Police say a Biddeford man was operating under the influence when his truck crossed the centerline and hit an oncoming car.
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Westbrook Notes: Deputy fire chief recognized
Lions Club bottle drive Westbrook Lions Club will conduct a bottle drive fundraiser 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the American Legion Hall on Dunn Street. Donors are being asked to “bring your bottles and cans,” according to a Lions Club flyer. Church fair season on deck The annual Christmas Craft […]
Meet the candidates running for Bath City Council
Two candidates are vying for an at-large seat on the Bath City Council, while three are running uncontested for RSU 1 board seats.
We Love to Eat: Community meals offered in Buxton, Gorham and Westbrook
Buxton bean supper – Saturday, Oct. 18, 4:30 to 6 p.m., North Congregational Church of Buxton at Groveville, 22 Church Hill Road, Buxton. Two types of homemade baked beans, homemade American chop suey, red hot dogs, roll, freshly made coleslaw, pickles, homemade dessert, andcoffee, fruit punch or water. $10; $5, children age 5-12; free under […]
Hamas releases all living hostages and Israel frees prisoners under Gaza deal
Hamas released all 20 remaining living hostages on Monday as part of a ceasefire deal.
Speedwell’s new photo book reveals a magical, mysterious New England
The nonprofit has organized a panel discussion and two exhibitions in conjunction with the release of ‘The Haunted.’
Maine lawmakers target Trump policies, AI and more ahead of next session
The 250-plus emergency bills submitted range from making the potato the state vegetable to addressing federal health care cuts.
They heard The Thirsty Pig was haunted. So they spent the night there. | Column
Two local musicians wanted to promote their Halloween event at the Portland bar — and witness the phenomena themselves.
Maye throws 3 TD passes and the Patriots hold on to beat the Saints 25-19
Drake Maye had three touchdown passes of 25 or more yards, including two to Kayshon Boutte, and the New England Patriots outlasted the New Orleans Saints 25-19
Pumpkin boat regatta highlights annual festival in Damariscotta
The town’s Pumpkinfest draws crowds for the giant carved-out pumpkins racing down the river and other gourd-related events over the holiday weekend.