WASHINGTON — A state representative from Biddeford was recently chosen to join a national network of state and local elected officials promoting a pro-growth, progressive agenda on the local level. Democratic Representative Ryan Fecteau, who represents part of Biddeford, is serving his third term in the Maine Legislature and is the assistant House majority leader. […]

BIDDEFORD  — The American Chamber of Comedy’s newest improv comedy hit, “Spring Fling,” continues its run this weekend, Saturday, April 20, with a family-friendly show at 7 p.m., followed by a sometimes salty, late night 9:15 p.m. performance. Scenes are made up right on the spot with help from the audience. “And because the cast […]

AUGUSTA — Legislation closing a loophole which allows former legislators to become lobbyists at the conclusion of their government service awaits the governor’s signature for final approval. LD 76, “An Act to Strengthen the Integrity of the Legislature by Extending the Waiting Period before Legislators May Engage in Any Amount of Compensated Lobbying,” sponsored by […]

A nagging shortage of emergency dispatchers who answer calls to police and fire departments around the state has prompted legislation that could improve the pension benefits earned by the workers. Legislators on Monday will hear testimony on a bill that would open up special state retirement plans that previously were available only to police, fire […]

NEW YORK (AP) — Adele and her husband Simon Konecki have separated. The pop singer’s representatives Benny Tarantini and Carl Fysh confirmed the news Friday in a statement to The Associated Press. “Adele and her partner have separated,” the emailed statement said. “They are committed to raising their son together lovingly. As always they ask […]

U.S. Navy Interior Communications Electrician 3rd Class Spencer Hugo-Vidal of Buxton, right, and Electronics Technician 2nd Class Jamell Wynn of Riceborough, Georgia, conduct maintenance on an antenna on a rigid hull inflatable boat aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66). The Gonzalez is now conducting composite training unit exercise with Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12. […]

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Vice President Joe Biden is expected to join the crowded 2020 Democratic presidential field next week. The decision answers one of the most significant outstanding questions of the early presidential primary season, which has already seen announcements from 18 other Democrats. Biden, 76, would be the most experienced politician in the […]

WASHINGTON (AP) — Public at last, special counsel Robert Mueller’s report revealed to a waiting nation Thursday that President Donald Trump tried to seize control of the Russia probe and force Mueller’s removal to stop him from investigating potential obstruction of justice by the president. Trump was largely thwarted by those around him who refused to go […]

BIDDEFORD — On Tuesday, Biddeford became the latest city in York County to attempt to curb recycling contamination by banning plastic bags. Biddeford City Council passed the new ordinance, 5-3, with Councilors Marc Lessard, Robert Quattrone and Michael Swanton in opposition. The city joins neighboring communities Saco and Kennebunk that already have a similar rule […]