More than a million vehicles traveled on the Maine Turnpike from Friday to Monday. Could it be a good omen for the rest of the summer season?
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
Meet the Mechanic Falls native who led the last bayonet charge in U.S. Army history
Lewis Millett was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions on Feb. 7, 1951, in the Korean War.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Rain expected to dampen Memorial Day traffic in Maine
Despite predicted stormy weather and lower traffic volumes, Friday will still be the busiest travel day on the Maine Turnpike over the holiday weekend.
Posted inLocal & State
Biddeford-Saco Memorial Day celebration moves to Waterhouse Field
Due to ongoing construction in downtown Biddeford, the annual Memorial Day parade has been canceled, replaced by a small ceremonial parade and other celebration at Waterhouse Field.
Posted inFood
For better burgers, up your bun game with these Maine-made rolls
Local bakers put out some of the best burger buns you can buy. Here’s the lowdown on seven of them.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Remember last year’s Memorial Day travel jams? Chances are they will be much worse this year
Highways and airports are likely to be jammed in the coming days as Americans head out on, and then home from, Memorial Day weekend getaways.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Fulfilling our responsibility to those who died for our rights
Where would we be if a lack of volunteers left empty every local board and commission, from land use to Little League?
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: The stories told by yesterday’s heroes resonate today
Courage in the face of hopelessness made our lives possible – let’s not forget it.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
Officials hushed up sinking of WWII ship with Maine servicemen aboard
Ronaldo Anctil and more than 1,000 other Americans died when the HMT Rohna was struck by Germany’s new radio-guided missile, and the attack was classified to protect morale.
Posted inDo This, Local & State
Observe Memorial Day with these events in southern Maine
Several towns have parades and ceremonies happening Monday.