Maine’s mountains are gearing up for another winter.
2019
Posted inSports
MLB notebook: Jeter among 18 first-timers on HOF ballot
Former Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, a 14-time All-Star, is joined by former Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett on the writer’s ballot.
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Posted inNews, River Valley
Church holding 17th annual Thanksgiving Giveaway
RUMFORD — People can sign up for the 17th annual Thanksgiving basket giveaway by Praise Assembly of God Church until noon Thursday, Pastor Justin Thacker said. The food baskets will be given away Saturday on a first come, first served basis. “Again this year, we are serving 75 families and taking up to 100 names […]
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Fontaine Family hires Dave Foster
AUBURN — Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader has hired Dave Foster to work at its Auburn location. Foster will specialize in process and negotiation with a singular focus on customer satisfaction. His broad experience in restaurant, retail and outside sales will bring a unique perspective to his clients. Foster will represent home buyers […]
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Carrabec High School students protest teacher’s suspension
Students on Friday rallied in support of a teacher who has been put on administrative leave during an investigation being conducted by Superintendent Mike Tracy.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, Uncategorized
UMaine enrollment holds steady despite drop in out-of-state students
A competitive response to Maine’s ‘flagship match’ program and a housing crunch at the University of Southern Maine have contributed to fewer out-of-state enrollees, officials said.
Posted inSun Spots
Phone scammers continue scheme about relatives needing help
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Nov. 14 Sun Spots about robocalls and scams, I’d like to remind people that certain scam calls are circulating again. The caller will say, “This is your grandson. I had a car accident in New York and they are charging me with reckless driving.” It did really sound like my […]
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Police: Driver in Litchfield double fatality had blood alcohol level twice the legal limit
Shawn Metayer, 60, of Litchfield, facing two felony counts of manslaughter and one count of criminal aggravated operating under the influence.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Lack of offense leaves Tom Brady, Patriots fans concerned
Even with a 9-1 record, New England is concerned about their inability to score.
Posted inNews, Oxford Hills
Police ID woman found buried in Norway backyard
According to a will signed in 2016, Mae Shelton, the woman found buried in a Norway yard, left all of possessions to Vernell Jackson, who admitted to burying her body and not alerting authorities in September.