Auburn’s summer “rec” camp may be the only one in the region to open, and its adult softball league is now in full swing.
June 2020
PHOTOS: Auburn sixth graders off to middle school
The sixth-grade class at Walton Elementary School in Auburn were given awards and well-wishes by their teachers and the principal as they head off to Auburn Middle School in the fall.
Drew Brees criticized after anthem comments
The NFL’s all-time passing yardage leader draws a backlash from a teammate and other pro athletes for indicating that kneeling during the national anthem is a sign of disrespect.
Greater Portland chiefs vow to listen, but offer no policy changes
Current and former police chiefs from 9 communities in Greater Portland gathered Wednesday to condemn the killing of George Floyd, and said they ‘can and must do better,’ vowing to listen to demonstrators’ concerns about race and policing.
Joe Burnham steps down as Winthrop girls basketball coach
After leading the Ramblers from JV status to the state title game, Burnham is stepping away to spend time with his young family.
Leslie Guenther calls it a career as Caddy Brooks becomes Hebron Academy’s next athletic director
Guenther has spent her entire career at Hebron as an athletic director, for both the high school and middle school. Brooks, who was hired to be the boys lacrosse coach this season, was a standout player at Colby College.
Virtual prom, drive-in graduations — local AV company pivots with the times
“Dan and I just got to work, utilizing the equipment that we have, what could we offer our clients?” said Greg Young, co-owner of Northeast Event Design out of Lisbon and Auburn.
Trespass order issued against woman recorded throwing cup at McDonald’s employee
According to Paris Police Chief Michael Dailey, the woman at the center of the incident swore at an employee and threw a full cup.
Wedding venues consider ‘intimate’ options
In the wake of crowd restrictions, many wedding venues are offering “intimate” deals.
Legion baseball teams get a chance to play in new league this summer
The Maine Summer Sandlot League, for American Legion players who had their season canceled because of the pandemic, will start June 18 at The Ballpark in Old Orchard Beach.