The $8.45 billion deal is the latest in the media industry that’s aimed at boosting streaming services to compete against Netflix and Disney+.
2021
Posted inMaine
No injuries reported in destructive fire at Vassalboro farmhouse
The Office of the State Fire Marshal determined the cause of the blaze to be improper disposal of smoking materials, according to the fire chief.
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Posted inLocal Sports, Sports
Gamble pays off for James Philpott and Maine Nordiques
Junior hockey: The Calgary defenseman was unsure if he wanted to travel across North America to play his final year of junior hockey in the middle of a pandemic, but he’s been a key cog for the Nordiques.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Man to serve 8 years in prison for Waterville drive-by shooting that injured 7-year-old girl
The father of Emahleeah Frost says his daughter, who was shot while in her bedroom, may suffer consequences of the shooting for the rest of her life.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Three people and a dog killed Wednesday in Lewiston crash
Authorities closed Lisbon Street between Gayton and South Lisbon roads after two vehicles collided Wednesday afternoon.
Posted inNation / World, News
Biden orders further investigation on origins of COVID-19
The president asks U.S. intelligence agencies to report back within 90 days, including on any possibility the trail might lead to a Chinese laboratory.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal
Former UMF student pleads not guilty to possessing sexually explicit materials of children
Zachary P. Davis, 20, was indicted by a grand jury in April.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Countries that rely on tourism are racing to reopen to travel as pandemic recedes
The patchwork of rules around the globe can be hard to follow for anyone planning a trip.
Posted inNation / World, News, Religion & Values
U.S. bishops to debate which Catholics are worthy of receiving Communion
Some conservative bishops believe that President Biden and other Catholic politicians who support abortion rights should not receive the sacrament.
Posted inNation / World
Authorities identify 8 victims of California rail yard shooting
Some of the victims worked at the facility in San Jose, where the suspected assailant took his own life after opening fire.