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Maine Red Claws Release Playoff Schedule
The Maine Red Claws for the first time, will be playing in the NBA Development League playoffs. The D-League affiliate of the Boston Celtics earned their first birth in the post-season by capturing the number one seed and will face number four seed and defending league champion, the Fort Wayne Mad Ants.
Kennebec County Sheriff Looks to Local Police to Cut Back on Arresting Non-Violent Offenders
Kennebec County Sheriff Randy Liberty is asking local police departments to ease up on arresting non-violent offenders. The reason? Kennebec County Jail is overcrowded.
Vehice Inspections May Be a Thing of the Past in Maine
What, the possibility of eliminating the dreaded vehicle inspection in Maine?
Vaseline Jar Tossed at Governor Paul LePage [VIDEO]
An outburst by a former Democratic lawmaker last night (April 2) caused Gov. Paul LePage to abruptly end a town hall meeting on his budget. LePage visited Thornton Academy to discuss his plan to overhaul the state's tax code.
The event came to an abrupt end after former Biddeford mayor and state lawmaker Joanne Twomey began shouting at the governor during the question-and-answer session.
Central Maine Sports: B’s Rally Past Red Wings
Boston Bruins: scored three goals in the third and rallied past Detroit, 3-2.
--The Bruins and Red Wings each have 93 points and are tied for third place in the Atlantic Division.
--Hosts Toronto, Sat.
Central Maine Sports: C’s Outpace Indiana
Boston Celtics: beat Indiana, 100-87
--C's second straight win against playoff competitors.
--Fri. hosts Milwaukee
Maine Red Claws: lost @ Canton, 90-88
Central Maine Sports: B’s Playoff Push Continues with Win over Florida
Boston Bruins: beat Florida, 3-2.
--Milan Lucic powered in the game-winner with just 1:09 left in regulation.
--@ Detroit, Thurs.
Give the Gift of Life: Blood Drives This Week in Central Maine (March 31 – April 05, 2015)
Are you giving blood this week? It takes just a little amount of time and your donation is crucial to the American Red Cross.
Central Maine Sports: C’s Sting Hornets
Boston Celtics: won @ Charlotte, 116-104
--Wed. hosts Indiana.
Maine Red Claws: @ Canton, Wed.
College Basketball: The women's Final Four is all set with three of last year's teams back in the national semifinals. UConn, Notre Dame and Maryland all return to the Final Four while South Carolina is making its first appearance.
Sketch Released of Man Accused of Attempted Child Abduction in Brunswick
Brunswick Police have released a sketch in connection to the man who they say exposed himself to young girls Wednesday, March 25.
The man is described as white, in his 20s or 30s and with curly blonde hair and a goatee.
Witnesses say he attempted to lure an 11-year-old girl into his white car...
Central Maine Sports: U.S. Alpine Championships; C’s Fall; Claws Win
19-year-old Drew Duffy from Vermont won the men’s super-G at the U.S. Alpine Championships at Sugarloaf, stealing the show against a field that included an Olympic medalist and World Cup winners.
Attempted Child Abduction Reported in Brunswick Today
Brunswick police are looking into a report that a man may have attempted to lure an 11-year-old girl into his vehicle.
You’re Kidding, Right? NY Jets File Tampering Charges Against New England Patriots [VIDEO]
For anyone who thought the rivalry between the New England Patriots and New York Jets was fading away, think again. On Tuesday (March 24) the Jets filed tampering charges against the Patriots with the NFL.
Central Maine Sports: U.S. Alpine Championships Begin at Sugarloaf
The U.S. Alpine Championships begin Wednesday and continue through the weekend at Sugarloaf.
The Professional Bowlers Association is coming to Portland starting Thursday at Bayside Bowl. It's a pro-am tour all-star event, followed by a singles tournament, parts of which will be televised on ESPN.
Give the Gift of Life: Blood Drives This Week in Central Maine (March 24-28, 2015)
Are you giving blood this week? It takes just a little amount of time and your donation is crucial to the American Red Cross.
Central Maine Sports: C’s Beat Nets; U.S. Alpine Championships Coming to Sugarloaf
Lindsey Vonnn and other top U.S. skiers are headed to Maine to finish the competitive season at the U.S. Alpine Championships Wednesday through the weekend at Sugarloaf.
Boston Celtics: snapped a four-game losing streak and won @ NJ, 110-91.