Feature Obituary: Paul D. LaFond, 89, served in Marines in three wars

His first tour of duty began in World War II, when he left Bowdoin College before graduating to enlist in the Marines. His military career ended nearly 30 years later, but not before he had served in three major wars, won honors for gallantry in action, and received accolades from his fellow Marines for leadership […]

Storm spurs emergency declaration

The storm produced blizzard-like conditions along the Eastern Seaboard, and wreaked havoc with travel.

Maine governor declares state of emergency, closes government offices

The storm is expected to drop 12 to 18 inches of snow on the state

Portland police again try to shut Old Port bar

The Cactus Club’s liquor license is at risk after police were called to the area 32 times in a year.

Topsham commissary and Navy Exchange to stay open

The stores, serving active and retired military personnel, will remain open through September.

‘Homelessness is a daily battle’

On the longest night, remembering those who died

New rules give piers flexibility to prosper

Waterfront zoning approved by the City Council clears the way for more non-marine uses.

Surprise storm createsa commuting ‘horror show’

Southern Maine’s first snowstorm of the season arrived Monday just as the evening commute began, catching drivers off guard and sending hundreds of vehicles sliding off slippery roads.

Major highways and surface streets became so slick that commuters spent the start of their evening stuck in traffic. In Portland, drivers and police reported chaos on the streets.

“For such a small amount of snow, I have never seen such chaos in my 21 years as a police officer,” said Lt. Gary Hutcheson, who was the shift commander Monday night for Portland police.

Roads improve after quick-hitting snowstorm

Officials say the storm, which lasted about an hour, couldn’t have happened at a more inopportune time.

Feature Obituary: Francis ‘Mike’ Towns, 61, veteran, steward of river

WATERBORO – He served his country with honor during the Vietnam War, devoted a significant portion of his life to protecting the Saco River and was always willing to extend a helping hand to those in need. Francis Ray Towns Jr., whom everyone knew as “Mike,” died Friday at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in […]