Times Record News

Published
February 9, 2023

Military leaders defend response to Chinese spy balloon when pressed by Collins

Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, questioned military leaders as vice chair of the Senate's Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
Published
February 8, 2023

Topsham, Winterport elementary schools face off in snowman tiebreaker for WinterKids Winter Games title

Following the four-week competition from Jan. 9 to Feb. 3, the schools are tied for first place and were tasked with building a snowman replica of their principals to determine the winner.
Published
February 8, 2023

Despite concerns as temperatures plummeted last weekend, officials say Norridgewock dogs are fine

Town officials have expressed concern for more than 40 dogs kept outside a Depot Street house, most of them living outside, but the officials say the animals appear to be in good health and had "legally adequate" shelter when temperatures plummeted to about minus 20 degrees.
Published
February 8, 2023

State utility regulators to vote on probe of Electricity Maine

The competitive electricity provider has come under fire for high rates and customer dissatisfaction.
Published
February 8, 2023

Dire situation in Turkey, Syria distresses Mainers struggling to help loved ones

Mainers from Turkey and Syria say it's been difficult to help family and friends who are affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that has left more than 15,000 people dead.

Published
February 8, 2023

Committee endorses bill to enhance information sharing about potential criminal activity by police officers

The bill would require a prospective employer to report any suspected or confirmed criminal activity uncovered during a police officer's background investigation or polygraph exam to the applicant's current employer.
Published
February 8, 2023

Stockton Springs woman sentenced for lying during 3-year-old’s murder probe

Sherry Johnson, 59, was given a suspended sentence Tuesday after pleading guilty. Her daughter, Jessica Trefethen, was convicted and sentenced to 47 years for the death of Maddox Williams.
Published
February 7, 2023

Brunswick recreation complex could bring families, money to town

The Brunswick Town Council OK'd spending $1.12 million to construct the first pieces of the Midcoast Athletic and Recreation Complex, a multi-million-dollar set of courts, fields and other recreation amenities that supporters hope will draw families and spending to town.
Published
February 7, 2023

Advocates lobby Maine lawmakers for paid family leave

Supporters are pressing for a law to establish a statewide benefit that would typically be used for the birth of a child, to care for a sick or elderly relative, or when a worker falls ill and needs time to recover.
Published
February 7, 2023

Bath’s Winterfest returns for its second year

Feb. 10-11, winter games, food and entertainment arrive in downtown Bath to boost morale during the post-holiday lull.