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Colby College Hires Sean Rutigliano as Men’s Basketball Coach

Basketball · Waterville

Colby College Hires Sean Rutigliano as Men’s Basketball Coach

100% Center coverage: 5 sources

Rutigliano, a former assistant at NCAA Division I schools Belmont and Lipscomb, is the Mules’ third head coach in 55 years.See the Story

ICE criticism is perfectly valid

Waterville, Maine · Waterville

ICE criticism is perfectly valid

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

To me, the parallels with dark moments in world history are clear.See the Story

Beijing Review: ChASC5 Bridging Hearts Across The Pacific

Beijing Review: ChASC5 Bridging Hearts Across The Pacific

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

BEIJING, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2005, Beijing Review, published by China International Communications Group (CICG) Center for the Americas, established its North America Bureau in New York City, committed to fostering in-depth China-U.S. exchanges and mutual understanding. Over 20 years, those thumbed-through pages have transformed into hands that join today. We believe that true exchange transcends media platforms, flowing through ge…See the Story

New Augusta Access Center provides hope to those with drug addiction

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

"This isn't just a building, it's a lifeline, a place where people who use drugs can walk through the doors and be met with dignity and compassion," said Chasity Tuell, executive director of the Maine Recovery Council.Augusta, Maine · Augusta See the Story

Oakland voters approve purchase of police body cameras, AI software

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

Voters signed off on the $126,000, five-year purchase contract with Axon at a special town meeting Wednesday.Police · Oakland See the Story

Maine Supreme Court Upholds Voter ID Question Wording on November Ballot

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

The Maine Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Secretary of State regarding the wording of the Voter ID citizens' referendum.Secretary of State · Augusta See the Story

A Tale of Two Budgets: How Maine and New Hampshire's Latest Spending Plans Compare - Maine Policy Institute

Maine and New Hampshire share a border, but when it comes to fiscal policy, taxation, and education, they live in two totally different worlds. While Maine raises taxes and grows government to chase underwhelming outcomes, New Hampshire delivers superior services—especially in education—while maintaining no state sales or individual income taxes. That contrast has never been sharper than during the 2025 budget cycle. Budget Size: Similar Totals…Education · Augusta Read Article

Clinton police report: Nothing to report

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The Clinton Police Department announced in a Facebook post that, for once, absolutely nothing happened overnight — and they’re just as surprised as anyone.Police · Clinton Read Article

Here are the finalists for Varsity Maine Female Athlete of the Year

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

Cony's Abby Morrill and Windham's Stella Jarvais were standouts in all seasons.Augusta, Maine · Augusta See the Story

$4.5 Million Worth of Upgrades Underway at the Blaine House in Augusta

Coverage: 2 sources

This project creates a wall around the Blaine House and updates the security system.Janet Mills · Augusta See the Story

Olympic swimmer Cody Miller will host an elite clinic in Waterville

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Olympic medalist Cody Miller hosts a two-day swim clinic at AYCC to inspire young athletes with his expertise in breaststroke and mental training.Olympics · Waterville Read Article