Today is Thursday. Temperatures will be in the low 30s to low 40s from north to south, with increasing clouds across the state. See what the weather for the rest of the day will be here.
Here’s what we’re talking about in Maine today.
Here’s a wrap-up of our Maine storm coverage
Wednesday’s storm was the second of three to hit Maine this week.
— Storm brings high winds, heavy rain and flooding to Bangor
— Floodwaters submerge Portland streets during Wednesday’s storm
— Winds hitting Maine are strong enough to move 737 jet
— Pemaquid Point Lighthouse in Bristol badly damaged during storm
— Watch: Maine camp floats away in Owls Head Bay during Wednesday storm
— Watch: Storm-flooded Deer Isle causeway closed to traffic
— Photos: How Maine is weathering Wednesday’s storm
‘Unacceptable’ bomb threat response shines light on Maine State House security
Lawmakers said the evacuation process was unclear, causing concern over what would happen in the case of an actual attack.
Crash into Madawaska home was murder-suicide, police say
The two men killed in the crash often ate breakfast together at Chez Helen, according to the owner of the restaurant.
Madawaska crash victim remembered for outgoing personality and passion for welding
“He learned best working with his hands. He was a model student. He was the kid that we would’ve wanted to come back to talk to our students and say ‘Don’t give up.’”
Easton town manager will retire in April after 25 years in local government
Jim Gardner previously managed Washburn and Ashland and served as president of the Maine Municipal Association.
Orono considers new rules for handling discrimination settlements
The discussion comes after a a six-figure settlement last year surprised town councilors and members of the public.
Installation of suicide barrier on Maine bridge expected to start this summer
The plan follows the final stages of a similar project on the Golden Gate Bridge in California that took more than five years to complete.
Old Town’s undefeated start is spicing up the boys’ basketball Class B North race
In Maine boys basketball, Class B North is shaking up to be more competitive than anybody could have expected.
Why UMaine Athletics was gifted another $80M
The gift is the Harold Alfond Foundation’s second to the program in four years, coming after a $90 million donation to UMaine Athletics in 2020.
In other Maine news …
Shenna Bellows wants judge to quickly decide on Trump’s eligibility
Mainers sharply divided by Shenna Bellows’ decision to disqualify Trump
2 students from Hampden and Caribou chosen for US Senate program
Wrong-way driver arrested after police chase in central Maine
Driver killed in tractor-trailer collision in Poland
Failed merge caused crash that sent utility truck sailing off Portland bridge, police say
Hampden boys basketball beats Lawrence, continues hot streak
Bangor boys basketball’s 1st win of season comes against rival Brewer
