[Thursday morning newsletter]

‘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 incident often ate breakfast together at Chez Helen, according to the owner of the restaurant.

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.

Madawaska crash victim remembered for outgoing personality, passion for welding

In his second year, Levesque asked if he could restore an old Jeep, a 1966 CJ6, for a class project. He was given the green light because of his dedication.

Here’s a wrap-up of our Maine storm coverage

This week’s storm was the second in less than a month that devastated not with snow or ice, but with high winds and flooding.

— Photos: How Maine is weathering Wednesday’s storm

— Watch: Maine camp floats away in Owls Head Bay during Wednesday storm

— Watch: Storm-flooded Deer Isle causeway closed to traffic

— Storm brings high winds, heavy rain and flooding to Bangor

— Pemaquid Point Lighthouse in Bristol badly damaged during storm

— Floodwaters submerge Portland streets during Wednesday’s storm

— Winds hitting Maine are strong enough to move 737 jet

This is why UMaine Athletics was gifted another $80M

The gift is the foundation’s second to the program in four years, coming after a $90 million donation to UMaine athletics in 2020.

Orono considers new rules for handling discrimination settlements

The discussion comes after a a six-figure settlement last year surprised some town councilors and members of the public.

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.

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.

In other Maine news …

Hampden boys basketball beats Lawrence, continues hot streak

Driver killed in tractor-trailer collision in Poland

Man killed in Canton crash

Failed merge caused crash that sent utility truck sailing off Portland bridge, police say

Wrong-way driver arrested after police chase in central Maine

Mainers sharply divided by Shenna Bellows’ decision to disqualify Trump

You’re probably clearing ice and snow off your windshield wrong

Try these alternatives to wood for creating a chicken coop