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Three Maine football storylines to follow against Boston College

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/three-maine-football-storylines-to-follow-against-boston-college/

Published: September 17, 2026 18:58

The Black Bears face their second FBS opponent of the season when they take on the Eagles in Boston.

Canaan man charged with manslaughter in boating death of Skowhegan man

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/canaan-man-charged-with-manslaughter-in-boating-death-of-skowhegan-man/

Published: September 17, 2026 18:31

Charles Frost was driving the boat in the Kennebec River July 4 from which his friend, Jakub Prokop, was ejected.

Patriots receivers have to pick up slack with A.J. Brown on IR

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/patriots-receivers-have-to-pick-up-slack-with-a-j-brown-on-ir/

Published: September 17, 2026 18:21

New England's biggest addition is out at least 4 weeks, leaving Romeo Doubs, Mack Hollins DeMario Douglas and Kyle Williams as targets for quarterback Drake Maye.

Susan Collins’ vote for abortion foe does not add up | Steve Collins

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/susan-collins-vote-for-abortion-foe-does-not-add-up-steve-collins/

Published: September 17, 2026 18:00

It’s important that Maine voters pay close attention to what their senator does on Capitol Hill, not just what she says on the campaign trail.

UMaine announces staff and faculty layoffs to address projected $19M shortfall

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/umaine-announces-staff-and-faculty-layoffs-to-address-projected-19m-shortfall/

Published: September 17, 2026 17:30

The cost-saving measures will also include eliminating vacant positions and combining course sections, as well as investing more in programs with growing demand and increasing enrollment.

Does Maine get at least 15% of its electricity from solar power? | Fact brief

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/does-maine-get-at-least-15-of-its-electricity-from-solar-power-fact-brief/

Published: September 17, 2026 16:00

Nearly half of Maine's solar generation in 2025 came from small-scale installations such as rooftop solar, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Hannah Pingree will make healthcare affordable and available | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/hannah-pingree-will-make-healthcare-affordable-and-available-letter/

Published: September 17, 2026 14:00

As a family physician serving people in Penobscot County for the past 40 years, I understand the challenges rural Mainers face. Losing their primary care provider, having difficulty accessing the care they need, having to travel for hours for prenatal or…

On conservatism, compassion and Susan Collins | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/on-conservatism-compassion-and-susan-collins-letter/

Published: September 17, 2026 13:00

Now age 76, I was a Republican in Maine for several decades and was proud of it. George H. W. Bush’s self-characterization as a “compassionate conservative” very much resonated with me. Soon after, however, Dan Quayle’s entry into the picture made me…

Cleaning up at the State House in Augusta | Photo

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/cleaning-up-at-the-state-house-in-augusta-photo/

Published: September 17, 2026 10:00

Staff photographer Joe Phelan captures a custodian dusting a row of portraits in Maine State House.

Aroostook wind project should spur new public power authority | Douglas Rooks

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/aroostook-wind-project-should-spur-new-public-power-authority-douglas-rooks/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:32

I see this as one of the major decisions awaiting Maine's next governor.

Top takeaways from our new statewide survey on life in Maine

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/top-takeaways-from-our-new-statewide-survey-on-life-in-maine/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

With the Siena Research Institute, we surveyed 824 Mainers to understand what life is like here, from housing to healthcare to how they feel about their communities.

Augusta’s First Amendment Museum reopens after 2 years

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/first-amendment-museum-reopens-after-2-years/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

The museum received a $250,000 grant to fund the new exhibits and renovations.

We surveyed 824 Mainers about life here. What comes next matters.

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/we-surveyed-824-mainers-about-life-here-what-comes-next-matters/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

The Maine Trust for Local News, including the Portland Press Herald, plans news coverage changes based on the poll results.

Maine deserves greater detail on tick-borne disease | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/maine-deserves-greater-detail-on-tick-borne-disease-letter/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

Dealing in shorthand like 'risk scores' is, well, risky.

As life in Maine gets more expensive, young people struggle to keep up

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/as-life-in-maine-gets-more-expensive-young-people-struggle-to-keep-up/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

A recent survey of 824 Mainers by the Siena Research Institute reveals the worst thing about living in the Pine Tree State: It's unaffordable.

This Constitution Day, let’s commit to reclaiming it | Opinion

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/this-constitution-day-lets-commit-to-reclaiming-it-opinion/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

Vote out the representatives who won’t restrain the executive branch, vote in representatives who will.

Let’s get donor money out of politics | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/lets-get-donor-money-out-of-politics-letter/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

Today, Sept. 17, is Constitution Day. I am reminded that “we the people” are the true source of power in this country. However, when I see news reports cataloging the vast amounts of money being spent by wealthy donors — like Richard Uihlein and Elon Musk…

Susan Collins is not a moderate Republican | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/susan-collins-is-not-a-moderate-republican-letter/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

Sen. Susan Collins presents herself as a moderate Republican. Analysis does not bear that out. According to one nonpartisan research group, in Trump’s current administration, Collins voted with President Trump’s legislation 95% of the time. According to…

Penobscot Nation secures 11,000 acres near Katahdin

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/penobscot-nation-secures-11000-acres-near-katahdin/

Published: September 17, 2026 08:00

The first phase of a major land return could result in a new entrance to the national monument.

Obituary: Bruce Wallace McClenahan

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/obituarybruce-wallace-mcclenahan-2/

Published: September 17, 2026 05:01

HALLOWELL - Bruce Wallace McClenahan, a beloved father, papa, brother, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sept. 2, 2026, at ...

Death Notice: Bruce Wallace McClenahan

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/obituarybruce-wallace-mcclenahan/

Published: September 17, 2026 05:01

McClenahan, Bruce Wallace 84, of Hallowell, Sept. 2. Private burial. Life celebration this fall. Funeral Alternatives Group Augusta ...

Death Notice: Paul Norman Fisher

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/obituarypaul-norman-fisher/

Published: September 17, 2026 05:01

Fisher, Paul Norman 87, of Waterville, Sept. 6. Mass 10 a.m., Sept. 23, Notre Dame Church, Waterville, inurnment w/military honors at ...

Obituary: Paul Norman Fisher

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/17/obituarypaul-norman-fisher-2/

Published: September 17, 2026 05:01

WATERVILLE - Paul Norman Fisher was called home to the Lord on Sept. 6, 2026, surrounded by those he loved. He ...

Rangers make it two straight over Red Sox

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/rangers-make-it-two-straight-over-red-sox/

Published: September 17, 2026 03:34

Boston wastes another chance to solidify a wild-card berth, while Texas moves into a tie for the AL West lead.

Monmouth boys soccer scores early and often, blanks Mt. Abram

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/monmouth-boys-soccer-scores-early-and-often-blanks-mt-abram/

Published: September 17, 2026 02:26

Zane Foyt's early goal sets the tone for the Mustangs.

High schools Wednesday: Oak Hill boys soccer ties Mountain Valley

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/high-schools-wednesday-oak-hill-boys-soccer-ties-mountain-valley/

Published: September 17, 2026 01:00

Kaileb Littlefield scores for the Raiders.

Liberty resident sues town over no-trespass order

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/liberty-resident-sues-town-over-no-trespass-order/

Published: September 16, 2026 23:41

The lawsuit on behalf of Corie Singer argues the order stemming from an incident involving her husband and town officials violates her constitutional rights.

Varsity Maine football polls recognize early statements by unexpected teams

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/varsity-maine-football-polls-recognize-early-statements-by-unexpected-teams/

Published: September 16, 2026 23:33

Thornton and Yarmouth remain the No. 1s, while a few teams have worked their way into the rankings with fast starts.

UMaine men’s hockey picked 7th in preseason Hockey East poll

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/umaine-mens-hockey-picked-7th-in-preseason-hockey-east-poll/

Published: September 16, 2026 23:06

The Black Bears will enter the new season without their top four scorers and one of their goaltenders from a year ago.

Lewiston/Lisbon volleyball is the Varsity Maine Girls Team of the Week

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/lewiston-lisbon-volleyball-is-the-varsity-maine-girls-team-of-the-week/

Published: September 16, 2026 22:34

The Blue Devils, coming off a couple of difficult seasons, are 4-0 and have yet to lose a set.

Deering boys soccer is the Varsity Maine Boys Team of the Week

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/deering-boys-soccer-is-the-varsity-maine-boys-team-of-the-week/

Published: September 16, 2026 22:09

The Rams reach 3-0 after beating one of the state’s top teams.

The 3 Maine high school football games to watch in Week 3

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/the-3-maine-high-school-football-games-to-watch-in-week-3/

Published: September 16, 2026 21:35

Rivalry matchups are on the docket, with Classes B and C and the eight-man Large School region offering intriguing showdowns.

Varsity Maine Week 3 high school football picks

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/varsity-maine-week-3-high-school-football-picks-2/

Published: September 16, 2026 21:31

This week's schedule includes two more intriguing matchups in Class B South: Kennebunk at Cheverus and Westbrook at Falmouth.

Who’s going streaking? A look at Maine high school football storylines ahead of Week 3

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/whos-going-streaking-a-look-at-maine-high-school-football-storylines-ahead-of-week-3/

Published: September 16, 2026 21:21

The three longest win streaks were halted last week, who's poised to be the next to go on a run?

Lewiston protesters decry ICE tactics following arrest on Lisbon Street

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/lewiston-protesters-decry-ice-tactics-following-arrest-on-lisbon-street/

Published: September 16, 2026 20:33

Protesters say the detainment Tuesday may have violated a new state law regarding housing and immigration enforcement.

New York woman gets 6 months in prison for Madison, Norridgewock marijuana busts

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/new-york-woman-gets-6-months-in-prison-for-madison-norridgewock-marijuana-busts/

Published: September 16, 2026 20:29

Jiamin Liao’s sentence also includes a year of supervised release and forfeitures totaling nearly $60,000.

Maine CDC reports measles case in unvaccinated Somerset County adult

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/maine-cdc-reports-measles-case-in-unvaccinated-somerset-county-adult/

Published: September 16, 2026 20:07

People who were at MaineGeneral Express Care in Waterville on the morning of Sept. 12 were potentially exposed to the virus.

Matt Dunlap applauds SCOTUS decision on Trump mail-in ballot changes. Paul LePage has no comment.

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/matt-dunlap-applauds-scotus-decision-on-trump-mail-in-ballot-changes-paul-lepage-has-no-comment/

Published: September 16, 2026 20:01

President Donald Trump sought to change mail-in ballot rules ahead of the Nov. 3 election that will determine whether Republicans keep control of Congress.

State office lacks authority to investigate Lewiston shooting funds, AG tells lawmakers

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/state-office-lacks-authority-to-investigate-lewiston-shooting-funds-ag-tells-lawmakers/

Published: September 16, 2026 19:37

Attorney General Aaron Frey said his office has not received any complaints through the Maine Charitable Solicitations Act regarding the misuse of funds raised following the October 2023 mass shooting.

Maine’s $1B lottery winner asks to drop privacy lawsuit against ex

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/maines-1b-lottery-winner-asks-to-drop-privacy-lawsuit-against-ex/

Published: September 16, 2026 18:10

The motion was filed less than 24 hours before the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the man would have to reveal his identity should the case proceed to trial.

Farmington schools enrollment near projection as student movement rises

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/farmington-schools-enrollment-near-projection-as-student-movement-rises/

Published: September 16, 2026 16:28

Preliminary enrollment in RSU 9 is close to the district’s budget projection of 2,163 students, while administrators are seeing more movement into and out of the district than in recent years.

Want to try a camel burger? Restaurant at Poland Spring Resort to stay open all year, with some unusual offerings

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/want-to-try-a-camel-burger-restaurant-at-poland-spring-resort-to-stay-open-all-year-with-some-unusual-offerings/

Published: September 16, 2026 16:12

Last year, Mel's Hilltop Restaurant offered winter dining for the first time in 5 decades. The experiment is now here to stay.

Israeli genocide is indisputable | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/israeli-genocide-is-indisputable-letter/

Published: September 16, 2026 16:00

This is s response to a letter to the editor that appeared on Aug. 27 titled “The big lie about ‘Israeli genocide.’” Multiple human rights organizations have condemned Israel’s actions as a genocide, including Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the…

There’s a new Big Brother | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/theres-a-new-big-brother-letter/

Published: September 16, 2026 15:00

There is a new Big Brother, his name is Donald Trump. To date, he has given us: The truth can be stranger than fiction, but the truth is harder to defend and keep alive. This Big Brother is definitely not watching out for all of us. He’s only interested in…

Portland pro sports teams bring in $110M to city, report says

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/report-portland-pro-sports-teams-bring-in-110m-to-city/

Published: September 16, 2026 14:04

A study commissioned by Portland reveals the four pro sports teams in the city provide big economic boost.

Iran war must be challenged now | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/iran-war-must-be-challenged-now-letter/

Published: September 16, 2026 14:00

President Trump remains unable to resolve a war he started, a war that was unnecessary, not authorized by Congress and not supported by a majority of Americans. Sen. Susan Collins repeatedly stood by the president’s actions in Iran, by voting “nay” on…

Maine must not take watery school rankings at face value | Opinion

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/maine-must-not-take-watery-school-rankings-at-face-value-opinion/

Published: September 16, 2026 13:44

The likes of U.S. News & World Report have no interest in getting it right. Candidates on both sides of the political aisle don't seem to mind.

Niece of Bobby Charles defends him in op-ed after her mother criticized him

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/niece-of-bobby-charles-defends-him-in-op-ed-after-her-mother-criticized-him/

Published: September 16, 2026 13:02

Malvika Ames wrote an op-ed supporting her uncle after her mother publicly bashed him.

Let me tell you about the Bobby Charles I know | Opinion

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/let-me-tell-you-about-the-bobby-charles-i-know-opinion/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:52

Families are complicated, and two people can have very different experiences and relationships within the same family.

Maine Senate candidates’ views on healthcare are telling | Opinion

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/maine-senate-candidates-views-on-healthcare-are-telling-opinion/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:33

When it comes to Medicare for All, Troy Jackson seems to recognize the human element. Susan Collins only sees the cost.

Redirect outrageous political ad spending | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/redirect-the-exorbitant-political-ad-spending-letter/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:11

Think of what these millions could do for the public.

6 things you need to know about this year’s Dempsey Challenge in Lewiston

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/6-things-you-need-to-know-about-this-years-dempsey-challenge-in-lewiston/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:00

Actor Patrick Dempsey will be in New Gloucester on Friday and in Lewiston for the Dempsey Challenge on Saturday.

Prime Healthcare says it’s saving a Maine health system. Many question its tactics.

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/prime-healthcare-says-its-saving-a-maine-health-system-many-question-its-tactics/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:00

Officials at Central Maine Healthcare in Lewiston say the changes are needed to make the health system financially solvent. Some providers say they are hurting care.

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet to open location in Waterville this fall

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/ollies-bargain-outlet-to-open-location-in-waterville-this-fall/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:00

The national discount chain will occupy a now vacant space in The Concourse.

Drain the what? | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/drain-the-what-letter/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:00

Here’s my problem with our president pledging to “drain the swamp,” meaning to get rid of bad actors throughout our government. A swamp supports living and thriving flora and fauna, even some beautiful greenery and rare plants and birds. People can make a…

Concerned about Troy Jackson’s record | Letter

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/concerned-about-troy-jacksons-record-letter/

Published: September 16, 2026 08:00

If the Maine Democratic Party should have learned anything from the Graham Platner controversy, it’s that it needs to be more thorough when vetting its candidates. Unfortunately, it looks like it has failed at this task again with Troy Jackson. Although…

Obituary: David C. Wheelock III

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/09/16/obituarydavid-c-wheelock-iii-2/