DIXFIELD — Former Oxford County Sheriff’s Office Deputy James McLamb of Auburn has been named town manager and starts the job Monday. James L. McLamb Submitted photo “I’m just looking at a change of career,” the 28-year-old said Thursday. “I’ve been in law enforcement for seven years. After I got my master’s degree in 2018, […]
Danielle returned to season 5 of Summer House after being demoted last season. Now, filming is done and she has been spending time with her BF Robert. Danielle Olivera returned to season five of Summer House after being demoted to a “friend of” role the season prior. She came back as a full-time cast member this […]
FP StudioMay 14, 2021 02:41:58 IST A survival kit for adventure loversIf you are a trekker, hiker, love camping or any other outdoor travel lover, this product is going to be a survival tool for you. It is a solar-powered torch that has seven working flashlight modes that also include a side red light which […]
For centuries, the people of Ladakh—who breathe the dry, thin air in the rain-shadow of the Himalayas—have hunkered down with their backs to the long, brutal winters. With the coming of summer each year, the frozen rivers flowed again, animals were taken to high pastures, fields were tended to, visitors arrived from near and far, […]
NEW YORK — The New York Rangers’ managerial shakeup is complete. New general manager Chris Drury fired Coach David Quinn and three assistant coaches Wednesday after they missed the playoffs with one of the NHL’s up-and-coming teams. The move is the first major one from Drury, who took over last week after the team fired […]
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tech2 News StaffMay 12, 2021 21:02:24 IST The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace facelift has been revealed, a few months after the debut of the standard Tiguan facelift, which will be launched in India in the coming months. This is not to be mistaken for the pre-facelift Tiguan Allspace on sale in our market, a second […]
As a small business, you will want to do all that you can to level the playing field and compete with the more established businesses in your field. This will always be a challenge, but one of the most effective ways that you can do this is with technology; modern-day tech can help small businesses […]
SUGGESTED PULLQUOTE: “This is a huge announcement.” — Lewiston School Superintendent Jake Langlais AUBURN — The Auburn Mall COVID-19 clinic will begin vaccinating 12-to-15-year olds Wednesday. The shots are free. The announcement by Central Maine Healthcare on Tuesday afternoon comes one day after the Food and Drug Administration authorized the Pfizer vaccine for those 12 […]
In the DC Universe, Odin doesn’t think too highly of his son Thor, as he just told him he’s been doing a terrible job at being a hero. Warning! Spoilers for Wonder Woman #772 by DC Comics Below. The DC Comics version of Thor might enjoy the endless battles of Valhalla and the taste of […]
The Maldives has announced an indefinite but temporary suspension of tourist visas for visitors from South Asian countries. The new restrictions kick in starting Thursday, 13 May. Just three days ago, on 8 May, the country suspended entry of Work Permit Holders from South Asian Countries. As per that notification, the list of South Asian countries […]
Abhishek SamuelMay 11, 2021 20:00:42 IST Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin messaged Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal on 7 May: “Hey, I donated some more”. The some more here is three million dollars (approx. Rs 22.02 crore) in Elon Musk’s favourite meme currency, Dogecoin, towards Nailwal’s COVID-19 relief initiative for India, Crypto Relief. Buterin initially donated $600,000 […]
A 74-unit condo complex could be coming to 3 Middle St. in Lewiston if a zone change is ultimately approved. LEWISTON — A Portland developer has approached the city about building a 74-unit condominium complex near Central Maine Medical Center, but a zone change is needed for it to move forward. The Planning Board will […]
Underneath the Sion-Dadar flyover, between Matunga’s King’s Circle and Dadar TT in the busy heart of central Mumbai, is one of the city’s newer, more unlikely, public “parks”. Or, at least, a walking path lined with patches of grass, benches and lonely exercise machines until it ends abruptly at a painted waterfall. In sharp contrast, […]
Agence France-PresseMay 10, 2021 18:49:39 IST Electric cars will be cheaper to build than fossil fuel vehicles across Europe within six years and could represent 100 percent of new sales by 2035, according to a study published Monday. Carmakers are shifting en masse to electric and hybrid models in order to bring average fleet emissions […]
During The Vampire Diaries season 1, fans were shocked by the death of Vicki Donovan. Here’s why the hit show killed off the series regular. Here’s why The Vampire Diaries killed off Vicki Donovan (Kayla Ewell) in season 1. The supernatural series was one of The CW’s most consistently popular programs. Thanks to Netflix, the […]
LEWISTON — Geiger, the nation’s largest privately held promotional products distributor, recently presented its 1st Quarter Geiger Star Awards, which are given to associates who have been nominated by fellow associates. The individuals who received the Geiger Star Award include: Corey Dill, Dustin Freeman, Lee Jones, Lee Smith and Robin Miller. The team recipients include: […]
FP StaffMay 09, 2021 16:13:10 IST Several verified Twitter accounts worldwide were hacked on Saturday and Sunday, after Elon Musk shared a link to “watch Saturday Night Live outside the United States.” Firstpost‘s Twitter account was among the ones that were hacked. Musk had hosted the show on Saturday. Firstpost on Sunday contacted Twitter to alert […]
LEWISTON — With a playoff spot locked up, the Maine Nordiques used Saturday to tinker with the lineup and add Maine Nordiques Academy players and other call-ups in the regular-season finale against the Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks. The present and the future of the Nordiques played a part in a 3-2 overtime win at The […]
Despite the objections of the saga’s original author Stephenie Meyers, the director of 2008’s Twilight, Catherine Hardwicke, wanted a more diverse cast for the adaptation—and the embattled helmer was right to fight for the changes, even if her attempts proved largely fruitless. Released in 2008, the sleeper hit Twilight was a critically-panned, financially lucrative movie adaptation of Stephenie […]
When you hit upon an idea that could fetch you millions of dollars, what do you do? If you are Volvo, you give it away for free and save millions of lives. As a country, India ranks number one in road accident deaths, accounting for 11% of all traffic fatalities around the world. This number […]
Photo courtesy: Renu Dalal For most of us, Tarla Dalal is the beaming face on the cover of cookbooks and television shows. The homemaker with a signature bob and mischievous smile was a godsend to Indian mothers in the 90s. When stuck for tiffin or party meal ideas, one would simply browse through her cookbooks […]
LEWISTON – Several hundred Bates College students joined a protest Friday calling for the college to transform a campus security system they insisted is both racist and unjust. Senior Owen Schmidt said that officers with the Campus Security Department are “just a bunch of dudes pretending to be cops” who operate within a police structure […]
The X-Men’s greatest thief – and a Weapon Plus program graduate – Fantomex is going to be facing off against himself in a new novel from Marvel. The X-Men’s greatest thief is battling his clone in a new Marvel novel. Fantomex has made recent appearances in comics, alongside characters like Wolverine. His adventures are always dangerous, […]
Abigail BanerjiMay 07, 2021 21:19:04 IST Russia made news last year when it launched and registered the first COVID-19 vaccine named Sputnik V. However, many looked at it with suspicion, as the vaccine hadn’t completed all the phases of clinical trials and the volunteer groups it was tested on were too small. Fast forward to less […]
Deborah Dias; the Our Lady of Immaculate Perception Church, Panjim. Photo: Prisma by Dukas Presseagentur GmbH / Alamy Stock Photo #FacesBehindPlaces is a special series that spotlights the guides and storytellers who bring our favourite destinations and experiences to life Deborah Dias comes from a Goa very different from the one most of us know […]
FP TrendingMay 07, 2021 17:12:49 IST Samsung is rolling out a new Bixby 3.0 update for its virtual assistant, which will come with support of Indian English. This means, Bixby will now be able to understand most Indian names, places, terms, and instructions, including “setting a timer for daily yoga practice, calling Papa, checking out recipes”, among others. […]
Young Rock season 1 ends with the implication that Dwayne Johnson wins his presidential bid, but it would be a lot better for the show if he lost. Young Rock season 1 ends on the assumption that Dwayne Johnson has won his presidential election, but it would be better for the show if he lost. […]
Norine Clarke Submitted photo DIXFIELD — Norine Clarke, chairperson of the Select Board, died Tuesday at age 81, according to Town Manager Dustin Starbuck. “The town is going to feel her loss,” Starbuck said. “Norine has volunteered her time and efforts to the town for the last 40 to 50 years.” “She has been on […]
tech2 News StaffMay 06, 2021 19:05:40 IST In what is a major announcement, Mahindra has today revealed it is in the process of setting up a new design base in the UK. Named the Mahindra Advanced Design Europe (MADE) centre, this new facility will be situated in the West Midlands, UK, and will be a […]
After the success of Mumbai’s first drive-in vaccination centre in Dadar, the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai has given a go ahead for a drive-in centre in each zone in the city. All zonal deputy municipal commissioners have been directed to set up the facilities within the next 24 hours, as per a notice released […]
Netflix debuts the official trailer for their new thriller, Awake, starring Gina Rodriguez and directed by Mark Raso. Watch the clip now! Netflix dropped the official trailer for their upcoming movie, Awake, starring Gina Rodriguez. The sci-fi thriller, which was first announced in 2019, follows the chaos that ensues after a worldwide phenomenon cuts off all electronics and simultaneously […]
Christine M. Landes Contributed photo The New Gloucester Board of Selectmen announced Wednesday morning that the town has hired Christine M. Landes as the new manager. Landes will begin May 10 and signed a three-year contract with a starting salary of $92,500. In a statement, Landes said she is looking forward to serving the town. […]
Premier Bookshop, at the corner of Church Street and Museum Road in Bengaluru used to be a temple of books. Books lined the walls up to the ceiling and a huge pile, at least 10 rows deep, sat in the centre. The secret to the order within the chaos was held by the owner–TS Shanbhag. […]
FP TrendingMay 05, 2021 20:33:18 IST There are several phenomena in the night sky that people can watch in the month of May. As per Weather.com, a clear view of the night sky will be available in the month of May before the arrival of the monsoon. May is considered the last month suitable for […]
Washington’s Tom Wilson was fined but not suspended for his actions during a post-whistle scrum in New York, an outcome the Capitals are ready to move on from and the Rangers feel isn’t sufficient punishment for one of hockey’s most polarizing players. The NHL fined Wilson $5,000 Tuesday for roughing Rangers forward Pavel Buchnevich during […]
In Mortal Kombat 2021, Raiden’s thunder god powers allow him to unleash lightning for both attack and defense, but his hands are tied by sacred rules. In Mortal Kombat 2021, god of thunder and protector of Earthrealm Lord Raiden gathers together super-powered champions to compete in the next Mortal Kombat tournament – and Raiden has […]
An Asiatic Lion at a zoo in India. Photo: SAM PANTHAKY/AFP via Getty Images The latest updates from Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park suggest that SARS-CoV2—the virus that causes COVID—seems to be affecting animals too. While such instances were witnessed in other parts of the globe, lions testing positive in Hyderabad’s zoo—spread over 300 acres and […]
FP TrendingMay 04, 2021 17:09:31 IST Koo has launched a new Talk to Type feature which allows people to speak without having to type. Koo is the first social media platform in the world to using this feature in the Indian regional and local languages, apart from English. “This “Talk to Type” feature is magical and […]
FARMINGTON —Pixelle Specialty Solutions, owner of the Androscoggin Mill in Jay, has filed a lawsuit against contractors responsible for inspecting and providing maintenance on the pulp digesters in the years preceding the equipment’s rupture on April 15, 2020. The silo-shaped pulp digester is destroyed in April 2020 in an explosion at Pixelle Specialty Paper’s Androscoggin […]
As the Suicide Squad prepare to hunt down their newest recruit, Task Force X member Nocturna confirms they all hate team leader Peacemaker. Warning: includes a preview of Suicide Squad #3! While the Suicide Squad tends to be made up of some pretty despicable characters, the villains who serve together on Task Force X usually manage to find […]
tech2 News StaffMay 03, 2021 20:45:26 IST The 2022 Kia Carnival has secured a full five stars in the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP) crash tests. Unveiled last year, the new Kia Carnival went on sale in several markets abroad at the start of this year, including Australia and New Zealand, and it was […]
In the early 1900s, the smallpox epidemic had scarred the United States so badly that to move anywhere, one had to first prove they were ‘safe’. The proof wasn’t just required at ports and railway stations, but even to get on with regular life—to go to work, ride the train, attend college, watch a movie […]
Sam Burns watches his tee shot on the second hole Sunday during the final round of the Valspar Championship in Palm Harbor, Fla. Phelan M. Ebenhack/Associated Press PALM HARBOR, Fla. — Eight times this season, Sam Burns has been atop a PGA Tour leaderboard at the end of a round, except the one that mattered. […]
343 Industries has confirmed brand-new gameplay for Halo Infinite is coming this summer, making it the first look at the game in nearly a year. The long-awaited Halo Infinite may be getting a bit of a re-reveal this summer as 343 Industries teased new gameplay this summer. This will be the first gameplay for Halo Infinite since last […]
The hope is that such homes, which are quicker to build than traditional houses and use less concrete, could become a factor in solving housing shortages in a nation that is one-third of the size of Florida with a population of 17.4 million people and rising. The fluid, curving lines of its gray walls look […]
PARIS — For the second consecutive weekend Oxford Hills completed a walk-off win against a stout opponent. Saturday saw Oxford Hills suddenly end a 3-2 win against Lewiston in the bottom of the seventh in the first game of a doubleheader. The Vikings then rolled to a five-inning, 12-0 victory in the second game at […]
Magic is one of Superman’s weaknesses, but very few of his opponents take advantage of this–except for Prometheus, who enchants drones with it! Warning: contains spoilers for Superman: Red & Blue #2 Comic fans know that Kryptonite is Superman’s primary weakness, but he also has another, and it is far more common in the DC Universe: […]