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10/02/2026 · Piscataquis County

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UConn, South Carolina Set for November Basketball Showcase

UConn and South Carolina will meet again on November 26 at the Mohegan Sun Arena as part of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Women's Showcase. This game follows their previous Final Four matchup. UCLA will also play St. John's at the event.

10/01/2026
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Madonna, Shakira, BTS Confirmed for World Cup Final Half-Time Show

Madonna, Shakira, and K-pop group BTS will headline the first World Cup final half-time show on July 19. The event takes place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Chris Martin of Coldplay curates the performance.

10/01/2026

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Lakers Advance to Second Round, Underscoring Interdependence

The Lakers secured a second-round playoff berth, with LeBron James at the forefront of their performance. This progression in the postseason illustrated the mutual reliance between the player and the team.

09/30/2026

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Knicks' Anunoby Eyes Eastern Conference Finals Return

Knicks forward OG Anunoby is showing signs of recovery from his hamstring injury. Sources report optimism for his return by the Eastern Conference Finals. This development impacts the Knicks' playoff roster ahead of crucial matchups.

09/30/2026

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Canes Maintain Unbeaten Postseason Record

Carolina continued its undefeated postseason run, with forward Taylor Hall, a former number one overall pick and Hart Trophy winner, playing a critical role. The team remains a dominant force in the playoffs.

09/30/2026

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Cities Consider Air Conditioning Access Amid Rising Temperatures

Cities across the United States are exploring policies that could classify air conditioning as a fundamental right for residents. These considerations follow a summer marked by significant heat, prompting a reevaluation of climate adaptation strategies. The ongoing debate forms part of a broader series examining 'Tipping Point' issues related to environmental changes.

09/28/2026

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Route 113 Daytime Closures

Route 113 Daytime Closures 8/29/2025 MAINE/NEW HAMPSHIRE - From September 8 to November 14, the Maine Department of Transportation will close Route 113 through the White Mountain National Forest to all vehicles from 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. on weekdays for a cable guardrail replacement project. The project area begins just south of the Spruce Hill Trail parking area and extends south to the Brickett Place. This project is expected to be completed by this fall. Bicyclists and pedestrians may continue to use the entirety of Route 113. Bikers and pedestrians will need to use caution when approaching a work zone and follow the flagger’s instructions. Onsite signage will be updated regularly to show which sections of Route 113 are closed to vehicles. All through traffic intending to use Route 113 should seek an alternate route between the hours of 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. Maine drivers should use Route 5 and New Hampshire drivers should use Routes 16 and 302 as an alternative route. The contractor on this project is CA Newcomb & Sons of Carmel, Maine. The contract amount is $1,412,910.00. MaineDOT will provide updates on the project as needed via our website.

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Spurwink Bridge Work in Cape Elizabeth

Spurwink Bridge Work in Cape Elizabeth 8/29/2025 CAPE ELIZABETH - The Maine Department of Transportation will begin work on the Spurwink Bridge for a bridge wearing surface replacement project starting on September 2. Work is expected to be completed by the end of October 2025. The bridge and adjacent approach roadway will be reduced to one 12’ wide lane. Drivers should expect one-way alternating traffic that will be controlled with temporary traffic signals. The contractor on this project is Wyman & Simpson of Richmond, Maine. The contract amount for this project is $320,000.

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Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough

Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough | Maine Department of Transportation Home Skip to top navigation Skip to side navigation Skip to content Skip to footer Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough 8/26/2025 SCARBOROUGH – The Maine Department of Transportation will be closing the Mitchell Bridge on Mitchell Hill Road at the town line between Gorham & Scarborough on September 2 for up to 45 days for a culvert replacement project. There will be signage along the detour route. The detour uses Holmes Road, Beech Ridge Road, County Road/Route 22, and Burnham Rd. The anticipated completion date for this project is October 24. The contractor on this project is T. Buck Construction, Inc. of Turner, Maine. The contract amount is $940,000.

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