Historic health care bill passes in House
A compromise brokered Friday night on the volatile issue of abortion finally secures the needed votes.

Strong feelings persist after marriage vote
Residents of the state say the yearlong debate and vote changed Maine, for better or worse.

FairPoint creditors call for an investigation of finances
A motion filed in New York questions decision-making by the telecom's managers.

Vulnerable veterans get solid assistance
Homeless veterans are given a ride to the VA center, plus clothes, boots, a coat and advice.

Veterans office taking aim at homelessness

Midcoast Route 1 plan makes some headway
A group of communities that want to retain the corridor's character will get $500,000 from MDOT.

Drivers need a new signal to apologize

Owner seeks permit to reopen topless cafe
A 12- by 60-foot trailer is set up to house the Vassalboro business that was torched in June.

Families getting few answers about response to fatal accidents
The 911 calls were mishandled, say the families of Darren Duncan and Amanda Edwards.

Dispatches

Fireboat damaged answering cry for help

Feature Obituary: Gerald Troiano, 90, WWII veteran, talented bowhunter

Portland Fire Department recognizes its employees for merit

Maine Reports: Police exodus raises concern

Tapping in to beer fest
The 16th edition of the annual event produces another sellout

Sanford mill: Unpolished gem or albatross?
Risk, potential weighed as auction approaches

TOWN MEETINGS It's town meeting season. Meeting coverage Lists of meetings: This weekend | Scheduled later Post a story about the meeting or your opinions about it Do you have photos? You can post pictures too. When is your town meeting? Post it to the event calendar.