5 moments that defined Maine sports this year

Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has urged a federal judge to reject the BBC’s request for the court’s help in securing testimony and documents from three family members in response to his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the British broadcaster. The BBC is trying to gain “politically-driven leverage” over Trump by serving subpoenas on […]

Mobility tests can offer insights, but they aren't a crystal ball

Hand grip strength. Balance tests. Standing up from a seated position on the floor. These physical challenges are often touted as measurements of healthy aging and even predictors of longevity. They can provide valuable indications of your stamina and strength. They can estimate the risk of falls, which increase older adults ‘ risk of death. […]

Skowhegan ATV trails, access continue to grow

The local club’s efforts to expand and bring more riders to town have raised some landowner concerns about public safety.

UMaine partners with USDA to expand federal support for US seafood industry

Local Catch Network will lead outreach, co-host informational sessions and gather industry input to help shape national seafood strategy. ORONO — American fishermen, aquaculture producers, processors and seafood businesses now have a path for improved access to federal funding, technical assistance and new markets through a national collaboration involving the Local Catch Network, based at […]

Inside Trump's remake of the White House Rose Garden. First a stone patio, then statues

WASHINGTON (AP) — Instead of adding new roses, President Donald Trump’s White House Rose Garden is growing statues. Trump put statues of some of America’s founders in the garden just off the Oval Office after he replaced its plush lawn with a white stone patio, turning the historic outdoor space into a look-alike of the […]