What’s on the ballot and how to vote in Bangor’s local elections

How one family’s 16 big-game harvest restored my faith in the Maine’s hunting heritage

"I don’t think the family traditions and hunting heritage have altered, but the need has perhaps declined."

Police patrol of homeless camp at Bangor park cost less than expected

The police department added the detail in May after complaints from the public about a growing number of homeless people camping in the park after winter warming centers closed for the season.

New trapping regulations take effect in Maine this fall, including early raccoon season

Until now, Maine has had one of the shortest raccoon trapping seasons in the Northeast.

Letter: Health insurance reform should be a top priority

“Even with coverage, people still face high deductibles, confusing rules, and sudden changes in what’s covered.”

Aroostook opioid group wants stricter spending rules after school cop controversy

The proposed change comes after county officials hired a sheriff's deputy to patrol schools using national opioid settlement funds.