Bangor Daily News
Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm
An emergency assistance program that typically starts Nov. 1 and helps 7,000 Maine families per year remains on hold.
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2mLetter: Waldo County will benefit from Breanna Pinkham Bebb
“Throughout her many years of service, she has shown her commitment to improving our government, supporting local small businesses and helping our communities thrive.”
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4mWe served with Troy Jackson. We’re excited to support him for US Senate.
“With Jackson’s leadership and strategic smarts, we have programs that make a real difference in the lives of women, children, and all of Maine’s families.”
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4mFormer UMaine 2-sport star Jack Leggett earns prestigious Clemson honor
Jack Leggett was a three-time All-Yankee Conference infielder at UMaine and a three-time All-Yankee Conference defensive back and placekicker in football.
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3mMaine paddleboarder’s 5-mile trip to photograph seals ends with rare lighthouse view
Karl Ramsdell, a professional photographer, especially enjoys capturing seals, which he affectionately calls “chubmarines.”
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6mDivide over vote to strip George Mitchell's name at UMaine shows how deep his legacy extends
His defenders say his legacy of philanthropy that has helped Mainers afford college and brought peace to Northern Ireland will remain but may require more explaining.