Bangor Daily News
Plans to revive Bucksport railroad delayed by complaints about the operator
A retired rail journalist suggested TransloadX is seeking the Maine lease to become classified as a railroad, changing oversight to the federal level and letting it duck regulations in Massachusetts.
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1mWanted man spotted near UMaine at Machias campus
Police haven't disclosed his identity but described him as 5 feet, 6 inches tall and wearing a dark Carhartt-type coat over a sweatshirt and jeans.
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4mMorning Update: What you need to know in Maine today
This update covers Maine's PFAS sludge history, grocery price comparisons in Bangor, and the rise of lone star ticks, alongside political drama and economic concerns regarding fuel and housing.
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2mWestbrook firefighters help pooch off the roof
Westbrook firefighters successfully rescued a dog named River from a two-story roof, continuing a heartwarming Maine tradition of emergency responders coming to the aid of adventurous pets.
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5mI went sea kayaking near the site of a recent drowning. Here’s what I learned.
"I’ve made a lot of mistakes while exploring the outdoors, but I’m learning to make fewer, to exercise more care."
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5m5 signs you aren’t ready to buy a home in Maine
Real estate agents say not every client is ready to buy a home in Maine, despite the state’s growing popularity.