Letter: ICE actions should be stopped as Minneapolis shooting is investigated

Schooner captain disarms passenger with gun while anchored off North Haven

The man is undergoing a medical and mental health evaluation, while deputies complete the Maine yellow flag process.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center earns prestigious US News & World Report Best Hospitals recognitions

BANGOR — Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center has been recognized by US News & World Report in its 2026/2027 Best Hospitals rankings, highlighting the hospital’s commitment to clinical excellence, patient care, and community service. Eastern Maine Medical Center received the following distinctions: • High Performing Specialty Badge in Cardiology and Heart & Vascular Surgery […]

FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump's helicopter approached

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Donald Trump’s helicopter was approaching Reagan National Airport Tuesday afternoon in what appears to be a violation of safety procedures put in place after last year’s midair collision near that busy Washington D.C. airport. The incident […]

Child allegedly started a fire at a Maine home while 7 people slept inside

The fire started in a second-floor bedroom during the early morning hours on July 16.

Norway Savings Bank president/CEO appointed chair of Maine Bankers Association Executive Committee

WESTBROOK — The Maine Bankers Association has appointed Dan Walsh, president and CEO of Norway Savings Bank, as the chair of its Executive Committee effective July 1. The MBA provides Maine banks with a forum to exchange valuable industry information, gain maximum representation in state and federal legislative and regulatory matters and receive education, training, […]