Schooner captain disarms passenger with gun while anchored off North Haven

State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe

CEDAR CREST, N.M. (AP) — The state of New Mexico sued the Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday, saying the federal government blocked the state’s ability to investigate the sex crimes of financier Jeffrey Epstein at a ranch there. The lawsuit filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., said the […]

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, […]