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Killer whale known as ‘Old Thom’ spotted off Eastport
Whale-watching enthusiasts celebrate a rare and exhilarating encounter with 'Old Thom,' a legendary solitary orca spotted in the Gulf of Maine for the first time in four years.
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1mOVERWHELMING SUPPORT
The Mount Desert Island community unites to provide significant support for a local lobsterman after his vessel tragically sank near Bass Harbor.
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3mTODAY IN HISTORY
Explore significant historical milestones occurring on August 26, ranging from the liberation of Paris in 1944 to pivotal moments in sports, politics, and human rights throughout the twentieth century.
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3mMaine doctor drops suit against feds after she’s allowed to return to US
After a four-month legal battle following a denied reentry at the Canadian border, Presque Isle physician Dr. Behnoosh Dashti has successfully returned home to her family and patients.
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5mIran’s gas lines growing, but no sign so far that leaders will bow to US sanctions
As U.S. sanctions and a naval blockade intensify, Iranian citizens face long fuel lines and soaring inflation, testing the country's economic resilience amid growing geopolitical tension.
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5mAt Vance’s Brewer rally, Trump-friendly attendees grapple with affordability crisis
Vice President JD Vance’s Maine rally highlights voter concerns over affordability and the unpopular Iran war, posing significant challenges for Republicans ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.