The United Auto Workers tries to reassert political power in Michigan as it faces internal divisions

UMaine study explores whether music can help older adults maintain brain health

ORONO — University of Maine researchers are studying whether listening to music or learning to play an instrument could help older adults maintain cognitive function as they age. The three-year study, led by Rebecca MacAulay, an associate professor of psychology at UMaine, is funded by the National Institute on Aging and will compare two 12-week […]

2 top Washington County finance officials resign, citing hostile work environment

The provisional treasurer and finance manager both resigned, citing a hostile environment, poor communication and loss of a team environment.

Therapy dogs bring calm and joy to students following shooting at Colorado high school

EVERGREEN, Colo. (AP) — With wagging tails and kind eyes, the four-legged staff members at Evergreen High School welcome students each morning, walk the halls and visit classrooms to offer a loving, calming presence and moments of joy to a student body still processing a school shooting. Norene and Polenta, two golden Labs, joined the […]

Why voting is a Christian duty

"It’s our duty because, as Christians, we are called to love God and to love our neighbors as Jesus would love them."

CMP shares northern Maine transmission route with legislators

The 108-mile route already has some Mainers concerned about how it will affect their homes, farms, and the area's wildlife and wilderness.