What 2 midcoast fire chiefs want people to know about the report on the deadly Searsmont mill explosion

Zhu Rongji, who helped turn China into a trading giant, dies at age 97

Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, the sharp-tongued reformer who spearheaded China’s economic modernization and WTO entry, has passed away at 97, leaving a complex legacy of rapid growth.

Nik Caner-Medley headlines list of inductees

The Maine Basketball Hall of Fame honors sixteen distinguished individuals and two legendary teams at this Sunday’s induction ceremony in Bangor, celebrating decades of excellence in the sport.

Wall Street rises near a record as AI stocks climb, inflation worries ease

Wall Street nears record highs as strong AI earnings reports and cooling inflation data provide optimism, helping major indexes stabilize despite ongoing concerns regarding interest rates and housing costs.

Judge accepts plea deal for school bus driver

A former school bus driver faces license suspension and a permanent ban from commercial driving after pleading to a civil violation in the death of a 12-year-old student.

Bomb threats sent to assessor’s office and fire department

Kennebunk Town Hall was evacuated after bomb threats targeted two departments, though no explosives were found. Authorities are now investigating the incident with help from the FBI.