Bangor Daily News
Driver who broke the sound barrier attempts another land speed record in Utah
WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The first — and only — person to break the sound barrier in a car hits the track in Utah this week with new wheels and his eye on another record. Twenty years ago, British…
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4mSouth Korea, US to begin exercises next week to bolster readiness against North's threats
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean and U.S. troops will begin their annual exercises next week to beef up readiness against North Korean threats, the allies announced Monday, days after North Korea resumed ballistic missile testing activities that are banned by the U.N. The Ulchi Freedom Shield is to begin next Monday for a […]
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2mLetter: I’ll vote for Amy Roeder for state Senate
"I will vote for Amy because I know she will continue to put 100% effort into helping people and making things better."
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6mA global model of community support could help Maine’s rural older adults
"The state economist projects that in just six years, nearly a third of Maine’s entire population will be over 65."
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11mA local Maine politician rose to power despite abuse allegations that won't go away
David Ireland, Lincoln’s council vice chair, has long faced sexual abuse allegations that he denies. But they’re only now circulating in town.
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2mLetter: Chip Curry makes our lives better
"Even more important than his legislative skills, Curry has the more subtle qualities of an effective public servant."