Hancock County towns approve initial step toward taking ownership of dams

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 […]

How Troy Jackson differs from Susan Collins on foreign policy

Jackson is seeking to make the case that President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are costing Mainers money at gas pumps, grocery stores, farms and small businesses.

A man arrested at Trump golf course near Los Angeles set to appear in court on weapons charge

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California man who was arrested at President Donald Trump’s Los Angeles-area golf course while pretending to be part of the security detail preparing for Trump’s visit is due in court Wednesday on a federal weapons charge. Jeanine John Taele, 38, was arrested Sunday at Trump National Golf Club in Rancho […]

Schooner captain disarms passenger with gun while anchored off North Haven

The man is undergoing a medical and mental health evaluation, while deputies complete the Maine yellow flag process.

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 […]