Shenna Bellows enters open Democratic US Senate race

Students named to dean's list at University of Maryland Global Campus

ADELPHI, Maryland — More than 20,000 University of Maryland Global Campus students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2026 term, for attaining a 3.5 or higher grade point average. Local honorees are Elizabeth Celones of Bangor and Jennifer Dorman of Stetson.

Democrats running to replace Graham Platner have to run 3 races in 3 weeks

“It's going to be a misery," a Democratic strategist told the BDN. "But what else can you do?”

Orrington Old Home Week 2026 celebrates community history and hometown pride

ORRINGTON — The Orrington Old Home Week Committee is excited to invite residents, former residents and visitors to join in the celebration of Orrington Old Home Week 2026, taking place July 10–19.  This year’s theme, “Unearth Orrington’s Story: Memories, Milestones and More”, celebrates the rich history, cherished traditions and community spirit that make Orrington  a […]

South Florida's Palm Beach airport renamed President Donald J. Trump International

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A South Florida airport officially changed its name on Thursday to the President Donald J. Trump International Airport. Signs for the Palm Beach International Airport have been removed, while new signage goes up. “Because an entire airport transformation doesn’t happen overnight, you’ll notice a combination of both our classic […]

A popular eastern Maine bakery chain has closed its Ellsworth shop

Sweet Cheeks has locations in Holden, Newport, Bucksport and Verona Island.