Bangor Daily News
How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle
NEW YORK (AP) — The Perseid summer light show is back — and viewing conditions are especially promising for the Northern Hemisphere. The meteor shower’s peak Wednesday night into Thursday morning…
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3mTexas appeals court rejects ruling of innocence for woman on death row for 18 years
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas court on Thursday rejected a ruling that a woman on death row for 18 years is innocent of capital murder in the killing of her 2-year-old daughter in a case that attracted bipartisan calls from lawmakers and celebrities to release her from prison. The sharply divided decision by the […]
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4mTroy Jackson leads Susan Collins in 2 new polls, countering a survey showing her ahead
The race is a true toss up, with Decision Desk HQ giving both candidates roughly 50-50 chances of winning.
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Alzheimer’s Association Maine Chapter kicks off 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s season
The Alzheimer’s Association Maine Chapter invites you to attend one of seven 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in our state this September and October. On Walk Day, participants take part in the poignant Promise Garden ceremony – a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. During the ceremony, walkers will […]
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3m2 more cases reported in Penobscot County HIV outbreak
The new diagnoses are the second and third reported in September, in an outbreak that has infected 48 people since October 2023.
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5mHermon and Bangor football look to extend winning streaks with home games Friday
Bangor will host 1-2 Windham at 6 p.m. Hermon will host 0-3 Medomak Valley of Waldoboro at 7 p.m.