The fight to replace Graham Platner will come down to 1 day in Bangor

Dangerous heat wave is building, will bring oppressive temperatures to much of the United States

A widespread and dangerous heat wave is building across the U.S., with triple-digit highs expected in the Southwest and Great Plains this weekend before spreading eastward under a dome of high pressure that meteorologists say could trap oppressive temperatures for a week or more. Forecasters are advising people to stay hydrated and find places to […]

Susan Collins doesn’t know the latest on Mitch McConnell’s condition

Collins said she texted with McConnell early on, but recently has only spoken with two Republican senators who have been in contact with him.

To the GOP, he's a sham candidate. At home, he’s Mr. Sullivan, ex-teacher and Alaska Senate hopeful

PETERSBURG, Alaska (AP) — On Independence Day, as second-term Republican Dan Sullivan and his chief rival in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race Democrat Mary Peltola headlined parades, the other Dan Sullivan seeking the seat was happily on the sidelines of festivities in this small fishing community he long has called home. He blended in as well […]

RSU 63 board member wanted in connection with infant overdose

The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding 36-year-old Brittany Wood.

As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — As the explosive energy demand of artificial intelligence spurs a renaissance for fossil fuels, renewable energy allies are trying to ensure that massive data centers will be powered by climate-friendly sources, too. Lawmakers in states with stronger climate policies don’t want data centers to hinder their goal of slashing planet-warming greenhouse […]