Troy Jackson punched a man and pushed his partner in 1988, police report says

A proposed gym and childcare plan ignites concerns in an Aroostook town

The town has made no formal decisions around the proposal, which would move the gym into the former Kmart building.

Billy Idol rocks Bangor’s waterfront a year after canceled show

Billy Idol performed at Bangor’s Maine Savings Amphitheater on Tuesday as part of his “It’s A Nice Day To… Tour Again!” tour.

ICE's plan to give officers electric shock gloves draws outrage and fears of misuse

Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s plan to give officers gloves that deliver painful electric shocks faced criticism Wednesday from Democratic elected officials and civil rights advocates, who called it unnecessary and cruel. ICE plans to spend between $10 million and $20 million to outfit officers and agents with “conductive distraction and de-escalation devices,” according to a […]

Law firm with ties to Trump administration declines offer to represent migrant children

McALLEN, Texas (AP) — A small Texas law firm with ties to the Trump administration declined a $150 million federal contract it was offered to represent migrant children traveling alone to the U.S., authorities said Wednesday, raising long-term questions about who would represent them. The administration last week announced plans to award the contract to […]

Furniture Gallery and 207 Wellness invite Community to Free Back-to-School Bash supporting local students

BANGOR – Furniture Gallery and 207 Wellness are inviting families from across the region to attend a Free Back-to-School Bash on Sunday, Aug.16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Furniture Gallery, located at 614 Broadway in Bangor. The event will benefit Penquis’ We’ve Got Your Back backpack and school supply program, helping local children […]