Bangor Daily News
Inside the years-long effort to dissolve a Penobscot County town
It's been nearly three years since Drew Plantation ceased being a town. That has come with its own unique challenges.
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2mLetter: Protect home and community-based services
“Direct support work cannot be replaced, and the people we support cannot be left behind.”
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3m‘Constant’ truck traffic has plummeted in Brewer since I-395 connector’s debut
The 6-mile route finally opened last year after more than two decades of planning.
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6mHow I unwind in the North Maine Woods
"Outhouses and bumpy gravel roads aren’t everyone’s idea of a relaxing time. But if you’re even a little bit intrigued, I suggest you check it out."
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4mCyclists pedal from Portland to the St. John Valley in 4 days
Since early childhood, Griffin Lavertu has crossed the state to visit his grandfather. But this summer he decided to take the trip on a bicycle.
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9mTrump's fixation on voting has had mixed results. He still has ways to affect November's elections
ATLANTA (AP) — President Donald Trump has tried many ways to tighten his grip on U.S. elections, from signing executive orders to pushing restrictive legislation in Congress. Monday’s Supreme Court ruling siding with states that accept late-arriving mail ballots was the latest example showing the limits of his reach. It followed back-to-back rulings last week […]