Bangor Daily News
Early budgets show how Penobscot County's financial crisis may trickle down taxpayers
Many of the rising costs stem from emergency services being more expensive and cost of living adjustments for employees.
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7mAroostook will be hit hardest by oil prices
As record-high heating oil prices and winter weather arrive, Maine's most vulnerable residents face a dire affordability crisis, overwhelming assistance programs struggling with staffing shortages and high demand.
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4mEagles rule out Hurts for Sunday with blood clot
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers following the discovery of a blood clot in his calf.
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3mBradly Nadeau called up by NHL’s Hurricanes
Rising hockey star Bradly Nadeau receives an NHL call-up to the Carolina Hurricanes, following an impressive AHL performance and a string of injuries affecting the team's veteran roster.
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4mCharles levels unfounded corruption claims at Pingree in final debate
In a heated final gubernatorial debate, Republican Bobby Charles leveled unsubstantiated corruption allegations against Democrat Hannah Pingree, who countered by linking her opponent to extreme political rhetoric.
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3mJon Rahm will be free to leave LIV and pursue other opportunities
Jon Rahm is set to depart LIV Golf following a court-filed separation agreement, granting him freedom to pursue new opportunities and reclaim his image rights after the tour's bankruptcy.