Bucksport official says 2 medical marijuana grow houses don’t have licenses

Students named to dean's list at University of Maryland Global Campus

ADELPHI, Maryland — More than 20,000 University of Maryland Global Campus students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2026 term, for attaining a 3.5 or higher grade point average. Local honorees are Elizabeth Celones of Bangor and Jennifer Dorman of Stetson.

Democrats running to replace Graham Platner have to run 3 races in 3 weeks

“It's going to be a misery," a Democratic strategist told the BDN. "But what else can you do?”

Orrington Old Home Week 2026 celebrates community history and hometown pride

ORRINGTON — The Orrington Old Home Week Committee is excited to invite residents, former residents and visitors to join in the celebration of Orrington Old Home Week 2026, taking place July 10–19.  This year’s theme, “Unearth Orrington’s Story: Memories, Milestones and More”, celebrates the rich history, cherished traditions and community spirit that make Orrington  a […]

Shenna Bellows enters open Democratic US Senate race

The secretary of state previously faced off against Sen. Susan Collins in 2014 and lost.

A popular eastern Maine bakery chain has closed its Ellsworth shop

Sweet Cheeks has locations in Holden, Newport, Bucksport and Verona Island.