Chellie Pingree will visit Maine teenager held in Texas ICE facility

Algae and peeling paint reflective of Trump presidency

“In short, the president claims to fix something that was not broken.”

Aroostook nature center is a hidden gem for summer fun

The Twin Ponds Nature and Discovery Center offers outdoor activities and hands-on classes for kids.

Maine reports 1st Powassan virus infection of 2026 in Penobscot County resident

The virus is carried by deer ticks, passes quickly to humans and can be deadly.

University of Alabama president’s list

TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — A total of 14,306 students enrolled during spring semester 2026 at the University of Alabama were named to the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). Local students include Ethan Leavitt of Bangor and Declan Muir of Bucksport.

Trump administration touts Iran deal as a payday for US farmers, but Iran denies it

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance say their interim deal to end the war with Iran will deliver a financial windfall to American farmers. But the Iranians deny it. And, in the absence of more details, sanctions experts are flummoxed over exactly how billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian […]