Letter: Susan Collins protected Maine families during shutdown

Trump's trade war with Canada: A timeline of how we got here

CHICAGO (AP) — President Donald Trump’s barrage of tariffs — and threats of even more — has strained the United States’ longstanding relationship with Canada. Over the course of his second term in office, Trump has threatened Canada’s economy and sovereignty with steep new import taxes on its goods. He’s gone as far as suggesting […]

Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has urged a federal judge to reject the BBC’s request for the court’s help in securing testimony and documents from three family members in response to his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the British broadcaster. The BBC is trying to gain “politically-driven leverage” over Trump by serving subpoenas on […]

Mobility tests can offer insights, but they aren't a crystal ball

Hand grip strength. Balance tests. Standing up from a seated position on the floor. These physical challenges are often touted as measurements of healthy aging and even predictors of longevity. They can provide valuable indications of your stamina and strength. They can estimate the risk of falls, which increase older adults ‘ risk of death. […]

Skowhegan ATV trails, access continue to grow

The local club’s efforts to expand and bring more riders to town have raised some landowner concerns about public safety.

UMaine partners with USDA to expand federal support for US seafood industry

Local Catch Network will lead outreach, co-host informational sessions and gather industry input to help shape national seafood strategy. ORONO — American fishermen, aquaculture producers, processors and seafood businesses now have a path for improved access to federal funding, technical assistance and new markets through a national collaboration involving the Local Catch Network, based at […]