Hazardous haze.
Posted inNation
Donald Trump indicted: What to know about the case and what’s next
The federal charges represent the biggest legal jeopardy so far for Trump, coming less than three months after he was charged in New York.
Posted inWeather
More rain showers and clouds expected in Maine Friday, but sun returns soon
There is also a low-pressure system migrating west that will also bring the chance for a minimal amount of wildfire smoke to make its way into the region.
Posted inCentral Maine
Woman seriously injured after crash sends utility pole through her windshield
Police say the woman driving is still in serious condition at Maine Medical Center.
Posted inMorning Update
Abortion bill vote delayed / Irving Oil sale / Wildfire smoke
What we’re talking about in Maine today.
Posted inPortland
17 historic gay bars to be showcased in Portland tour
The Big Queer Historical Bar Tour was compiled by queer historian and librarian Megan MacGregor during her COVID-19 lockdown.
Posted inBusiness
What Irving Oil’s potential sale means for Maine
While its plans have not been made clear, any changes in the Irving Oil business model will have broad impacts across the state.
Posted inBangor
Hermon’s school board candidates offer opposing views of library book controversy
Kristen Shorey and Brian Veneziano are seeking election to a three-year term in a district highly divided over library content.
Posted inBangor
Shop selling Maine-made goods will open this summer in the Bangor Mall
The Bangor Mall has successfully hosted regular craft fairs throughout the year, so the Maine Micro Artisans should fit right in.
Posted inHomestead
If you see a squirrel with lumps all over, just leave it alone
Although it may look concerning, the rodents suffering from squirrel pox tend to survive the virus, and don’t pass it to humans or pets.
Posted inMidcoast
Searsport residents aren’t ready to allow cruise ships to come to port
Town residents responded enthusiastically to a suggestion of adopting a moratorium on any cruise ship arrivals to allow for further discussion.
Posted inNation
Donald Trump charged over classified documents in 1st federal indictment of an ex-president
Prosecutors have said that the former president took roughly 300 classified documents to Mar-a-Lago after leaving the White House.
Posted inPolitics
Maine Democrats delay vote on Janet Mills’ signature abortion-rights bill
The Democratic-controlled panel is almost certain to recommend passage of the bill and send it to the chamber floors next week
Posted inBangor
Meet the candidates running for Hermon Town Council
Hermon voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to elect two members to the town council and one school committee member.
Posted inHigh School Sports
Old Town softball beats Ellsworth in back-and-forth quarterfinal
The fourth-seeded Coyotes’ 5-4 victory came from a triple to right center by freshman Taylor Madden that drove in two runs.
Posted inBangor
Special Olympics torch makes its trek to Orono from northern Maine
Organizers expect to welcome more than 1,500 Special Olympians, coaches and volunteers during the Orono games.
Posted inAroostook
Presque Isle airport’s $30 million terminal expansion gets design money from city
The current 80-year-old existing terminal cannot handle the current volume of passengers that travel through the airport.
Posted inNews
Lower air quality expected along Maine coast on Friday
Smoke particles from wildfires raging in Quebec will lower the air quality along the Maine coast on Friday, with potential for inland haze.
Posted inBDN Maine
Healthy Acadia offers resources for those at high risk for respiratory illness
Though the global health emergency created by the COVID-19 pandemic has officially ended, Healthy Acadia remains committed to connecting community members at high risk for respiratory illness with resources and […]
Posted inBangor
Police searching for man who jumped from Joshua Chamberlain Bridge
An unidentified man reportedly jumped from the Joshua Chamberlain Bridge connecting Bangor and Brewer at around 1:46 p.m.