Aging Bangor Buses to Receive Federal Upgrade Grant

Maine’s senior U.S. senator says the aging bus fleet in one of the largest cities in her state will receive nearly $2 million in federal grants to provide upgrades.

Mert Henry, Longtime GOP Adviser in Maine, Has Died at 92

Merton “Mert” Henry, a Republican attorney, World War II veteran, political adviser, and Bowdoin College trustee, has died at age 92.

Backers of “Eastern Wildway” Plan to Present Idea in Maine

A Maine environmental group is hosting a presentation about the concept of an “Eastern Wildway” to help wildlife travel across North America.

Governor Moving Ahead on Mental Health Home Without Approval

Gov. Paul LePage says he’s moving forward without legislative approval on plans to build a secure, privately run residence in Bangor for some psychiatric patients who no longer need hospital care.

Maine Governor Pushes to Reform Proficiency Diploma Program

Maine’s Republican governor and state education officials want to largely undo so-called proficiency standards that require high school graduates to show deep understanding of academic subjects.

USS Thresher Crew Remembered On 55th Anniversary of Disaster

The deadliest submarine disaster in U.S. history is being remembered on the 55th anniversary.

Another Robbery in Cumberland County

  Westbrook police have released a video of Friday night’s robbery at a Gulf station in Westbrook. The suspect was…

Bad Batch of Heroin May Have Caused Several Overdoses

There could be a tainted batch of heroin going around Hancock County.

No Salmon, No Fishermen: Veazie Salmon Club to Close

One of Maine’s last great salmon clubs is closing.

Maine OKs $1.2 Million Subsidy For Biomass Plant

Maine taxpayers are giving an embattled biomass company a $1.2 million subsidy thanks to a move by the state’s utility regulators.