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It's only December, and Maine high school basketball may have already witnessed the best game of the year.
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Miraculous buzzer-beater completes wild comeback in Maine high school basketball game
It's only December, and Maine high school basketball may have already witnessed the best game of the year.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/sports/buzzer-beater-maine-high-school-basketball/
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Trump claimed on Monday that the new fleet will “be the fastest, the biggest, and by far 100 times more powerful than any battleship ever built.”
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Bath Iron Works wants to build Trump’s new ‘battleship’
Trump claimed on Monday that the new fleet will “be the fastest, the biggest, and by far 100 times more powerful than any battleship ever built.”
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/midcoast/bath-iron-works-wants-to-build-trumps-new-battleship/
about 6 hours ago
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The 1-acre lot with a single-story building had 18 bids at this time last month. Now it has 78.
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Bidding war triples the price on former Madawaska port of entry
The 1-acre lot with a single-story building had 18 bids at this time last month. Now it has 78.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/aroostook/bidding-war-former-madawaska-maine-port-of-entry/
about 9 hours ago
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The ACA tax subsidies were introduced during the pandemic and have allowed millions of Americans to pay less for health care premiums.
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Inside Susan Collins’ talks with 16 senators on an ACA subsidy compromise
The ACA tax subsidies were introduced during the pandemic and have allowed millions of Americans to pay less for health care premiums.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/politics/susan-collins-aca-subsidy-discussions/
about 10 hours ago
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Thomas Bonfanti maintains that he acted in self-defense during the 2020 shooting spree.
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Down East man convicted of 3 murders claims lawyer was ineffective
A jury convicted Thomas Bonfanti in the 2020 shooting spree, sentencing him to life in prison.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/down-east/downeast-police-courts/machias-maine-triple-murder-shooting-spree-conviction-appeal-thomas-bonfanti/
about 11 hours ago
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The dismissal came after a request from federal prosecutors. (via WGME)
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Judge dismisses case against Maine man accused of threatening Donald Trump
An indictment against a Bridgton man accused of threatening President Donald Trump has been dismissed.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/central-maine/central-maine-police-courts/bridgton-maine-donald-trump-threat-case-dismissed-kevin-bell/
about 11 hours ago
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Merveilles Saidi, 33, was wanted on three felony counts of sodomy against a child.
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Woman allegedly fled to Maine to escape Virginia sex crimes case
A woman wanted on sex crime charges in Virginia was arrested in Maine. She awaits extradition to face the charges against her.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/portland/portland-police-courts/westbrook-maine-virginia-fugitive-sodomy-merveilles-saidi/
about 12 hours ago
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Your hot take might spark a friendly debate — or a fiery one — but either way, we want to hear it.
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Tell us your Maine hunting hot takes
Hunters in Maine share their passionate opinions on hunting and fishing, sparking debates on ethics, tradition and personal style.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/outdoors/hunting/maine-hunting-hot-takes-joam40zk0w/
about 12 hours ago
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For a split second, it looked like the game would go to overtime. Then Adrianna Smith jumped into action.
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Watch the buzzer beater that gave UMaine women stunning win over Harvard
Adrianna Smith's buzzer-beating shot secures an unlikely win for the University of Maine women's basketball team against Harvard.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/sports/college-basketball/umaine-women-adrianna-smith-buzzer-beater-harvard-video/
about 13 hours ago
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The current forecast calls for 3 to 4 inches of snow in Greater Bangor.
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Storm will bring fresh snow to most of Maine before Christmas
Get ready for a snowy Christmas in Maine as a winter storm is expected to bring fresh snow across the state, with up to 6 inches in some areas.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/weather/maine-tuesday-winter-storm-snow-christmas/
about 13 hours ago
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There were still about five people at the site Monday morning, down from a peak of 40 recently.
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Railroad company begins clearing Bangor homeless encampment
The homeless encampment near Bangor's Penobscot Plaza has been cleared, leaving residents to face limited shelter options and the challenge of finding affordable housing.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/bangor/bangor-government/bangor-maine-railroad-tracks-encampment-csx-cleanup/
about 14 hours ago
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The bridge officially opened Dec. 12, nearly 32 months after construction began. (via The Times Record)
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Brunswick-Topsham back in business with opening of new bridge
Business owners near the Frank J. Wood Bridge anticipate a busy holiday season as the new span opens, reducing traffic headaches for customers.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/midcoast/midcoast-business/brunswick-topsham-maine-frank-j-wood-construction-finished/
about 14 hours ago
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"An enormous amount of work makes this program come alive thanks to the many migrant workers who work in Washington County."
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Letter: Don’t forget the migrants who make wreaths
“The wreath employees are an important part and should be celebrated as well.”
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/opinion/letters/letter-dont-forget-the-migrants-who-make-wreaths/
about 15 hours ago
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The magnitude 1.8 temblor rattled the ground near Burlington on Friday morning.
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Earthquake shakes small Penobscot County town
A magnitude 1.8 earthquake struck Burlington on Friday morning.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/penobscot/penobscot-environment/burlington-maine-magnitude-1-8-earthquake-december-19-2025/
about 15 hours ago
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The fire broke out at a building on Main Road just before 3 a.m. Monday.
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Firefighters quickly put out Eddington blaze
Firefighters quickly extinguish a blaze in Eddington caused by heating equipment failure. No injuries reported.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/bangor/bangor-police-courts/eddington-maine-main-road-early-morning-fire/
about 15 hours ago
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"Maine's students deserve better. Our teachers deserve better. Our future demands better."
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Opinion: Maine is losing its future, one failed student at a time
"Fifty years of broken promises have brought us here. We can't afford 50 more."
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/opinion/opinion-contributor/maine-losing-future-one-failed-student-at-time/
about 16 hours ago
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It's rare to encounter even one lynx in the wild, let alone five.
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Watch this family of Canada lynx stroll through a Maine front yard
Most of us have never had the opportunity to see such a large group of lynx, but the dynamics are typical of lynx in the wild.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/outdoors/wildlife/watch-canada-lynx-family-maine-front-yard-joam40zk0w/
about 16 hours ago
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Maine is blessed with a variety of smaller critters that can be challenging and fun to hunt, and the hunting seasons and bag limits on most are generous.
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Don’t put away your guns yet — Maine’s winter hunts are just getting started
"With deer hunting season in the rearview mirror for another year, hunting small game is the next best option."
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/outdoors/outdoors-contributors/maines-winter-hunts-just-getting-started-joam40zk0w/
about 17 hours ago
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Some worry that staff cuts put both visitation and Acadia’s substantial impact on the local economy at risk.
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Can attendance at Acadia National Park keep growing?
The Trump administration has pushed to reduce staffing, which puts both visitation and Acadia’s impact on the local economy at risk.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/hancock/hancock-business/can-acadia-attendance-keep-growing-joam40zk0w/
about 17 hours ago
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Investigators are still working to determine the origin and cause of the fire.
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Dog dies in Maine house fire
A dog tragically died in a house fire in Lewiston. The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/central-maine/central-maine-police-courts/lewiston-maine-grove-street-fire-investigation/
about 18 hours ago
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From baby boomers to young professionals, these are the Maine communities buyers are predicted to flock to in 2026.
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The hottest Maine real estate markets of 2026, according to experts
From baby boomers to young professionals, these are the Maine communities buyers are predicted to flock to in 2026.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/business/business-housing/hottest-maine-real-estate-markets-2026-joam40zk0w/
about 18 hours ago
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Ryan Engstrom, 14, may be heading to the Milo area.
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A Lagrange boy is missing
Missing Lagrange boy Ryan Engstrom, 14, may be heading to Milo area.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/penobscot/penobscot-police-courts/lagrange-maine-missing-persons-ryan-engstrom/
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Learn how to make a beautiful and affordable non-traditional wreath for your holiday decor. Easy to customize and reuse year after year.
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How to make a non-traditional holiday wreath
Learn how to make a beautiful and affordable non-traditional wreath for your holiday decor. Easy to customize and reuse year after year.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/homestead/homestead-how-to/how-to-make-a-non-traditional-holiday-wreath-joam40zk0w/
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Jerry Kustich's latest book, Bamboo Days, reflects on a life spent close to water, fighting for environmental causes, and the healing powers of nature.
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This ancient tool still guides fishing masters today
Jerry Kustich's latest book, Bamboo Days, reflects on a life spent close to water, fighting for environmental causes, and the healing powers of nature.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/outdoors/outdoors-contributors/bamboo-days-fly-fishing-review-joam40zk0w/
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Experience the flavors of the season with this Christmas venison ham. One key to a successful venison ham: don’t overcook it.
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The wild game recipe your Christmas table is missing
Experience the flavors of the season with this Christmas venison ham. One key to a successful venison ham: don’t overcook it.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/outdoors/outdoors-contributors/wild-game-recipe-your-christmas-is-missing-joam40zk0w/
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Bangor native Josh Partal shines in his freshman year at Stanford, starting in all 20 games and earning All-American honors.
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Bangor native excels in 1st season on Stanford men’s soccer team
Bangor native Josh Partal shines in his freshman year at Stanford, starting in all 20 games and earning All-American honors.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/sports/college-soccer/bangor-native-josh-partel-stanford-soccer/
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A historic independent church in Cushing is fighting against a Methodist conference's attempt to seize its property in a legal battle.
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Midcoast church sues conference over alleged ‘land grab’ for Cushing property
A historic independent church in Cushing is fighting against a Methodist conference's attempt to seize its property in a legal battle.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/midcoast/midcoast-church-sues-conference-alleged-land-grab-cushing-property/
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The suggestions from the hunters on social media are endless. But there are safe ways to make sure meat makes it through a power outage.
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How to not lose your wild game meat during a power outage
The suggestions from the hunters on social media are endless. But there are safe ways to make sure meat makes it through a power outage.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/outdoors/how-to-not-lose-wild-game-meat-power-outage-joam40zk0w/
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Years of poor bookkeeping led to a financial crisis in Washington County. It’s not the only county government that is delayed in analyzing its finances.
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Nearly half of Maine’s counties are behind on their audits
Years of poor bookkeeping led to a financial crisis in Washington County. It’s not the only county government that is delayed in analyzing its finances.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/politics/state-politics/nearly-half-maine-counties-behind-on-audits-joam40zk0w/
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Winters in general are slowly getting warmer, and precipitation in December, January and February tends toward rain as much as it does snow.
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White Christmases are actually a fairly rare occurrence in Maine
Winters in general are slowly getting warmer, and precipitation in December, January and February tends toward rain as much as it does snow.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/21/weather/white-christmases-rare-occurrence-maine-joam40zk0w/
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Residents at Country Village Estates assisted living facility in Madawaska met with the college students this week to celebrate the end of the semester.
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Letter campaign unites Aroostook residents with students in Quebec
Residents at Country Village Estates assisted living facility in Madawaska met with the college students this week to celebrate the end of the semester.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/aroostook/aroostook-county-bridging-divides-joam40zk0w/
3 days ago
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Richmond’s policy states that students must use the restroom, locker room, and play on the sports team that aligns with their biological sex. (Via Maine Public)
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Richmond school board keeps transgender policy in place despite lawsuit
Richmond’s policy states that students must use the restroom, locker room, and play on the sports team that aligns with their biological sex.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/midcoast/midcoast-education/richmond-transgender-policy-despite-lawsuit/
3 days ago
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Penobscot County is dealing with a roughly $7 million deficit that could lead to a sizable property tax increase for more than 150,000 residents. (Via Maine Public)
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Rising jail costs strain Maine county budgets
Penobscot County is dealing with a roughly $7 million deficit that could lead to a sizable property tax increase for more than 150,000 residents.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/penobscot/penobscot-police-courts/costs-rising-maines-county-jails/
3 days ago
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The bill will require serial numbers on homemade guns, also known as ghost guns, and prohibit firearms that cannot be traced. (Via Portland Press Herald)
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Janet Mills will allow ghost gun regulations to become law in Maine
The bill will require serial numbers on homemade guns, also known as ghost guns, and prohibit firearms that cannot be traced.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/politics/state-politics/gov-janet-mills-ghost-gun-regulations-become-maine-law/
3 days ago
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Maine's Affordable Care Act enrollment for 2026 sees a drop as higher premiums make coverage unaffordable for many, leaving them uninsured. (Via Portland Press Herald)
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Thousands cancel Maine ACA plans over rising costs
Maine's Affordable Care Act enrollment for 2026 sees a drop as higher premiums make coverage unaffordable for many, leaving them uninsured.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/state/state-health/maine-aca-enrollment-2026-declines/
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"Chickadees are inherently cordial, industrious and useful. They watch out for their neighbors," Outdoors contributor Bob Duchesne explains.
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Why the chickadee is fitting as Maine's state bird
"The recognition is fitting. Chickadees are inherently cordial, industrious and useful. They watch out for their neighbors."
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/outdoors/outdoors-contributors/maine-state-bird-chickadee-joam40zk0w/
3 days ago
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Hunters in Maine share their passionate opinions on hunting and fishing, sparking debates on ethics, tradition and personal style.
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Tell us your hunting hot takes
Hunters in Maine share their passionate opinions on hunting and fishing, sparking debates on ethics, tradition and personal style.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/outdoors/hunting/maine-hunting-hot-takes-joam40zk0w/
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Versant Power said its crews were out in full force to restore power to thousands of customers after Friday's high winds and rain.
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Crews work to restore power to thousands after storm
Versant Power said its crews were out in full force to restore power to thousands of customers after Friday's high winds and rain.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/weather/crews-restore-power-maine-storm/
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Four members of a school board in Holden resign, citing a lack of leadership and transparency. The resignations leave the board unable to conduct business.
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Half of a Bangor-area school board abruptly resigns
Four members of a school board in Holden resign, citing lack of leadership and transparency. The resignations leave the board unable to conduct business.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/bangor/bangor-education/holden-school-board-mass-resignation-joam40zk0w/
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The project initially faced lengthy legal delays as historic preservation groups sought to stop the demolition of the 1932 bridge, though challenges were ultimately rejected in federal court. (via Times Record)
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Local businesses applaud opening of new Tophsham-Brunswick bridge
Business owners near the new Frank J. Wood Bridge anticipate a busy holiday season with reduced traffic headaches as the bridge opens to traffic.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/midcoast/frank-j-wood-bridge-opens/
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The project will consist of three lighted outdoor artificial turf multi-sport fields and a domed facility containing another field.
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Hampden sports complex’s 1st artificial turf field should ready in spring
River City Athletics' Quirk Sportsplex project gains new sponsor, Acadia Federal Credit Union. The $10.5 million project aims to promote youth sports and community wellness.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/sports/hampden-maine-sports-complex/
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Last week, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development rescinded its application that would have effectively cut off funding for hundreds of vouchers used to house vulnerable Mainers.
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Judge orders feds to halt changes to homelessness assistance program
Last week, HUD rescinded its application that would have effectively cut off funding for hundreds of housing vouchers in Maine.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/state/state-housing/judge-blocks-hud-changes/
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High wind warnings are in effect for parts of Cumberland, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and Waldo counties.
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Strong winds temporarily shut down Maine ski lifts
Some Maine ski resorts close lifts due to rainy and windy conditions. High wind warnings in effect, dissolving snow cover.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/weather/maine-ski-resorts-close-lifts/
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The National Weather Service warned that standing water and slush will freeze as temperatures drop overnight.
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Tens of thousands lose power across Maine due to strong winds and heavy rain
Strong winds and heavy rain cause power outages for over 66,000 households in Maine, with significant damage along the coast and inland areas.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/weather/maine-storm-damage-power/
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The Bangor chase happened roughly two hours before the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office chased a man along part of the same stretch of Broadway.
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Man accused of starting Bangor police chase has 44 driving convictions
Bangor man led police on a foot chase through the woods after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop. He faces multiple charges.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/bangor/corey-paradise-arrested-bangor/
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The high-speed chase lasted about five minutes, all on Broadway from the Bangor town line to Corinth.
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Penobscot County police chase exceeds 100 mph, ends in crash
Penobscot County man arrested after driving over 100 mph during a police chase that ended in a crash. Charges include eluding an officer and driving to endanger.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/bangor/high-speed-chase-bangor/
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Some people living in those tents between Washington Street and the Penobscot River were packing up to leave without a clear plan of where to head next.
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People remain at Bangor homeless encampment on day of closing
Bangor's largest homeless encampment faces clearance deadline as residents struggle to find new housing options amidst affordable housing shortage.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/bangor/bangor-homeless-encampment-deadline/
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MSAD 24 hired Jay Edgecomb, the district’s physical education teacher and a longtime coach, to fill the vacancy during an emergency school board meeting.
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Van Buren replaces coach who stepped down on day of season opener
Van Buren hires Jay Edgecomb as new boys basketball coach after previous coach resigns. Edgecomb brings track record of success to the team.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/aroostook/van-buren-hires-new-coach/
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Margarita’s was previously located in the space before it abruptly closed earlier this year.
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Jamaican restaurant to open in downtown Ellsworth
Acadia 876, a new Jamaican eatery, is set to open in downtown Ellsworth, offering American and Jamaican dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/hancock/hancock-business/jamaican-restaurant-ellsworth-acadia876/
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The senator also believes the video of the Sept. 2 should be made public. (via Maine Public)
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Angus King says he 'saw nothing' in classified video to justify double-strike on boat
Maine Sen. Angus King raises concerns about the legality of a double-strike on a suspected drug boat, calling for the release of a Defense Department video.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/politics/washington/maine-angus-king-venezuela-double-strike-boat-video/
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