It's only December, and Maine high school basketball may have already witnessed the best game of the year.

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.”

The 1-acre lot with a single-story building had 18 bids at this time last month. Now it has 78.

The ACA tax subsidies were introduced during the pandemic and have allowed millions of Americans to pay less for health care premiums.

Thomas Bonfanti maintains that he acted in self-defense during the 2020 shooting spree. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/d...

The dismissal came after a request from federal prosecutors. (via WGME) www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/c...

Merveilles Saidi, 33, was wanted on three felony counts of sodomy against a child. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/p...

Your hot take might spark a friendly debate — or a fiery one — but either way, we want to hear it. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/20/o...

For a split second, it looked like the game would go to overtime. Then Adrianna Smith jumped into action. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/s...

The current forecast calls for 3 to 4 inches of snow in Greater Bangor. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/w...

There were still about five people at the site Monday morning, down from a peak of 40 recently. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/b...

The bridge officially opened Dec. 12, nearly 32 months after construction began. (via The Times Record) www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/m...

"An enormous amount of work makes this program come alive thanks to the many migrant workers who work in Washington County." www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/o...

The magnitude 1.8 temblor rattled the ground near Burlington on Friday morning. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/p...

The fire broke out at a building on Main Road just before 3 a.m. Monday. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/b...

"Maine's students deserve better. Our teachers deserve better. Our future demands better." www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/o...

It's rare to encounter even one lynx in the wild, let alone five. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/o...

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. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/o...

Some worry that staff cuts put both visitation and Acadia’s substantial impact on the local economy at risk. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/h...

Investigators are still working to determine the origin and cause of the fire. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/c...

From baby boomers to young professionals, these are the Maine communities buyers are predicted to flock to in 2026. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/b...

Ryan Engstrom, 14, may be heading to the Milo area. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/22/p...

Learn how to make a beautiful and affordable non-traditional wreath for your holiday decor. Easy to customize and reuse year after year.

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.

Experience the flavors of the season with this Christmas venison ham. One key to a successful venison ham: don’t overcook it.

Bangor native Josh Partal shines in his freshman year at Stanford, starting in all 20 games and earning All-American honors.

A historic independent church in Cushing is fighting against a Methodist conference's attempt to seize its property in a legal battle.

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.

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.

Winters in general are slowly getting warmer, and precipitation in December, January and February tends toward rain as much as it does snow.

Residents at Country Village Estates assisted living facility in Madawaska met with the college students this week to celebrate the end of the semester.

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)

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)

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)

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)

"Chickadees are inherently cordial, industrious and useful. They watch out for their neighbors," Outdoors contributor Bob Duchesne explains.

Hunters in Maine share their passionate opinions on hunting and fishing, sparking debates on ethics, tradition and personal style.

Versant Power said its crews were out in full force to restore power to thousands of customers after Friday's high winds and rain.

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.

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)

The project will consist of three lighted outdoor artificial turf multi-sport fields and a domed facility containing another field.

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.

High wind warnings are in effect for parts of Cumberland, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and Waldo counties.

The National Weather Service warned that standing water and slush will freeze as temperatures drop overnight.

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.

The high-speed chase lasted about five minutes, all on Broadway from the Bangor town line to Corinth.

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.

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.

Margarita’s was previously located in the space before it abruptly closed earlier this year.

The senator also believes the video of the Sept. 2 should be made public. (via Maine Public) www.bangordailynews.com/2025/12/19/p...