2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Where are the wackiest New Year’s Eve drops in the US?

Why let New York City have all the fun with its Times Square ball drop on New Year's Eve? Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes. Many have a hometown flair.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Unleash the hounds! And terriers and lapdogs. The American Kennel Club adds 3 breeds

They're ready to embark on 2026. Three more dog breeds joined the American Kennel Club's roster of recognized breeds on Tuesday, making them eligible for many U.S. dog shows and likely increasing their visibility to the pet-loving public.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Brigitte Bardot’s funeral will be held next week in French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez

The funeral for Brigitte Bardot will be held next week in Saint-Tropez, the glamorous French Riviera resort she helped make famous and where she lived for more than a half-century, local authorities said.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

France grants citizenship to George and Amal Clooney and their twins Ella and Alexander

Call them Monsieur and Madame Clooney. France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Winter storm packing snow and strong winds to descend on Great Lakes and Northeast

A wild winter storm was expected to bring strong winds, heavy snow and frigid temperatures to the Great Lakes and Northeast on Tuesday, a day after a bomb cyclone barreled across the northern U.S. and left tens of thousands of customers without power.

2 weeks ago in Local

Maine’s Expanded PFAS Ban Takes Effect Jan. 1: What You Need to Know About the New Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’

Starting January 1, Maine is taking a major step in the fight against "forever chemicals." Chemicals known as PFAS will be officially banned from a wide range of everyday consumer products.

2 weeks ago in Local

Person Rescued After Falling Through Ice on Penobscot River in Bangor

The person was taken to a hospital for observation.

2 weeks ago in Local

Portland Police Looking for Hit-And-Run Driver with Pedestrian

Police say an officer working nearby at a homeless center was sent to the scene in the 600 block of Riverside Street

2 weeks ago in Local

Portland Mayor Praises Firefighters, Surrounding Businesses After Waterfront Fire

Numerous boats tied to the wharf sustained damage from the fire, including one that sank.

2 weeks ago in Local

Fisherman’s Association Fundraising for Businesses, Fishermen Hit by Portland Fire

Multiple boats tied to the wharf sustained damage from the fire, including one that sank.

2 weeks ago in Local

Snowmobile Crash Kills 17 Year Old Girl in Aroostook County

Wardens say the crash is an active investigation.

2 weeks ago in Local

Maine State Police Investigating Death of One Year Old in Milford

Officers say there is no danger to the public.

2 weeks ago in Local

Statewide PFAS product ban expands in 2026

The new expansion will be including everyday household items like certain cookware, cosmetics and cleaning products.

2 weeks ago in Local

Tremont Couple Found Dead In Murder-Suicide

Autopsies showed the couple died from gunshot wounds, with Jyoti's death being ruled a homicide and William's ruled a suicide.

2 weeks ago in Local

A 22-Year-Old Corinth Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering his Mother

22-Year-Old Daniel Derosier of Corinth was arrested for allegedly murdering his mother, 41-year-old Abigail Thomas.

2 weeks ago in Local

Maine Mariners Postpone Games Amid Minor League Hockey Strike

Players will continue to strike until a contract between the ECHL and the players of Professional Hockey Players Association (PHPA), is agreed upon and signed. 

2 weeks ago in Local

Portland’s Custom House Wharf Heavily Damaged from Large Fire

There was heavy damage, with one building totaled.

2 weeks ago in Local

Republican Lawmaker to Call for Investigation into Maine’s Medicaid Program

State Republicans have asked for a federal investigation over the issue as well.

2 weeks ago in Local

Kennebunk HVAC Tech Rescued After Being Locked on Roof Christmas Eve

Kennebunk Fire Rescue reports employees locked up and left for the night, leaving the technician stranded on the roof.

2 weeks ago in Local

Androscoggin County Deputies Looking for People After Vehicle Burglary

They're looking for two people of interest.