At least 20 documents on the state government website contained names and, in some cases, addresses, dates of birth and phone numbers, for those receiving mental health and substance use treatment, the Bangor Daily News found last month.
Posted inAroostook
New book from longtime County resident promotes rural northern Maine values
Kathryn Olmstead, who lives in Caribou, has published a book detailing a memorable chapter in her career: being an Aroostook-based columnist for the Bangor Daily News.
Posted inMidcoast
Self-described packrat reunites family with long-lost junk shop photo album
One man’s compassionate act of preservation — combined with some modern internet sleuthing — has produced a happy ending.
Posted inContributors
Once-in-a-generation infrastructure investment is needed
“If our leaders fail to deliver the kind of generational change we voted for, things will only get worse,” Richard Trumka writes.
Posted inHomestead
How to properly pull weeds
Weeding may be the bane of most gardeners’ existence, but it is important to help the crops that you want to grow thrive without competition.
Posted inNation
COVID conspiracy beliefs increased among people who consume conservative news and social media, study finds
The study also found that mainstream media sources were less influential on decreasing conspiracy beliefs than conservative media and social media sources were on increasing those beliefs.
Posted inNation
A flower shortage is driving up costs for Mother’s Day
COVID-19 shutdowns made it hard to predict retail numbers, and unfavorable weather conditions affected many growing regions.
Posted inNation
Former Portland police chief will challenge Whitmer for Michigan governor
James Craig, one of the longest-serving police chief’s in Detroit’s history, is expected to announce his retirement Monday.
Posted inBangor
Hundreds of Husson graduates celebrate at in-person ceremonies
Last year Husson streamed a pre-recorded video for its 2020 commencement, which came just months into the pandemic.
Posted inNew England
Boston’s iconic Swan Boats return after a year off
Masks are required on the boats, and passengers are being spaced apart in line and on the vessels.
Posted inNation
Obama dog Bo, once a White House celebrity, dies from cancer
Bo helped Obama keep a promise to daughters Malia and Sasha that they could get a dog after the 2008 election.
Posted inOutdoors
Moose lottery permit applications due by middle of May
Online applications to participate in the moose permit lottery are being accepted until May 13.
Posted inBDN Maine
NAMI Maine provides online mental health support
HALLOWELL – NAMI Maine, a statewide nonprofit organization providing education, support and advocacy for people living with mental illness and their families, continues to provide online mental health support through ongoing support groups and occasional education programs. NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of […]
Posted inHigh School Sports
High school roundup: Complete results from Saturday’s State Singles Tournament qualifying; track and field, baseball, softball
Local high school sports scores.
Posted inBDN Maine
Annual St. Michael School and Travis Mills Walk-A-Thon moved to Wednesday, May 19
AUGUSTA — Due to unforeseen circumstances, the annual St. Michael School and Travis Mills Walk-A-Thon, originally scheduled for May 5, will now be held on Wednesday, May 19. Pledges and donations will continue to be accepted through May 19. For more information about the event, email jennsparda1@gmail.com or legalboxerz@hotmail.com. “On May 19, students will participate in a day of […]
Posted inNational Business
US pipeline company halts operations after cyberattack
The pipeline that is shut down delivers roughly 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast.
Posted inNews
Maine’s controversial medical examiner doesn’t want to be reappointed
Dr. Mark Flomenbaum has a history of controversy in his career as a medical examiner.
Posted inBDN Maine
Teens to Trails awarded $4,000 by Bangor Savings Bank Foundation’s Community Matters More program
Teens to Trails was awarded a $4,000 grant by Bangor Savings Bank Foundation’s Community Matters More, a community wide vote-in program which is designed to support nonprofits throughout Maine and parts of New Hampshire. The award comes at a pivotal time for Teens to Trails, whose mission is to connect Maine high school students to […]
Posted inBDN Maine
‘As Unique As Belfast’ project kicks off
BELFAST – Our Town Belfast announced the selection of five artists for its “Unique As Belfast” crosswalk art project following final approval by the Belfast City Council on Tuesday evening. The project is inspired by previous related projects downtown. For many years the crosswalk from the Colonial Theatre to City hall has been painted with […]
Posted inBDN Maine
Falcone Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Daniel Falcone of Bangor was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Falcone was initiated at University of Maine. Falcone is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by […]