David Prowse, the actor and bodybuilder who filled out Darth Vader’s tall frame in the original “Star Wars” trilogy has died. He was 85.
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Local News
Pine Tree Bill under review
STATEWIDE- Lawmakers are seeking a change in Maine’s constitution that is meant to protect the environment.
Bangor Housing Authority officials announce future changes
BANGOR- In Monday’s city council workshop, officials from the Bangor Housing Authority announced the U.S Housing & Urban …
Diversity, equity and inclusion officer discusses importance of International Women’s Day
BANGOR — Wednesday, March 8 is International Women’s Day, and the month of March marks International Women’s Month.
Maine sees first female Eagle Scout
STATEWIDE — Many people participate in Boy Scouts, but only some reach the highest rank of Eagle Scout.
Legislators seek to pass a bill to address student achievement gaps
STATEWIDE — A bill currently in committee would allow the commissioner of education to provide extra funding to …
Lawmakers debate pro deer baiting by hunters bill
STATEWIDE — Maine legislators are debating a bill that would allow hunters to set bait for deer.
County sheriffs need more accountability
STATEWIDE — If a sheriff breaks the law, only the governor can remove that person from office. Now a bill …
Gas prices on the rise
STATEWIDE — Gas prices in Maine continue to climb.
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Kennebec County grand jury issues indictments
AUGUSTA — The Kennebec County grand jury has indicted more than 50 people.
National News
Kahkonen gets 1st shutout as Wild beat Golden Knights 2-0
Kaapo Kahkonen made 26 saves to notch his first career shutout for the Minnesota Wild in a 2-0 victory over …
No. 1 UConn routs Marquette for 19th Big East championship
Different conference, same result for UConn
No. 6 Baylor women end regular season 96-73 over No. 17 WVU
Queen Egbo had a career-high 26 points along with 10 rebounds, DiJonai Carrington also had a double-double with …
UNCG wins SoCon, gets NCAA berth after 69-61 win over Mercer
Isaiah Miller scored 25 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and had six assists as top-seeded UNC Greensboro earned a …
Piers Morgan walks off ‘Good Morning Britain’ set after tense discussion on royals
Piers Morgan, a co-host on “Good Morning Britain,” stormed off the show’s set Tuesday after a tense exchange with …
Biden’s German shepherds sent back to Delaware after reportedly biting security guard
President Biden’s two German shepherds have been moved out of the White House after one of the dogs allegedly …
Tipping standards are changing amid the COVID-19 pandemic: Should you be more generous?
As big cities get reacquainted with dining indoors, a debate is swirling around whether good pandemic manners includes splashing …
Hawaii dam in danger of failing, evacuations ordered, officials say
A dam on the Hawaiian island of Maui’s is in danger of failing, according to the state emergency …
Entertainment
BLM Co-Founder Wants Royal Family Boycott, They Don’t Value Black Lives
Black lives do NOT matter to the Royal Family … at least according to a co-founder of Black …
Daughter of Pepe Le Pew Creator Says He Didn’t Contribute to Rape Culture
Pepe Le Pew was never meant to be interpreted as rape-y, but the times have caught up with …
Rob Gronkowski’s Releasing Rare Digital Trading Cards, Cashing In On NFT Boom
Rob Gronkowski’s gettin’ in on the EXPLODING digital sports memorabilia market … the NFL superstar is releasing his …
Kenny Loggins ‘Memba Him?!
West Coast song-maker Kenny Loggins cut his teeth in the music business in the ’70s in bands like …
President Biden’s Dogs Booted From White House After Biting Incident
President Biden’s dogs just got the old heave-ho from the White House … sounds like they were too …
HBO Max Accidentally Leaks Zack Snyder’s ‘Justice League’
HBO Max subscribers looking for some family fun were instead treated to an early look at Zack Snyder’s …
Meghan Markle’s Sister Calls Her Narcissist for ‘Lost Her Dad’ Claim to Oprah
Meghan Markle’s sister is furious the Duchess essentially disavowed her family — especially their dad — during the …
UK UFC Star Leon Edwards On Royal Family Racism Claim, ‘Unacceptable’ & ‘Heartbreaking’
“It’s unacceptable, obviously. It’s heartbreaking to hear what [Meghan Markle] went through, what she’s still going through.” …
Dak Prescott Signs Massive $160 Million Contract With Dallas Cowboys
The NFL’s biggest offseason storyline finally has an ending … Dak Prescott has reached a long-term contract agreement …
Sports News
No. 1 UConn routs Marquette for 19th Big East championship
Different conference, same result for UConn
No. 6 Baylor women end regular season 96-73 over No. 17 WVU
Queen Egbo had a career-high 26 points along with 10 rebounds, DiJonai Carrington also had a double-double with …
UNCG wins SoCon, gets NCAA berth after 69-61 win over Mercer
Isaiah Miller scored 25 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and had six assists as top-seeded UNC Greensboro earned a …
Les Miles ousted as head football coach at Kansas after allegations of inappropriate behavior
Les Miles has been ousted as head football coach at Kansas after allegations of inappropriate behavior with women at …
Atlantic 10 Conference 2021 women’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know and more
The 2021 Atlantic 10 Conference women’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the …
Tom Brady, Bucs making ‘good momentum’ toward contract extension: report
When Tom Brady left the Patriots to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last March, the future Hall of …
Big Ten Conference 2021 women’s basketball tournament
The 2021 Big Ten Conference women’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the …
2021 Mid-American Conference women’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know and more
The 2021 Mid-American Conference women’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the NCAA …
Dolphins to acquire Isaiah Wilson from Titans after disastrous rookie season: reports
Isaiah Wilson had a rookie season that he’d like to forget as a member of the Tennessee Titans.