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Maine CDC announces 147 new COVID cases
AUGUSTA — The Maine Center for Disease Control said Tuesday that 147 new cases of COVID-19 have been …
$200 Million in rent relief coming to Maine
STATEWIDE- MaineHousing announced a new $200 million dollar rent relief fund on Monday.
Bangor city officials discuss downtown measures
BANGOR– The Business and Economic Development Committee will uphold certain measures implemented in the downtown to assist businesses …
Poor visibility and road conditions cause multi-vehicle crash
PRESQUE ISLE — Route 1 between Presque Isle and Caribou was closed for most of the day Tuesday …
Scammers are pretending to be Bangor cops
BANGOR — Scammers are calling residents in Bangor and police don’t know what to think.
Maine Science Festival brings 4 virtual forums to life
BANGOR — At the start of the pandemic, some Mainers put their hands-on skills to the test.
Compensation for those wrongfully convicted of a crime
AUGUSTA — Lawmakers are discussing a bill which would provide compensation for people who have been wrongfully convicted …
UMaine System encourages employees to get COVID-19 vaccine
ORONO — The University of Maine System is looking to get as many of its employees vaccinated against …
House to vote on US election reform bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Eleven years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled corporations and outside groups can spend unlimited …
National News
Goodwill donor in Texas accidentally leaves $5,000 in jacket, gets it back weeks later
A Goodwill donor in Texas has been reunited with an envelope containing $5,000 after Maqayla DeLaPena, a Goodwill …
Bette Midler shares unique concerns about Mr. Potato head toy following Hasbro’s rebrand decision
Bette Midler weighed in on the controversy surrounding the Mr. Potato Head toy following Hasbro’s decision to rebrand …
108 migrants released by Border Patrol in Texas test positive for coronavirus, officials say
More than 100 migrants released by the Border Patrol into Texas since late January have tested positive for the coronavirus following their …
Rachel Lindsay says ‘Bachelor’ franchise should suspend production until race, diversity issues are addressed
Former ‘Bachelorette’ Rachel Lindsay called for the show to suspend production to resolve its race-related issues.
Keith Olbermann roasted for asking why we’re ‘wasting vaccinations on Texas’ after state moves to reopen
Liberal pundit Keith Olbermann was roasted from both sides of the aisle on Tuesday for declaring that Texans don’t …
Contractor finds secret message, bottle of whisky from old homeowners beneath floor
A contractor in Scotland was in for a treat when he discovered a secret message and a bottle …
Capitol riot hearing: FBI, National Guard and Homeland Security officials to testify before Senate
Congress will seek more answers Wednesday about the Jan. 6 Capitol riot as national security officials from the …
Jose Canseco eyes these 2 opponents for next boxing matches
Jose Canseco has eyes on two opponents for his next boxing matches once he recovers from a multitude …
Pope Francis will still travel to Iraq despite rocket attack: ‘We can’t disappoint’
Pope Francis is pushing ahead with the first papal trip to Iraq despite rising coronavirus infections, hoping to encourage the country’s dwindling number of …
Entertainment
Tiger Woods Crash, Officials Get Warrant to Retrieve ‘Black Box’ from Wrecked SUV
Investigators in the Tiger Woods crash have obtained a search warrant to pull the “black box” from the …
Meghan Markle Denies Bullying Claims, Calls It ‘Attack On Her Character’
Meghan Markle says she knows what it’s like to experience bullying, but denies dishing it out … something …
Tom Brady Says Gisele Urged Him To Retire After SB, ‘What More Do You Have To Prove?’
If Gisele had it her way, the Super Bowl would have been Tom Brady’s last ride … ’cause …
Vanessa Bryant On Kobe & Gianna, ‘This Pain Is Unimaginable, Must Push Forward’
Vanessa Bryant is opening up about her life after the deaths of Kobe and Gianna — admitting, “This …
Most Celeb-Owned Texas Businesses Are Breaking From Gov. Abbot on Masking
Celebrities who own businesses in Texas aren’t ditching mask mandates and COVID safety protocols just because Gov. Greg …
American Independent Party Plans to Nominate Trump in 2024, If He Runs
Donald Trump’s got a home outside the GOP if they ditch him in 2024 — namely the American …
Breonna Taylor’s Mom Thankful Students Stood Up to Georgia Teacher
Breonna Taylor’s mother is hurt and troubled by a Georgia teacher spreading lies about her daughter’s death, but …
Tyrod Taylor Says He’s 100% After Punctured Lung Mishap, Ready For Free Agency
Tyrod Taylor says the punctured lung he suffered before a game last September has NOT had any lasting …
Mamie Van Doren ‘Memba Her?!
Hollywood sex symbol Mamie Van Doren was in her ’20s when she became a household name — with …
Sports News
Jose Canseco eyes these 2 opponents for next boxing matches
Jose Canseco has eyes on two opponents for his next boxing matches once he recovers from a multitude …
Tom Brady talks Lombardi Trophy toss: ‘I was not thinking at the moment’
Tom Brady provided insight into a variety of topics during an interview that aired early Wednesday, his first since …
Tiger Woods crash investigation puts focus on SUV’s ‘black box’
The investigation into Tiger Woods’ horrific crash reportedly put the focus on the “black box” located in the …
2021 Ohio Valley Conference women’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know & more
The 2021 Ohio Valley Conference women’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the …
2021 Ohio Valley Conference men’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know & more
The 2021 Ohio Valley Conference men’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the …
2021 Patriot League Conference men’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know & more
The 2021 Patriot League Conference tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the NCAA Men’s Basketball …
2021 SEC women’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know & more
The 2021 SEC women’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the NCAA Women’s …
How to win $25G on the NBA with FOX Super 6
Best in East, West meet on Wednesday as Jazz head to Philly to face 76ers
No Fun NHL? Restrictions help players appreciate hockey more
Instead of going out to dinner with his fiancee after coming home from practice, Brandon Carlo takes his …