The FIFA Council has approved an expansion of the number of teams participating in the FIFA Women’s World Cup from 24 to 32, citing the “astounding success” of France 2019.
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Local News
Millinocket Marathon impacting Katahdin area in more ways than one
MILLINOCKET- The Millinocket Marathon has a significant impact on the town in more ways than one.
Murder trial underway in Stockton Springs girl’s death
BELFAST – Friday was the first day of the murder trial for a Stockton Springs mom who is …
EMDC applauds local business leaders
BANGOR – Eastern Maine Development Corp. honored local business leaders Thursday at Husson University.
Men accused of Bangor murder make 1st court appearance
BANGOR – Two local men, Joseph Johnson and Cote Choneska, made their first appearance in a Bangor court …
Postal Worker safety a priority for United States Postal Service during holiday season.
BANGOR- This time of year not only brings frenzied holiday shopping but also busy mail-rooms and delivery services.
Former Cianbro CEO charged for firing cannon, injuring man at MMA
CASTINE – The former CEO of Cianbro is now facing charges, after authorities say he was the one …
Transportation conference looks at future for Maine
AUGUSTA – Transportation for the future was the theme for this years annual Maine Transportation Conference.
Maine senator reacts to impeachment proceedings
WASHINGTON, DC – Thursday morning, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said the U.S. House of Representatives had …
Detox facility expanding its service area
HAMPDEN – It’s the only substance use service of its kind in the area, and now a Hampden …
National News
Missouri mom defends son beating up school bully in viral post: ‘Problem solved’
A Missouri mother’s unapologetic Facebook post on Monday defending her son’s decision to fight back against a bully …
Selena Gomez and Julia Michaels connected over their ‘sh—ty’ exes while songwriting
Selena Gomez and her longtime songwriting partner Julia Michaels have done some of their best work while reeling over …
‘Wheel of Fortune’s Vanna White talks taking over hosting duties from Pat Sajak: I was ‘terrified’
Vanna White has stood by “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak’s side for 30 years, but while he recovered …
Pink debuts newly-buzzed head on Instagram: ‘Letting go’
Pink is debuting a new hairdo just in time to ring in the new year.
Kylie Jenner posts videos of daughter Stormi snowboarding, and fans can’t get enough: ‘Too cute’
Kylie Jenner just shared several videos of her daughter Stormi snowboarding — and fans and stars alike are collectively losing …
Suspect in Boston double murder claims he had affair with one of the victims
A murder suspect who allegedly killed two Boston doctors who were engaged in 2017 claimed he had an …
Jury clears New York man who offered $500 to kill ICE agent
A man who tweeted an offer of $500 to anyone willing to kill a federal Immigration and Customs …
Rep. Duncan Hunter, who pleaded guilty to campaign fund misuse, says he will resign after holidays
Rep. Duncan Hunter, R.-Calif., announced Friday that he plans to resign from his House seat “shortly after the …
Knicks fire head coach David Fizdale following blowout losses
New York Knicks head coach Davis Fizdale has been fired following back-to-back blowout losses and a rough start to …
Entertainment
Woman Allegedly Stung by Scorpion on United Airlines Flight
A woman on a United Airlines flight got wayyy more than a trip from point A to point …
Metta World Peace Wants Knicks Coaching Spot, ‘Lets Get it Poppin’ NYC!’
Metta World Peace didn’t even wait an hour to make a play for David Fizdale’s job — claiming …
Michael Rapaport ‘Disgusted’ at Knicks for Firing Fizdale, Calls for Celeb Boycott
“I’m making it official, I’m no longer a Knicks fan!!!” That’s Michael Rappaport officially ENDING his NY …
CP5 Exoneree Raymond Santana Says IG Led to Deelishis Engagement
Raymond Santana — one of the wrongfully convicted Central Park Five — just got engaged to a reality …
Michelle Kwan In Bad Car Crash, Rips ‘Coward’ Who Drove Off
Terrifying moment for figure skating legend Michelle Kwan — who was involved in a bad crash in South …
Elon Musk Wins Defamation Trial Over ‘Pedo’ Comment
Elon Musk just won his trial against the British diver in the Thailand cave rescue he infamously labeled …
Patrick Reed Denies Cheating at Tiger Woods’ Golf Tourney Despite Video
It sure LOOKS like pro golfer Patrick Reed cheated his ass off on a hole Tiger Woods’ big …
Meg Ryan Sells Her Chappaquiddick Island Pad for $9 Million
Meg Ryan’s no longer an island girl … she’s unloaded her Chappaquiddick Island mansion, and it’s gotta connection …
Kendall Jenner Reads a Book in a Tiny Bikini on a Yacht
Kendall Jenner’s down in Miami Beach, chilling on a yacht, soaking up the sun and hitting up parties, …
Sports News
Knicks fire head coach David Fizdale following blowout losses
New York Knicks head coach Davis Fizdale has been fired following back-to-back blowout losses and a rough start to …
Dallas Cowboys’ Jerry Jones has testy radio interview, gets dropped after cursing
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had a testy radio interview Friday following the team’s loss to the Chicago …
Aaron Rodgers admits he can see retirement coming and has to capitalize on opportunity to win now
Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers acknowledged Wednesday he can see retirement in the distance as he talked …
Bre Tiesi backs off spousal support request from Johnny Manziel, claims mistake made on paperwork
Bre Tiesi, who recently filed for divorce from Johnny Manziel, backed off her request for spousal support from …
Washington Nationals can only afford Stephen Strasburg or Anthony Rendon, team owner says
Washington Nationals managing principal owner Mark Lerner may have put a damper on fans’ hopes that the team …
Redskins’ Trent Williams still feeling effects of surgery to remove cancerous growth, hits GM Bruce Allen
Washington Redskins offensive lineman Trent Williams is still feeling the after-effects of the surgery he had in the …
Gary Sheffield, 51, shows off his power more than 10 years after his last major league game
Gary Sheffield was a nine-time All-Star, won five Silver Sluggers and a World Series championship.
San Francisco 49ers’ Richard Sherman defends analyst after Lamar Jackson remarks led to suspension
San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman came out in defense for the commentator who made a racially insensitive …
Dallas Cowboys’ Antwaun Woods arrested on drug, tampering charges after traffic stop in Texas
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Antwaun Woods was arrested in Texas on drug and tampering charges, police said.