Public outrage grew after the initial budget vote, under which the fire department faced the possibility of losing nearly ...

Ellsworth may pivot to offering a weekly rotation of food trucks at its city-owned Harbor Park after receiving zero bids for two season-long vendors. A recommendation by the city’s Harbor Commission ...

But since the I-395 connector opened on June 27, 2025, fewer trucks have been passing by the store and her home, she said. “It’s nice to not have them go through. It was constant,” Gatcomb said. The I ...

Penobscot is the most populous county in the state to be represented by just three commissioners. Four counties have five commissioners, while one has seven.

"Outhouses and bumpy gravel roads aren’t everyone’s idea of a relaxing time. But if you’re even a little bit intrigued, I suggest you check it out." ...

From lavish fireworks displays to historical readings to barbecues, there are plenty of ways to celebrate around The County this week.

New state data provides for the first time the ability to easily compare how towns are performing against each other when it comes to creating more housing.

The Bolen Hill trail network features three different loops within more than 1,100 conserved acres in Liberty.

Since early childhood, Griffin Lavertu has crossed the state to visit his grandfather. But this summer he decided to take the trip on a bicycle.

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Susan Collins said Monday she is seeking more details on how a proposed $300 billion fund for Iran could be used and that she ...

Among the largest single department increase in this year’s budget was more than half a million for the police department.