By Kevin Miller, Maine Public More than 350 people submitted proposals for a redesign of the original Maine state flag that will be the subject of a referendum vote this November.

By Ari Snider, Maine Public Maine saw just over 14,000 business applications last year, about an 8 percent increase from the year before, and the highest on record going back to 2005.

By Elizabeth Walztoni, Bangor Daily News Staff A small Maine volunteer group has big plans to rebuild a regional industry in a way they believe will also benefit the environment, particularly soil, and human health.

By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff Eight years ago, JD Vance was doing frequent interviews in the wake of “Hillbilly Elegy,” a bestselling memoir that was seen by many as essential to understanding the rising political appeal of Donald Trump.

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A nearly $500,000 grant will connect Mainers who are leaving incarceration or who are in recovery from substance use with resources to help them find jobs.

Grade eight, habits of work high honors: Ava Brown, Allaynah Rolfe, Madison Thomas, Callie Cox, Keegan Cromwell, Lily Wintle, Raelynn Anderson, Ezekiel Bullock, Aubrey Ladd, William Simpson; academic high honors: Ava Brown, Allaynah Rolfe, Keegan Cromwell, Ryan Farnsworth, Lily Wintle, Ezekiel Bullock, Aubrey Ladd.

DEXTER — The Dexter Town Council approved a $6,996,747 municipal budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year during a July 11 meeting.

FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington proudly announces its dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester.

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff Maine is in for a wet Wednesday evening.

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff Piscataquis and Penobscot County’s first public defender started work on Monday, July 8.

By Elizabeth Walztoni With snapping turtle egg-laying season underway, the creatures can be seen all over roadsides, in sandy clearings and, perhaps, on your land.

By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff AUGUSTA — While Maine’s elected Democrats are mostly sticking with President Joe Biden, there is behind-the-scenes pessimism among donors and operatives who think the party must pick another standard bearer before Election Day.

By Kathleen O’Brien, Bangor Daily News Staff President Joe Biden’s performance at the debate with former President Donald Trump has stirred up the political scene, especially in Maine.

UScellular survey reveals consumer thoughts on inappropriate phone use July is Cellphone Courtesy Month and with smartphone usage on the rise, it’s a timely reminder to watch your digital manners.

ORONO — A $7 million grant from the National Science Foundation will fund a four-year statewide collaborative project led by the University of Maine to foster resilient forest communities in Maine.

By Billy Kobin, Bangor Daily News Staff U.

Maine Audubon has been working to protect Common Loons for decades, as the Fourth of July is one of the busiest periods on Maine lakes and ponds.

GUILFORD — Twelve members and one guest met at the Piscataquis Country Club clubhouse in Guilford for the monthly meeting of the Piscataquis Region Retired Educators Association.