Bangor – Lewiston Sun Journal

State Sen. Joe Baldacci officially enters 2nd Congressional District race

by Sophie Burchell 53 minutes agoJanuary 11, 2026

After months of speculation, on Monday the Bangor Democrat announced his run for the closely contested and highly watched seat.

Maine, News

Cold start to winter pushes Maine wood heat demand

by Joe Charpentier January 11, 2026January 9, 2026

December’s colder temperatures have pushed wood demand, while other fuels’ availability and prices remain stable.

Maine, News

Emergency calls are on the rise. Not enough Mainers are answering.

by Drew Johnson January 11, 2026January 10, 2026

Maine’s firefighter shortage is part of a national problem, but the state’s size, rural makeup and aging population complicate matters — and the solutions are proving elusive.

Health, News

Flu, norovirus and other illnesses circulating in Maine

by Joe Lawlor January 9, 2026January 11, 2026

Wastewater data is showing ‘high’ levels of norovirus in communities.

Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine

Top 2 unchanged in Varsity Maine girls basketball poll

by Lee Horton January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

Cheverus and Mt. Ararat have been ranked No. 1 and 2, respectively, in every poll this season.

Business, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal

How labels make or break Maine’s recreational cannabis compliance system

by Rebecca Richard January 6, 2026January 11, 2026

Cannabis products sold in Bethel were found to have recreational sales stickers stuck over intact medical-use labels, revealing how Maine’s retail system relies entirely on visible labeling rather than individual product verification.