2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

2 weeks ago in Sports

US women show some vulnerability ahead of LA Games capturing 5th straight World Cup basketball title

The names may change, but the results are the same for the U.S. women's basketball team — another FIBA World Cup title. The Americans' fifth championship in a row came Sunday in a 97-79 victory over France. It wasn't as easy as the previous four, with the U.S. showing some vulnerability throughout the tournament.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Resetting the AL and NL postseason races with 2 weeks left in the regular season

Clinching season has begun, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers becoming the first teams to wrap up spots in the postseason.

2 weeks ago in Local

13-Year-Old Killed in Portland Pedestrian Involved Crash

Officers say the 13-year-old died at the scene.

2 weeks ago in Local

Moderate Fire Danger Remains in Maine

The concern comes from increasing drought.

2 weeks ago in Local

One Injured, Cemetery Damaged in Warren After Car Crash

The driver of the car has not been identified

2 weeks ago in Local

Hannaford recalls Their Food Items For the Second Time in a Week

The recall on their house made fruit platters, bowls, and cups made in-house at the Turner location occurred Saturday, two days after the supermarket announced a ground beef recall from their Yarmouth location.

3 weeks ago in Local

Aroostook County man faces 34 federal charges for alleged improvised drone attacks

39-year-old Joshua Brydon of Woodland was arrested in October of 2024 after allegedly using a stockpile of fireworks and other explosive devices to injure and intimidate four people, as well as damage their property

3 weeks ago in Local

Neighbor charged with murder in Brunswick homicide investigation

A Brunswick man has been charged in the killing of his neighbor.

3 weeks ago in Local

Mainers remember sacrifices, lives lost on 9/11

Ceremonies to remember the lives lost on 9/11 took place across Maine on Friday, which marked 25 years since the attacks that shaped the nation's history.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

MusiCares to honor U2 as 2027 Persons of the Year at a star-studded Grammy-weekend gala

MusiCares will honor Irish band U2 as its Persons of the Year at a February gala kicking off Grammy Awards weekend. Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. will be celebrated at a Feb. 5 dinner and tribute concert at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Snoop Dogg brings the VMAs back to Los Angeles as host for Sept. 27 show

The MTV Video Music Awards are returning to the West Coast this month and they've got a very West Coast host — Snoop Dogg.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

3 weeks ago in Sports

High-profile injuries already adding up 2 games into the NFL season

Sam Darnold played just five snaps. A.J. Brown will be sidelined for a while. De'Zhaun Stribling was carted off the field. High-profile injuries are adding up just two games into the NFL season. It's not even Sunday yet.

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

3 weeks ago in Local

Drought Conditions Continue to Worsen in Maine

More than 77 percent of the state is under moderate drought

3 weeks ago in Local

NH Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Child at Cumberland County Campground

The suspect was arrested Wednesday by Kingston, New Hampshire

3 weeks ago in Local

City officials seek public feedback on plan to revamp Portland’s Franklin Arterial

Portland city officials are looking for feedback as they look to overhaul Franklin Arterial.

3 weeks ago in Local

Pair accused of stealing gold artwork using $1 bills in Maine’s midcoast

Investigators say two people from New York accused of stealing gold in Maine's midcoast may be linked to a Romanian theft ring.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January

Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.