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What Mainers need to know about Joe Biden’s new student debt relief plan

Applications for the program are open now to those carrying federal student debt.

Work on the CMP corridor restarts this week but not in the woods

There is no hard timeline for when work in the woods will resume. Most of the corridor has been cleared and some shorter vegetation is regrowing.

Bangor’s illegal Airbnb listings could soon be allowed under new proposal

Although short-term rentals are currently not allowed in Bangor, Airbnb shows more than 100 listings available in the city for rent.

Bangor painter murdered by her lover has art up for auction this weekend

Helena Wood Smith was a talented landscape painter in the early 20th century who hobnobbed with the likes of writers Jack London and Upton Sinclair.

Man accused of killing pedestrian on MDI told police he thought he hit a deer

John F. Holdsworth, 31, did not stop after striking Amber Ray Robbins, 35, on the night of June 10, according to police.

Police chief who united Bar Harbor and Mount Desert departments to retire this week

Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Police Chief James Willis plans to retire this week after a 36-year career in law enforcement.

Presque Isle is getting its 3rd Dunkin’

Dunkin’ is building a new drive-thru-only site because business at its other stores is through the roof.

Upgrades at Madawaska health center will address growing demand 

Fish River CEO Heather Pelletier said the changes will help the Madawaska health center meet a growing demand that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Trenton wins its 1st senior American Legion state baseball title

The Acadians will represent the state of Maine at the Northeast Regional Tournament for the first time after winning their first state championship over the weekend

Penobscot River Atlantic salmon returns on pace to be highest in 10 years

Higher river flows from extensive spring and early summer rains likely have played a role in cooling the water and enabling Atlantic salmon to ascend the rivers and get into fishways more efficiently in 2023.

Paddling Maine’s small ponds is perfect for spotting wildlife

“When our friend Bruce Weik recommended Branch Pond in Palermo, we were enthusiastic about giving it a try,” BDN Outdoors contributor Ron Chase writes.

How to care for your garden when you are away

These tips will keep your garden going even when you are not around.

In other Maine news …

Joe Biden calls Maine ‘a virtuous place’ at high-dollar fundraiser

Guardianship is a decision that can last a lifetime

Maine officials cautiously optimistic over latest drug overdose data

Search continues for missing 18-year-old Maine lobsterman

Group connected to RFK Jr. is bankrolling Maine doctor’s fight to get her license back

State police investigating Waldoboro teen’s death 

Belfast fire displaces public transit hub and catering service

Popham Beach property fight could have far-reaching effects

Windham man accused of threatening game warden with pistol

Tumbledown Mountain road falls into a jurisdictional limbo

Death of man found on side of road in Augusta ruled a homicide

Massachusetts man dies after Standish crash

Maine company fined $22.5M for alleged Medicare billing fraud

Mercy redevelopment will bring 165 rental units to Portland