A bipartisan trio of former federal ethics officials and several major civil liberties groups are pressing for internal scrutiny—and public disclosure—of the Justice Department memo that authorized a series of lethal U.S. military strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats have separately requested the Department’s legal analysis, …
Monthly Archives: December 2025
Maddie & Tae announce split after 15 years together professionally
Country music duo Maddie & Tae have announced they are splitting professionally after 15 years. The duo confirmed the news via PEOPLE, stating that they prefer to call it a “split” rather than a “breakup,” as they remain close friends. Tae Dye Kerr shared that it’s been “such a hard, hard — honestly, heartbreaking — …
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Megan Moroney to embark ‘The Cloud 9 Tour’ in support of new album
Shortly after revealing that she would be releasing her new album ‘Cloud 9’ in Feb. 2026, Megan Moroney has announced ‘The Cloud 9 Tour’ in support of the upcoming project. An Instagram post reads: “THE CLOUD 9 TOUR IS COMING SOON TO AN ARENA NEAR YOU!!!!!!!!! 9⃣ choose your city & sign up now for …
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ABC’s ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ extended for one-year in deal with Disney through May 2027
Late night host Jimmy Kimmel has signed a one-year extension with The Walt Disney Company to continue hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! through May 2027 on ABC. The contract extension, first reported by Bloomberg, comes after a year what saw Kimmel suspended by Disney/ABC over comments he made surrounding the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk; …
Sheinelle Jones to join Jenna Bush Hager as permanent co-host on ‘Today’ 4th hour
NBC announced Tuesday that Today show host Sheinelle Jones will be permanently be joining Jenna Bush Hager in the fourth hour of the ‘Today” show’s morning programming at 10:00 am. Jones, a longtime co-host of 3rd Hour of Today with Dylan Dreyer, Al Roker, and Craig Melvin, has been a member of the Today franchise since 2014. Sheinelle …
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Safe Heating Tips for Mainers in Cold Weather
After a rash of fires this week, the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office is offering a reminder to take precautions to stay safe while heating homes during this cold weather. Tips include: • Keep space heaters at least three feet away from anything flammable, never leave them unattended, and avoid using extension cords. • Ensure …
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Three Displaced in Fort Fairfield Fire
Three tenants are displaced following a fire at an apartment building on Fort Hill Street in Fort Fairfield, Dec. 8. Two cats perished in the blaze. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire. Latest Local Eastern & Central Maine News The post Three Displaced in Fort Fairfield Fire appeared first …
Woman Dies in Windsor Home Fire
77-year-old Lorraine Knox, who lived at 489 Ridge Road in Windsor, is believed to have perished in a fire Dec. 8. The Office of Chief Medical Examiner will be conducting an examination to confirm her identity and also determine the cause of death. Reports says Knox had been experiencing furnace problems and was using electric …
Night Hunters Arrested After Traffic Stop in Brunswick
36-year-old Lee Holbrook of Durham and 36-year-old Robert Little of Lewiston were arrested recently for illegal night hunting activities. During a traffic stop Dec. 8, Brunswick Police spotted a cross bow in the front seat of the vehicle and two dead deer in the rear hatch area. The two illegally harvested deer were provided to …
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Fatal Turnpike Crash in Southern Maine
81-year-old Janice Goldsmith of Needham, Massachusetts, died in a crash on the turnpike, southbound, in York, Dec. 8. Goldsmith was pronounced deceased at the scene. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. From the Maine State Police: On Monday, December 8, 2025, at approximately 3:14 PM, Troop G Troopers responded to a fatal crash …