Ariana Grande to star in ‘Focker-in-Law’ alongside Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro

Ariana Grande is set to star in the fourth installment of the “Meet the Parents” franchise titled ‘Focker-in-Law’, opposite Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro.  Universal announced that the film is scheduled for release on November 25, 2026. Returning cast members Stiller, De Niro, Blythe Danner, Owen Wilson and Teri Polo will star alongside Grande …

State Police Investigating Double Death in Tremont

Officials say two deceased adults were discovered at the scene of an incident near Big Rocks Road in Tremont, this morning, Dec. 23. From the Maine State Police: On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at approximately 8:57 AM, Southwest Harbor Police responded to a 911 call about an incident near Big Rocks Road, Tremont. The caller …

Winter Storm: Governor Mills Closes State Offices Statewide on December 24

With an overnight storm system forecast expected to bring hazardous travel conditions, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine government offices closed Wednesday, Dec. 24. Governor Janet Mills: This storm is anticipated to create slick travel on Christmas Eve. If you’re traveling on Tuesday or Wednesday, please take necessary precautions to arrive safely …

Trenton Home Destroyed in Fire

The Trenton Volunteer Fire Department says a wood stove likely is the cause a fire that destroyed a home near Acadia National Park, Dec. 22. 20,000 books and a large vinyl record collection were lost due to the blaze. The homeowner escaped unharmed. However, one firefighter was taken to the hospital and treated for a …

Extra Christmas Money May Be Just a Click Away

Did you know that Maine is currently holding over $390,000,000 of unclaimed money? You may be surprised to find out you have some cash that belongs to you that is currently unclaimed. The process is real simple. Just search for you name or for a relative. Here’s the link: https://www.maineunclaimedproperty.gov/ Latest Local Central Maine News …

Upcoming Blood Drives in Central and Eastern Maine

From the Red Cross: The American Red Cross asks people to schedule time to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply stable ahead of the busy holiday season. Just one generous hour of time could be the lifesaving difference for patients in need. Did you know that you have the power to …

Waterville Cruiser Rammed During Pursuit

38-year-old Christopher Poirier of Waterville has been arrested after he led police on a chase that included the ramming of a Waterville Police cruiser. Maine State Police joined the pursuit, Dec. 21, which began on Kennedy Memorial Drive continued on the interstate and concluded on Old Belgrade Road. From the Waterville Police Department: Members of …

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer introduces resolution to force DOJ into full release of Epstein files

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Monday he will move to force a Senate vote on legal action against the Justice Department over its failure to fully release records tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, escalating a growing bipartisan dispute over compliance with a recently enacted transparency law. Schumer’s resolution would direct Senate leadership …

Trump administration halting five offshore wind projects, citing national security concerns

The Trump administration announced Monday it is pausing leases for five major offshore wind projects along the East Coast, citing national security risks identified by the Department of Defense. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the decision follows classified Pentagon assessments and long-standing concerns outlined in unclassified government reports. “Today’s action addresses emerging national security risks, …