Federal officials confirmed that seven people were killed and one crew member was critically injured after a private business jet crashed and burst into flames while taking off from Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday evening. The crash occurred around 7:45 p.m. during harsh winter weather as a widespread storm brought snow, frigid temperatures, …
Monthly Archives: January 2026
Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, Emmylou Harris to headline U.K.’s Highways Festival 2026
The U.K.’s Highways Festival will return to London’s Royal Albert Hall for its fourth consecutive year, set to take place Friday, May 15th-Sunday, May 17, 2026. The three-day event will be led by headliners Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce and Emmylou Harris, with Baylen Leonard, the voice behind Absolute Radio Country’s Americana and Roots show ‘The …
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‘Minecraft 2’ sequel film officially greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures
A sequel to the hugely successful 2025 Minecraft movie has been greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures. Titled Minecraft 2, the sequel film is scheduled for release in July 2027. In a post on Instagram, Minecraft announced it is “building terrain” for the second film based on the popular video game, adding “See you in theaters …
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Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has issued a sweeping public apology in a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal, expressing deep regret for the antisemitic remarks and erratic behavior that defined his highly controversial actions in 2025. The open letter, titled “To Those I’ve Hurt,” was funded by his Yeezy brand …
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown and Creed will headline the 2026 Velocity Festival, an expanded three-day music event taking place over Labor Day weekend – September 4–6, 2026 — at the historic Field of Dreams Movie Site in Dyersville, Iowa. The 2026 Velocity Festival follows the success of the 2025 inaugural concert at the Field of Dreams …
MISSING: 56-Year Old Brunswick Woman
The Brunswick Police Department says 56-year-old Rebecca Dorr of Brunswick went missing from her home at 272 Maine Street in Brunswick. Dorr left sometime between 3pm on Sunday, Jan. 25 and Monday morning. It is believed that Dorr suffers from mental health issues and may be wearing a green jacket and knit hat. Officials believe …
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. Rush in to give blood, platelets or plasma with …
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UPDATE: Live Winter Sports Schedule for CentralMaineSports.com
Your home for local sports is our sister station 1160 AM, The Score and Central Maine Sports, plus our You Tube channel @CentralMaineSports. Get ready for an exciting live broadcast schedule for the winter high school and college sports season. You can hear all the games here and watch them here. * BH- Boy’s Hockey, …
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Multiple People Dead in Bangor International Airport Crash
The FAA says 7 people are dead and one person is seriously injured after a private jet crashed during takeoff at the Bangor International Airport. #UPDATE: Bangor International Airport remains closed following a crash that killed at least six people Sunday night. STORY: https://t.co/j7odcoHpzC pic.twitter.com/xiMHqBMuRi — CBS 13 News (@WGME) January 26, 2026 From the …
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Dead Body Found on Side of Road in Fairfield
The Fairfield Police Department says a body was found on the side of the road, and not breathing, on the Martin Stream Road in Fairfield, Sat. Jan. 24. Officials have identified the person as 46-year-old Jason Grant of Oakland. From the Maine State Police: Police responded and contacted the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit …
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