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Dogs Bring Healing to Presque Isle Hospital

April 15, 2026

Presque Isle’s AR Gould Hospital has welcomed a new source of comfort: therapy dogs that visit patients and staff to ease stress and boost recovery. The initiative is part of a growing program that now reaches four hospitals across Maine. Two years ago, the idea began at Eastern Maine Medical Cente

sports

Bigfork Boys Finish Third at Hamilton Invitational

April 13, 2026

The Bigfork boys' track team had a strong showing at the Hamilton Invitational, placing third with 54 points. The meet was cut short by weather, with only 14 out of the usual 17 events completed. Robert Merchant, Quinn Kerr, and Tayden West dominated the 100 meters, finishing 1-2-3 respectively. Mer

crime

Unexpected Link Between a Killer and an Actress

April 12, 2026

A summer morning in July 2023, a routine drive to art school turned into a shock when a friend called with startling news: the man who had been linked to dozens of murders along Long Island’s Atlantic coast had finally been arrested. The killer, known as Rex Heuermann, was identified and taken into

politics

Massachusetts Health Milestone and Gubernatorial Debate Sparks Local Buzz

April 12, 2026

The state’s health insurance landmark will be highlighted on Monday at Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall, where former governors and current leaders gather to mark twenty years since the 2006 law that brought coverage to nearly all residents. The gathering will feature speeches from Gov. Maura Healey a

entertainment

Stars Celebrate Another Birthday Day

April 12, 2026

This April 12, the world spotlights a mix of seasoned performers and rising talents. Among them is veteran actor Ed O’Neill, who turns 80; he once lent his voice to an octopus in the animated film “Finding Dory. ” The day also marks 79 for legendary talk‑show host David Letterman, a Ball State Unive

opinion

A year of eating like it's 1950

April 12, 2026

Cooking with beef tallow sounds like a time machine to the Eisenhower era. Back then, heart disease was the top killer and doctors blamed fatty foods. Today, scientists still warn that tallow is packed with artery-clogging saturated fat—six times more per spoonful than canola oil. Yet some wellness

lifestyle

Knitting fans gather in Chicago for a weekend of yarn, creativity, and connection

April 12, 2026

Every year, a quiet Chicago neighborhood transforms into a lively hub for yarn lovers. Over 2, 000 people gather at YarnCon, a free weekend event that started in 2007 as a small market for local crafters. Today, it draws sellers from Illinois and beyond, offering everything from hand-dyed threads to

entertainment

New Picks for Your Streaming and Gaming Lineup

April 11, 2026

The week ahead brings fresh shows, films, music, and games that can spice up any device. Start with a light‑hearted Netflix comedy where Sadie Sandler plays a college freshman who shares a dorm with a boundless roommate. Her parents, voiced by Nick Kroll and Natasha Lyonne, add comic relief to th

politics

U. S. Crypto Rules Stall While China and Russia Build Digital Alternatives

April 11, 2026

The United States is fighting to keep its dollar‑backed stablecoins in the global spotlight. These digital coins let people use U. S. dollars anywhere, without a government hand, and they could keep the dollar dominant worldwide. But lawmakers are debating whether crypto companies can pay users for

sports

Behind the Ranks: A Peek at Brooks Koepka's Mixed Heritage and American Journey

April 10, 2026

Brooks Koepka stands tall on the golf course with his powerful swing and five major wins under his belt, but his story began in sunny West Palm Beach, Florida. Born in 1990, he grew up where sports were a way of life, especially baseball—he dreamed of becoming a pro player. A childhood car accident