Former ‘American Idol’ contestant showcases her evolving voice for her first live performance on the ‘Wildflowers’ tour in the Midcoast area, from her newest album released over the summer.
Paul Bagnall
Staff Writer
Paul Bagnall got his start in Maine journalism writing for the Bangor Daily News covering multiple municipalities in Aroostook County. He graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's degree in journalism and has a keen interest in writing about the environment, history, food, healthcare and business. When not writing, Paul is working on getting his dive master certification to take story telling underneath the waves.
Bath Iron Works lays keel for its newest Navy destroyer
Bath Iron Works has started building its next Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, laying out the keel for the new ship this week.
Hiring freezes, Trump’s plan for shipbuilding office send mixed signals to shipbuilders
Lawmakers representing districts with some of the nation’s largest naval shipyards are concerned the recent hiring freezes send mixed messages with the president’s recent commitment to “Make Shipbuilding Great Again.”
Commander of warship named for state’s capitol makes rounds in Maine
The USS Augusta’s commander is on a two-day tour to strengthen the bonds of the ship’s namesake city.
Police arrest man who prompted road closure in Topsham
After a day of searching, the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Topsham man for multiple alleged crimes, including violating a protection order and bail conditions.
Seven land trusts receive L.L.Bean grant funding for priority conservation projects
Through the support of the L.L.Bean Maine Land Trust Grant Program, Maine Coast Heritage Trust awarded funds ranging from $8,000-$10,000 for conservation projects in six counties across the state.
Bath mother, daughter killed in murder-suicide remembered as generous people
Jennifer Bailey and her mother, Lisa, were shot and killed early Sunday morning outside their home in Bath. A longtime family friend said the two had lived with abuse for years and Lisa had recently filed for divorce.
BIW celebrates keel plate signing with Medal of Honor recipient
Navy Capt. Thomas Kelley participated Friday in the signing of the keel of the ship that will bear his name at Bath Iron Works.
Brunswick’s Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern shuttering after 35 years
Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern’s owners have decided to leave the restaurant industry after 35 years in business. The business’ closing date is Sept. 28.
Rent hike at Bowdoin mobile home park worries residents
A resident of Mountain View Estates is concerned over four recent rent hikes since the mobile home park was purchased by an out-of-state corporation.