MaineStream Finance, a nonprofit rooted in Penquis, has marked a quarter‑century of making money more reachable for Mainers. From the start in 2001, its goal has been simple: give people who don’t fit traditional bank rules a chance to buy homes, start or grow businesses, and build solid financial f
A watchdog group has filed a 24‑page complaint against the conservative committee Let’s Go Washington, saying it did not report more than 150 instances of political advertising linked to two statewide initiatives. The complaint, brought by Washingtonians for Ethical Government, claims that the group
Cuba is thinking about accepting a $100 million help package from the United States, but it remains doubtful that President Trump’s motives are pure. The island’s leaders said the offer could help, but they want no conditions attached. The Cuban government wants any aid to come without political
The Brief Addiction Monitor, or BAM, is a quick questionnaire that helps doctors keep tabs on people dealing with substance use disorders. Researchers wondered if this tool would work well outside the United States, so they translated it into Chinese and called it BAM‑Taiwan (BAM‑T). They tested
Fourth-graders in one town now have special books and activities to explore the nature around them. A local group bought these new science books using money from a foundation. The books highlight plants and animals found right in the students’ neighborhoods. The project started when a child on a fi
Bryson DeChambeau isn’t your typical pro golfer. Most players rely on instinct and muscle memory, but DeChambeau treats golf like a lab experiment. His long drives and one-length clubs aren’t just showy—they come from years of studying physics. He’s turned himself into a walking science project on t
Over six decades ago, a small pest control company began operating in Elgin, South Carolina. Starting with just two clients in 1955, it grew under the leadership of its founders, George and Catherine Matthews. Decades later, their business expanded into a well-known service provider in the region.
After fifteen years serving Nutley, New Jersey, a local spot known for food, drinks, and music is shutting down. The restaurant, which opened in its current form over a decade ago, quietly confirmed its last night would be May 16. Instead of fading quietly, it’s throwing a big party to say thanks.
A new system has been set up to tell the difference between pollution that comes from a city and pollution that comes from farms or factories. The idea is to help people fix the river faster by knowing exactly where bad water is coming from. The project was tested on the Sile River in Treviso,
A new tribute will open its doors to the public on May 18th in Yorkville’s Kendall County Office Building. The exhibit, called the Illinois Fallen Wall, showcases photographs of every soldier from the state who lost their lives in combat since September 11th. The display will stay on the first‑floor
