Orono News

Internet giant AOL Inc. is planning to open a new financial analytics and accounting center at an industrial park in Orono, according to sources working with the company.

Beautiful 2 bedroom home with simple plans for expanding to 4 bedrooms with 1 car garage; Plus 2nd income property over a separate 2 car garage; brings in $675 plus utilities, 2.1 acres, garden spot, 3 season sunporch, fireplace.

If you've spent the weekend kicking yourself because you missed out on the deadline for BikeMaine 2013, I've got some great news for you.

The attorney for the Orono man accused of kidnapping and killing a 15-year-old Glenburn girl has asked that Kyle Dube, 20, undergo a psychological evaluation to determine if he is competent to stand trial.

The prototype is the first of its kind in North America and follows five years of research and development at the University of Maine A floating wind turbine launched on May 31 in Maine is the first of its kind off the North American coast.

Do you have a favorite plant, animal or place at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge? Would you like to share it with others? Experience the magic of printmaking on June 27 from 10 am-2:30 pm with master printmaker, Kris Sader.

When U.S. Rep. Mike Michaud , D-2nd District, announced Thursday that he is exploring a run for governor in 2014, the rumblings of possible names to fill his House seat became discernibly louder.

Midcoast Federal Credit Union Board of Directors announces the selection of Joe Gervais as their new Chief Executive Officer to replace Gail Richardson who will retire in June after 31 of leadership and service to the Maine Credit Union community.

As the days go by, a program that helps Maine's early stage companies attract seed capital faces an uncertain future.

The Family Dog in Orono, Maine has become one of my favorite spots to grab a bite to eat, there aren't any other places around to get a gourmet hot dog and I've recently discovered they lay down a serious brunch.

Nichole Cable is seen in an undated photo provided by the Penobscot County Sheriff s Department.

Nichole Cable is seen in an undated photo provided by the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Department.

The man accused of slaying a 15-year-old Glenburn girl, and a man charged in connection with the death of his girlfriend are scheduled to be arraigned at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Penobscot Judicial Center.

Noted author and art critic Carl Little will present an illustrated talk on artist Francis Hamabe Sunday, June 23, at 3 p.m. at the Center for Maine Contemporary Art, 162 Russell Ave. The talk is based on Little's new book, "The Art of Francis Hamabe," which covers the life and work of the artist.

Lawyers for a transgender girl and an elementary school that required the fifth-grader to use a staff bathroom instead of the girls restroom clashed before Maine's highest court Wednesday over whether her rights were violated, a case that lays bare the difficult decisions facing school administrators.

The Peony Society of Maine will host its 12th annual Garden Tour 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 15 and June 22, at the home of Ken Liberty, 23 Ohio St. Last year the society donated and planted peonies at the Belfast Historical Society, the Hampden Garden Club's Harmony Hall, the Maine Veteran's hospital and Hampden Historical Society's Kinsley ... (more)

Plummer checks in Norah Bird as election clerk Carol Mower and election warden Geoff Gordon watch at the Orono municipal building on Tuesday.

"Shore Bird" - Architect-designed 6 bedroom contemporary which is one of only 13 houses on the beach at Prout's Neck.

Benjamin and Sandra Knowlton of Swanville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Laci Knowlton to Kyle Bishop, son of Stephen and Paula Bishop of Veazie.

Supporters of the Veazie Fire Department are urging voters to reject the proposed departmental budget during the annual town meeting, scheduled at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Veazie Community School.