Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
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Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
Final Maine permit for controversial hydropower line
Avangrid secures final Maine permit for its contentious hydropower corridor, set to power Massachusetts homes despite a 2021 public referendum rejecting the project.
Reform UK Council Paints School Lines at Closed Site
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Missing mother Tomis Hoyt identified after remains found
The remains found in Blaine have been identified as Tomis Hoyt, a mother of two last seen walking barefoot in Maine. Read the full story and her family's plea for answers.
Tornadoes and Flooding Ravage Maine and New Hampshire
Severe weather system unleashes multiple tornadoes and catastrophic flooding across Maine and New Hampshire, causing widespread damage and emergency responses.
Democrats back council candidate with murderer husband
Democratic Party in Bangor, Maine faces controversy after endorsing Angela Walker for city council despite her husband serving life for brutal 1993 murder. Stephen King's hometown embroiled in political drama.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
Maine's terminally ill receive chilling 'death letters'
Shocking healthcare policy in Maine sees terminally ill patients receiving letters preparing them for death instead of treatment, sparking national outrage and calls for reform.
Lonely Planet 2026: Maine & North Dakota Shine
Discover why Lonely Planet has earmarked Maine's stunning coastline and North Dakota's rugged badlands as must-visit destinations for 2026 in their latest travel forecast.
Pentagon failed to report Maine shooter to FBI database
Exclusive investigation reveals Pentagon's failure to report Maine mass shooter Robert Card to FBI database, raising serious questions about US military protocols and public safety.
Maine principal suspended over ICE Halloween costume
A Maine high school principal faces suspension after wearing a controversial ICE costume to a Halloween party, prompting widespread condemnation and a formal investigation into the offensive attire.
School official resigns over transgender student comments
Kennebunk school administrator Leslie Trentalange resigns after controversial comments about transgender students, igniting fierce discussion about education and inclusion policies in American schools.
Democrat Graham Platner wins Maine Senate seat in upset
Democratic newcomer Graham Platner defies expectations to claim Maine's Senate seat, dealing a significant blow to Republican ambitions and reshaping the political landscape ahead of key legislative battles.
Mother wins wrongful death case after son's misdiagnosis
A grieving mother from Maine has won a landmark wrongful death lawsuit after medical professionals failed to diagnose her son's fatal heart condition, highlighting critical healthcare failures.
Maine Governor's Medical Records Subpoena Sparks Fury
Democratic Governor Janet Mills faces legal battle as Republican opponent demands confidential medical records in contentious Senate race showdown
Maine's lobster boom defies climate change expectations
New England's coastal waters are experiencing a remarkable lobster population explosion, with Maine reporting record-breaking catches. Discover how warming seas are reshaping marine ecosystems and creating unexpected opportunities for fishermen.
Maine Medicaid expansion preserves abortion access
In a landmark healthcare decision, Maine has successfully preserved abortion services through Medicaid expansion, creating a crucial precedent for reproductive rights across the United States.
Maine Prosecutor Faces Suspension Over Expense Scandal
District Attorney Natasha Irving faces suspension after explosive allegations of systematic expense fraud, improper hiring practices, and ethical breaches that have stunned Maine's legal community.
US election official resigns over inappropriate tattoo request
Maine's senior election official resigns after demanding staffer display tattoo, sparking ethics investigation and political turmoil in US electoral administration.
IT Prequel 'Welcome to Derry': Pennywise Origins Revealed
Stephen King's terrifying Pennywise returns in 'Welcome to Derry', a chilling prequel series exploring the dark origins of Derry's nightmare history decades before the Losers Club faced their fears.
Montana candidate proposes homeless island tourist attraction
A Republican congressional candidate in Montana has sparked outrage with a controversial plan to relocate homeless individuals to a remote island as a tourist attraction.
Labour's safe seat humiliation in council by-election
In a shocking upset, Labour loses a traditionally secure council seat to independent candidate as voters protest Keir Starmer's leadership and policy direction.
Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain
A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.
Maine candidate's provocative tattoo sparks election controversy
Republican contender David Plummer faces backlash after revealing controversial 'Don't Tread on Me' tattoo during campaign, raising questions about political messaging and body art in modern elections.
Maine candidate's 'White Power' tattoo scandal rocks campaign
Republican contender David Plumb faces political turmoil after his 'White Power' tattoo revelation rocks Maine Senate race, forcing campaign into damage control mode.
Maine Senate candidate's Nazi tattoo scandal exposed
Republican candidate Graham Platner's political future hangs in the balance after The Guardian exposes his Nazi SS-inspired tattoo, sparking outrage and condemnation across party lines.
Maine GOP senator blocks Democratic nominee in power play
A Republican senator in Maine has single-handedly stalled a key Democratic nomination, escalating political tensions and raising questions about partisan obstruction in state governance.
Wyoming Senate Candidate Arrested in Police Incident
Republican Senate hopeful Scott Morrow faces serious charges after a physical altercation with officers during a routine traffic stop in downtown Cheyenne.
Democrat's tattoos spark Maine Senate race controversy
Graham Platner's campaign for US Senate faces unexpected controversy as his extensive tattoo collection becomes a focal point in the heated Maine election battle.
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