Skyrocketing electric bills / New Maine rights / Bangor homelessness

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Here’s what we’re talking about in Maine today.

His electric bill more than doubled. Regulators are targeting the culprit.

Glenn Byron, 80, was in disbelief when he opened his most recent electricity bill and found it was $393.28.

Maine politicians want to give you new rights

Maine lawmakers are considering new rights to privacy, bodily autonomy, health care and freedom from hunger.

Federal disaster relief team is helping Bangor combat homelessness

The team’s efforts mirror those the Federal Emergency Management Agency deploys in the wake of natural disasters.

Downtown Caribou is at risk following devastating fire

Water Street in downtown Caribou had been in decline for decades before last month’s fire.

Sangerville struggling to determine fate of historic town hall

Built in 1901, the building is a key cornerstone of Sangerville’s industrial history, but is costly and inefficient to maintain.

Portland musician Dave Gutter wins his 1st Grammy

Dave Gutter, 48, has been a fixture in the Maine music scene for more than 30 years.

Hancock County school district will reconsider restricting access to LGBTQ books

The books “Gender Queer: A Memoir” and “Queer: The Ultimate LGBTQ Guide for Teens” may be moved to the guidance counselor’s office.

A new book fictionalizes a dark moment of Maine’s history

“This Other Eden” tells the tale of an interracial couple living on Apple Island, a fictionalized Malaga Island, in the early 20th century.

John Bapst boys’ hockey team is aiming for its 1st state championship

The Crusaders have soared to the top of the B North Heal Points standings, with seven regular season games remaining.

Winterport man made a shocking catch while ice fishing

Thomas Morrison was only 20 minutes into his outing when he caught an impressive 28-inch, 5-pound Atlantic salmon.

This cross-country ski loop in western Maine is a joyful winter outing

“I love the western Maine region because there are many trails that allow public access to residents and visitors,” BDN Outdoors contributor Sarah Sindo writes.