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10/01/2026 · Aroostook County
Trump and Xi Conclude Summit Amid Unaddressed Issues
A recent summit in Washington between the leaders of the United States and China concluded. Observers note that several significant areas of discussion did not receive public acknowledgment or detailed outcomes.
Trump, Xi Meeting: Assessing Outcomes of Washington Talks
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Washington. Former NPR China correspondents offered perspectives on the visit's results.
09/28/2026
Judge Reviews White House Access for Banned Journalists
A federal judge on Wednesday considered whether to restore White House access for three media organizations. Lawyers for the White House and the outlets presented arguments regarding journalists' constitutional rights. The hearing addressed the ban imposed on the news organizations.
09/28/2026
Chinese President Xi Arrives in Washington for State Visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington Wednesday evening for his first state visit in more than ten years. Simultaneously, a federal judge heard arguments in a lawsuit concerning media access to the White House.
09/28/2026
Rent Affordability Challenges Affect More U.S. Households
New research shows a rising number of renters, including those in higher income brackets, face challenges affording housing. One in five renters reported difficulty paying rent in full and on time last year. This trend indicates broader financial pressures on U.S. households.
09/28/2026
Federal Agencies Scale Back El Niño Research Efforts
Federal agencies are not intensifying research efforts for the current El Niño to the degree seen in 2015. This decision comes as El Niño conditions develop and influence weather patterns globally. The 2015 El Niño corresponded with significant weather events, including record rainfall in South Carolina.
10/01/2026
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Route 113 Daytime Closures 8/29/2025 MAINE/NEW HAMPSHIRE - From September 8 to November 14, the Maine Department of Transportation will close Route 113 through the White Mountain National Forest to all vehicles from 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. on weekdays for a cable guardrail replacement project. The project area begins just south of the Spruce Hill Trail parking area and extends south to the Brickett Place. This project is expected to be completed by this fall. Bicyclists and pedestrians may continue to use the entirety of Route 113. Bikers and pedestrians will need to use caution when approaching a work zone and follow the flagger’s instructions. Onsite signage will be updated regularly to show which sections of Route 113 are closed to vehicles. All through traffic intending to use Route 113 should seek an alternate route between the hours of 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. Maine drivers should use Route 5 and New Hampshire drivers should use Routes 16 and 302 as an alternative route. The contractor on this project is CA Newcomb & Sons of Carmel, Maine. The contract amount is $1,412,910.00. MaineDOT will provide updates on the project as needed via our website.
Spurwink Bridge Work in Cape Elizabeth
Spurwink Bridge Work in Cape Elizabeth 8/29/2025 CAPE ELIZABETH - The Maine Department of Transportation will begin work on the Spurwink Bridge for a bridge wearing surface replacement project starting on September 2. Work is expected to be completed by the end of October 2025. The bridge and adjacent approach roadway will be reduced to one 12’ wide lane. Drivers should expect one-way alternating traffic that will be controlled with temporary traffic signals. The contractor on this project is Wyman & Simpson of Richmond, Maine. The contract amount for this project is $320,000.
Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough
Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough | Maine Department of Transportation Home Skip to top navigation Skip to side navigation Skip to content Skip to footer Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough 8/26/2025 SCARBOROUGH – The Maine Department of Transportation will be closing the Mitchell Bridge on Mitchell Hill Road at the town line between Gorham & Scarborough on September 2 for up to 45 days for a culvert replacement project. There will be signage along the detour route. The detour uses Holmes Road, Beech Ridge Road, County Road/Route 22, and Burnham Rd. The anticipated completion date for this project is October 24. The contractor on this project is T. Buck Construction, Inc. of Turner, Maine. The contract amount is $940,000.
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