Beyoncé releases new single ‘Break My Soul’

Beyoncé dropped “Break My Soul,” the first single from her forthcoming seventh solo studio album “Renaissance,” at midnight ET, via Tidal and a lyric video on YouTube. The singer had announced news of the song drop on social media Monday morning, posting on each platform with the caption “6. BREAK MY SOUL. out now.”  ‘Break …

NYC taxi jumps curb in Flatiron district injuring 6 people, 3 critically

Authorities said on Monday that a New York City taxi driver collided with a bicyclist, veering onto the sidewalk and striking pedestrians in the city’s Flatiron district. The incident happened near the intersection of Broadway and 29th St., about four blocks south of the Empire State Building, at about 1 p.m. ET.  Six people, including …

Suspect still at large in D.C. mass shooting that injured 3, killed one 15-year-old boy

A suspect is still at large after a mass shooting broke out in Washington, D.C. over the weekend, killing a 15-year-old boy and injuring 3 others. Officials say that the Sunday night shooting took place during a festival called “Moechella,” which was celebrating Juneteenth. Metropolitan Police Chief Robert Contee said that the 15-year-old boy – …

Zac Efron to star in A24’s film ‘The Iron Claw’ based on pro wrestling’s Von Erich family

Zac Efron will star in “The Iron Claw” for A24, with Sean Durkin writing and directing. Based on a true story, “The Iron Claw” follows the rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day. The title of …

The late Paul Walker, Uma Thurman, Mindy Kaling and more among those to be honored with stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2023

The Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2023 has been revealed, and the list of inductees includes Uma Thurman, Vince Vaughn, Mindy Kaling, Jonas Brothers, Lenny Kravitz and many more. A total of 24 entertainers will be recognized throughout the upcoming year. The news was revealed in a statement (here) announcing the 2023 honorees. The …

Maine in Top 15 of Most Patriotic States

A new survey shows, what we already know… Maine is one of the most patriotic states in America. The personal finance website WalletHub has released its report on 2022’s Most Patriotic States in America, as well as accompanying videos and expert commentary. To determine where Americans have the most red, white and blue pride, WalletHub …

Maine Man Drowns in East Outlet of Moosehead Lake

Truc Huynh, 40, of Portland drowned yesterday afternoon, June 19, in the east outlet of the Kennebec River. He was fishing with a friend on the East Outlet which flows out of Moosehead Lake. The pair were in a fishing raft and around noontime decided to move to a new location to fish on the …

Hit and Run Death at Acadia National Park

The Maine State Police are investigating the hit and run death of 35-year-old Nicole Mokeme of South Portland that occurred in Acadia National Park on the campus of the Schoodic Education and Research Center sometime between Saturday night, June 18, and the early hours of Sunday morning, June 19. Officials do not believe there is …

Pay it Forward Monday: Penny’s Barber Shop

Penny’s Barber Shop Let us start your work week off right, with a few smiles and some treats, all thanks to Gardiner Federal Credit Union. Nominate an office or business and we just may see you for the next PAY IT FORWARD MONDAY! Where Should We Go for Pay it Forward Monday? *Business Address *Business …

2 killed and 10 rescued after boat collision near Key Biscayne, Florida

Two people were killed, and 10 others rescued, after two boats collided near Key Biscayne, Fla.  The U.S. Coast Guard said that all 10 survivors were rescued by small boat crews and a helicopter aircrew dispatched by Coast Guard units in Miami. The accident was initially reported to the Coast Guard by one of the …