The Bangor Daily News has been serving the people of Maine for well over one hundred years. Now in its fourth generation of ownership, the Bangor Daily News is one of a few remaining privately owned newspapers in the country.

Established in 1889, the Bangor Daily News was purchased by J. Norman Towle in 1895. Subsequent family members serving as publisher include Fred Jordan, Lillis Towle Jordan, Richard K. Warren and, today’s editor and publisher, Richard J. Warren ~ the great-grandson of J. Norman Towle.

Over its long history, the newspaper has grown from a business that once used hot lead and linotype machines, to a day of modern technology where flexography presses produce a clean and crisp printed product, showcasing timely editorial, compelling photography and superior graphics, and important marketing messages from area businesses. The printed product also is made available to the general public via the NEWS’ website, www.bangordailynews.com [1], established in 1997.