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Farrin campaign kicks off with Reny July 30
Please join Wayne Farrin and State Sen. Cameron Reny on Tuesday, July 30 as Farrin kicks off his campaign for state representative in the November election. Reny and Farrin are committed to representing their communities of Alna, Jefferson, Whitefield and Wiscasset in Augusta. Farrin’s campaign kickoff is Tuesday, July 30...
Maine Neighbor Charges Parking Fee for Guests at Neighborhood Wedding
We all seem to have that one neighbor, or at least it seems like we do. A neighbor that we just have some unknown friction with due to conflicting personalities, different views, or simply just not understanding each other. But ideally, we keep the peace because, well, no one wants to turn what is hopefully a home full of peace into absolute chaos.
Optima Dermatology to open new location in York: Here are the details
The practice will be Optima’s second in Maine and fifth in New England, with three existing practices located throughout New Hampshire. Optima’s York practice at 10 Market Place Drive will be led by Joan Sisto, Virginia Barton and Jacqueline Watts. Sisto has been serving patients in southern Maine...
Head of Federal Reserve in Boston Visits Millinocket
MILLINOCKET, Maine (WABI) - Millinocket had some special visitors from Boston on Thursday. Susan Collins of the Federal Reserve Bank in Boston made the trek to what is known as Maine’s Biggest Small Town. “New England is the Boston Fed’s district and region, and I am here to learn...
3 Arrested in Millinocket warrant investigation
MILLINOCKET -- Three individuals have been arrested in East Millinocket following a warrant investigation. At about 5:30 pm on Tuesday, east Millinocket officers observed 47-year-old Lisa Lamson in the driveway of a residence on Granite Street in Millinocket. Lamson had an active warrant for her arrest. Officers learned Lamson was...
New publisher appointed to Down East magazine, effective immediately
Lawrence Hollins has been appointed as the new publisher of Down East magazine, effective immediately. “This appointment marks a significant step forward for the magazine, promising continued excellence and innovation in serving our readers and customers,” said Down East, in a July 10, 2024 news release. “Lawrence joined Down East in 2007 as a member of the advertising staff and quickly demonstrated exceptional leadership, resulting in his promotion to advertising director. His ascent continued as he took on the role of director of business development in 2019. Shortly thereafter, he was appointed associate publisher, a position he has filled admirably.”
Storms Possible Through Early Evening. Humidity Finally Breaking!
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - An upper-level disturbance will move from across the region this evening ahead of a cold front. Showers and storms continue to move east across the region and are quickly weakening. The threat of severe weather has come to an end. Another round of showers and isolated...
The Bangor Symphony Orchestra Set To Take Us To A Galaxy Far Far Away…
Music makes most things better, in my experience, especially when it comes to films. The right score can take an ordinary movie and launch it out of this world. Take composer John Williams, for instance. He has created music for some of the most iconic movies in the world, and in doing so, helped burn them into the consciousness of anyone who's ever seen them.
Maine funeral home owner accused of violating consent agreement, license suspended immediately, board says
LINCOLN, Maine (WABI) - A former funeral home owner in the Katahdin region who has been part of an ongoing theft investigation is now being accused of violating the terms of a consent agreement made with the Maine Board of Funeral Services. The Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Professional...
Maine bank donates $50k to local hospital in memory of late Bangor City Councilor Sarah Dubay
BANGOR -- From harvesting vegetables to birdwatching and so much more, Northern Light Acadia Hospital's therapeutic garden is a highlight of its pediatric program. In memory of former Bangor city councilor and First National Bank employee Sarah Dubay, First National Bank donated $50 thousand towards the garden. Members of both...
Everything You Need to Know About Maine’s New ‘Blue Envelope Program’
The Augusta Police Department announced something new that pulled me in. The Blue Envelope Program is a new program geared towards having a better level of interaction between officers and folks with disabilities or special needs, including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and even anxiety and depression. The program was created by the Down Syndrome Advocacy Project of Maine.
Matching grant helps restore historic building
HOLDEN--The historic Holden Town Hall building is getting a much needed upgrade. The two-story building, located on the Main Road in Holden, was built back in the 1870s when bathrooms were not indoors. Now, thanks to a $25,000 matching grant from the Lawrence Family Foundation, a bathroom is finally being added to the historic building and the first floor is also getting insulated.
Maine delegate speaks on convention tone shift after Trump assassination attempt
Wednesday night is night three of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, with newly selected Vice-Presidential nominee J.D. Vance the keynote speaker on Wednesday. Maine has 20 delegates at the convention, including Stavros Mendros, a former state lawmaker from the Lewiston area. Mendros is in Milwaukee with his 17-year-old daughter,...
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