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Vandalism incident at Scarborough beach leads to investigation
SCARBOROUGH, Maine — Police in Scarborough along with the Maine Warden Service are investigating a vandalism incident at Higgins Beach that took place last week. The Scarborough Police Department said in a statement on social media that on July 17, signs were pulled out of the ground and damaged, and fencing that marked endangered shorebird areas was removed. Evidence of campfires on the beach was also discovered, police said.
Biddeford man pleads guilty to assault charge from Jan. 6 Capitol riot
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A Maine man who swung a pole at police during the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot has pleaded guilty. Forty-five-year-old Christopher Maurer, who is from Biddeford, pleaded guilty Tuesday to assault with a deadly weapon. Maurer was in the area of some of the most violent attacks...
Northern Lights Possible Over Maine, New Hampshire, & New York This Week
For those who love to view celestial phenomena, 2024 has been a great year. In addition to the eclipse, the comet, and the annual meteor showers, we have also had increased Aurora Borealis activity. There have already been several opportunities (one in March and one in April) to see the...
Come Face-To-Face With Your Food At Maine Open Farm Day This Sunday
It began back in 1989 as a way to raise awareness of the importance of what Maine farmers were doing on land across the state. 35 years later, it's still going strong. Maine "Open Farm Day" is always held on the 4th Sunday in July, according to the state's website.
3 Army Reserve officers disciplined after reservist killed 18 people in Maine
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Three Army Reserve officers were disciplined for dereliction of duty following a rampage in which a reservist killed 18 people in Maine, according to an Army report that cited communication failures within the chain of command and between military and civilian hospitals, among other shortcomings. The report released Tuesday unearthed “a series of failures by unit leadership,” said Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, chief of the Army Reserves, and administrative actions taken against the officers could prevent their further military advancement. The officers weren’t identified. Survivors and victims’ family members have been critical over missed opportunities to prevent the October 2023 attack. Family members and fellow reservists noticed the gunman exhibiting delusional and paranoid behavior months earlier. “My heart and soul goes out to all those families, the folks that were witnesses to what happened,” Daniels told reporters. “We’re doing the best that we can in terms of understanding what did transpire, then make changes for the future.”
New Study Says Most People in Maine Sleep Like Garbage
There are so many delightful sounds and smells throughout the state of Maine, whether you're by the water and can hear the crashing of the waves, or further inland with crickets playing a symphony every night. There's the salty air or the scent of flower meadows all around the state.
Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts Residents Warned About Microsoft Outage-Related Scam
Most of us were pretty shocked when we woke up on Friday morning to the news that a widespread Microsoft outage was causing problems worldwide. Millions of us had to deal with issues involving the use of our bank cards, airline flights, and our Windows laptops. While most of the...
State will decide on Juniper Ridge public benefit by August
OLD TOWN, Maine — The Maine Department of Environmental Protection will decide by August 23 whether a proposed expansion of the state’s largest landfill would provide a substantial benefit to the public, a required step before the landfill’s manager, the state’s Bureau of General Services, can apply to increase the capacity of the facility.
Maine State Police reminds drivers of 'slow down, move over' law after three cruisers are hit
MAINE, USA — In just two days, three Maine State Police troopers saw their cruisers hit in separate incidents. Two of them involved drivers not moving over for stopped emergency vehicles, which is a law. "The 'move over' law is to protect law enforcement, rescue, tow truck drivers, fire...
Tribes in Maine and New Hampshire celebrate heritage at annual powwow
WELLS, Maine — Native tribes in Maine and New Hampshire gathered Sunday in Wells for a celebration of their heritage. It was the New Hampshire Intertribal Native American Council's 20th annual powwow. Traditionally, powwow were held by Native tribes after the winter season ended, to feast and celebrate surviving the cold weather.
Humpback whale spotted in river along Maine, New Hampshire border
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A humpback whale in a river along the Maine and New Hampshire border is attracting a lot of attention. It was spotted earlier this month and again this weekend. The whale was caught on camera Sunday afternoon around the Portsmouth harbor. Jedidiah Bracy says they just stumbled...
Should recent shark sightings have Mainers on edge?
SCARBOROUGH, Maine — Over the past week, several Maine beaches have reported shark sightings and some residents are concerned about what this may mean for spending time in the water. The sightings prompted the Scarborough Police Department to make a statement to keep the public informed. Sharks have always...
Mainer launches app guide for Acadia National Park, local attractions
GOULDSBORO, Maine — A campground owner outside of Acadia National Park just launched an app to help visitors navigate the park, plan activities, and stay safe. The "Acadia Nat’l Park" app features hiking trails, attractions, activities, and dining options in and around the park. The app was created...
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