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Former Biddeford man changes plea to guilty in Jan. 6 case
WASHINGTON — Another Mainer has pleaded guilty to his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021 riots on the U.S. Capitol grounds. Christopher Maurer, 45 now has a sentencing date of Nov. 6 after changing his plea from not guilty to guilty Tuesday in a Washington, D.C. federal court. The...
UNE Students Gain New Perspectives in Health Care in Collaboration with Maine Department of Corrections
The Maine Correctional Center in Windham, Maine, doesn’t currently offer physical therapy in-house to its residents. But when Jacqueline Keller took a rare, behind-the-scenes tour of the facility with 30 other health care students from the University of New England last week, Keller asked if she could bring physical therapy to the residents, who are currently sent outside the center to receive physical therapy.
Cloudy skies, drizzle expected Wednesday, sunny weekend ahead in Maine
PORTLAND (WGME) --Low clouds and fog will be stubborn on Wednesday. Highs will linger in the low 70s. Expect a cooler feel on the coastline in the upper 60s. Winds will be calm around 5 mph out of the east. There is chance for some drizzle throughout the day on...
Flood threat winds down in Maine
PORTLAND, Maine — Heavy rain was causing a lot of problems in southern areas of Maine, especially the greater Portland area, Tuesday morning. Flooding and ponding on roads was expected and occurring. Just before 8 a.m., the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for parts of Cumberland...
Brewer Police Arrest 1 in Raid, Seize 45+ Grams of Illegal Drugs
Brewer Police expect more charges in connection with a drug raid on Chamberlain Street Monday. Neighbors noticed a large police presence around an apartment house located at 20 Chamberlain Street on Monday morning. Brewer Police were at the address to execute a search warrant in connection with an ongoing investigation.
Native tribes in Maine and New Hampshire celebrate heritage with 20th annual Pow Wow
WELLS, Maine — Native tribes from Maine and New Hampshire gather in Wells on Sunday for a celebration of their heritage. It was the New Hampshire Intertribal Native American Council's 20th annual Pow Wow. Traditionally, Pow Wows were held by Native tribes after the winter season ended, to feast and celebrate surviving the cold weather.
Gray-New Gloucester represents Maine at Junior League All Star regionals
GRAY-NEW GLOUCESTER (WGME) -- Last summer, the Gray-New Gloucester Little League All-Star Team advanced all the way to Williamsport, Pennsylvania and the Little League World Series. This summer, several members from that same team are playing for the Maine Junior League All Stars. The Gray-New Gloucester team is out in...
New Restaurant To Open On Main Street In Bangor Friday
Adding some new life to the very first spot along Main Street there's a new business set to open in Bangor this Friday night. According to their brand new social media page, The Key Room is ready to offer Bangor an opportunity for some good food and tasty drinks. "The...
Leading with Heart: York Hospital nears fundraising goal for new cardiac lab
YORK, Maine — York Hospital has raised $4.9 million toward its $6.4 million goal for the Petrovich Peterson Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. "The 'Leading with Heart' campaign is crucial for ensuring our community has access to the best cardiac care possible," said York Hospital President Dr. Patrick Taylor. "We are calling on our community, partners, and supporters to join us in this transformative journey to better serve our patients – and save lives."
UNE faculty, students volunteer at annual youth bike camp for children with disabilities
A group of students and faculty from the University of New England’s Westbrook College of Health Professions (WCHP) recently volunteered at a service-learning camp to provide bicycling training to local children with disabilities. UNE’s Elizabeth Cyr, PT, D.P.T., D.H.Sc., assistant clinical professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and...
Officials say thousands of needles were picked up at former Sanford homeless encampment
SANFORD (WGME) -- Officials in Sanford believe about 14,000 needles were picked up at the site of a former homeless encampment. The dozens of people living there were told to leave in mid-June. “There were three 20-gallon medical sharp containers full that were removed,” Sanford City Manager Steven Buck said....
UMaine to propel aquaculture innovation and workforce with new facility
UMaine to propel aquaculture innovation and workforce with new facility. Development, design and engineering of the University of Maine’s Sustainable Aquaculture Workforce Innovation Center (SAWIC) will proceed this fall. SAWIC will advance aquaculture talent development and innovation for Maine and beyond. The University of Maine System (UMS) Board of...
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