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New public access waterfront landing opens in Portland
PORTLAND, Maine — The city of Portland completed a project this summer that's been years in the making. A new public access waterfront landing is now open in Amethyst Park. The 300-foot Mavodones Landing is named after one of the city's longest-serving council members, Nicholas Mavodones Jr., who also has a deep connection to Portland's waterfront.
Pan Storm concert in Dover-Foxcroft on Saturday
DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Maine Highlands Council for the Arts is delighted to announce a concert of Panstorm at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3 at the pavilion at the Thompson Free Library, 186 East Main Street. Panstorm is a community steel band based in Bangor. They played to a...
Thornton Academy names new director of student support
Melissa Camire has joined Thornton Academy in Saco as the school’s director of student support. In this role, Camire oversees special education programs that support students with a disability to ensure their academic success, according to a press release from the school. Camire previously worked at Child Development Services,...
Planners OK water district shoreland zoning permit in 15 minutes
Vassalboro Planning Board members needed only a quarter-hour-long July 23 meeting to approve the Kennebec Water District’s application for a shoreland zoning permit on Outlet Stream near the KWD plant on Route 32. KWD General Manager Roger Crouse and Water Quality Manager Robbie Bickford had presented the plan to...
Vassalboro first responders receive $17,500 grant from blue ribbon commission
Money was a major theme at the July 25 Vassalboro select board meeting, and for once, some was coming in instead of going out. Vassalboro First Responders Chief Dan Mayotte was the first person with good news (and a request): the First Responders recently received a $17,300 grant, part of the recommendations from the Blue Ribbon Commission the Maine legislature created in 2023.
Penobscot County driver seen on blown tires and 3 children hospitalized after crash
A Burlington woman and three children were hospitalized on Tuesday after a rollover crash in the Penobscot County town. Police were called at 5:48 p.m. to a single-vehicle crash on […]
A Maine geologist heads to the end of the earth to for a glimpse into the past and future
ORONO, Maine — When Maraina Miles spent a month doing geological research in a remote, rugged landscape in the far southern tip of Chile, it was no vacation. For starters, she and the team of about ten researchers she was part of had sunshine for only a couple of days.
Austin Theriault launches Veterans for Austin coalition in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The Republican candidate for Maine’s Second Congressional District, Austin Theriault, announced Wednesday the launch of Veterans for Austin. Theriault was joined in Bangor by veterans and coalition co-chair Lance Harvell. Harvell is a veteran and a former state senator. The veterans talked about current issues...
Robbery suspect nabbed after Biddeford hit and run
SOUTH PORTLAND — Following up on a July 29 robbery incident, the South Portland Police Department announced today the arrest of 18-year-old Davyn Flynn. Flynn was apprehended in Biddeford just before noon after Biddeford Police responded to a hit and run involving a stolen vehicle from Scarborough earlier in the day.
Soar with Family Fun at the the Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival
Get ready for the Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival at Simard Payne Park, Lewiston, August 16-18. After much confusion and discussion about the annual Great Falls Balloon Festival being put on hiatus this summer, the Twin Cities will still be planning an unforgettable weekend of soaring excitement and family fun. • Balloon...
August Rowing on Megunticook Lake!
Don’t miss the final weeks of coaching on gorgeous Megunticook Lake. All levels of instruction are offered from August 1-August 23rd. Ages 12 years old and up can experience this terrific sport. Learn-to-Row, Novice and Intermediate instruction is all available. Parents, it’s not too soon to start thinking about...
Unique Hawai’ian public supper at Vassalboro Methodist Church
The Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC) monthly public supper is taking a twist on Saturday, August 17, from their traditional menu. One of the organizers, Simone Antworth said, “We had been thinking for some time about offering pulled pork as an alternative and when we realized that Hawai’i is celebrating 65 years of statehood in August we decided to honor Hawai’i by offering some of their traditional foods this time.” We will be serving our usual baked beans in addition to some made like they do in Hawaii as well as pulled pork, shrimp dishes, breads, salads and desserts all cooked with a tropical flair. “The Hawai’ians love Spam so we might sneak in a dish using that – and there will be pineapple dishes, of course! There will be surprises too,” said Antworth with a smile. “Guests will have to find out about those when they get there.” The supper will take place 4:30 – 6, unless food runs out before, for a $10 suggested donation per person. So join VUMC on August 17 for a great meal, and a fun-filled Hawai’ian luau celebration.
Midcoast Humane sees increase in owner surrenders
BRUNSWICK (WGME) -- One of the biggest hurdles Maine shelters are seeing this year is an influx of more animals coming into the shelter than in the past. Midcoast Humane in Brunswick says it currently has more animals than it has had all year. “Last month, we took in more...
Condo development in downtown Sanford part of city revitalization plans
SANFORD, Maine — A new housing development in Sanford is one part of the city's revitalization plans. The project includes eight modern condo units and one single-family unit, located along Bodwell Street in downtown Sanford. Sanford City Manager Steven Buck says housing developments like this are critical to breathing...
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