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If You See Mainers Feeding Bread to Geese, Stop Them Immediately
This is a tough pill to swallow, considering feeding cute geese and ducks at the local pond was one of my happiest childhood memories. I think the thought of feeding bread to geese subconsciously comes to our brains the same way feeding a dog a bone would, but as it turns out, it's actually pretty damaging to them.
The Number of Superstars Who Have Performed at Maine’s Fryeburg Fair Will Shock You
These days, Maine has been blessed with more than a few world-class music venues, like the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, Aura in Portland, the Cross Insurance Arena, and Bowl in the Pines Amphitheater in Sidney. That was not always the case, though. At one time, it was Maine’s agricultural...
Who Needs Shark Week When Maine Has ‘Lobsteroids’
What if gigantic lobsters took over Maine? It's not very pretty but it made a hilarious movie. Lobsteroids is a cult classic. The movie basically combined Maine lobsters, Maine Rock and Roll bands, and Maine Steroids into one silly movie mess. You see, the steroid-injected lobsters, driven by the noise and frequency of Rock and Roll, try and take over Portland. Hilarity and carnage ensue.
Portland City Council approves funding for affordable housing project, stalls vote on another
PORTLAND, Maine — Plans for an affordable housing development that would bring dozens of new rental units to Portland’s Woodfords Corner neighborhood will move forward after the City Council voted on key funding for the plan Monday night. $942,000 in affordable housing trust funds will go towards two...
Westbrook residents to vote on revised school budget after rejection
WESTBROOK (WGME) – Voters in Westbrook will decide on Tuesday whether to green light the latest school budget proposal. It comes after the school committee approved a new $51 million plan, shaving $700,000 off the initial proposal rejected by voters last month. The latest plan, which includes cutting multiple...
Feels like 100° this afternoon
Another hot and humid day today with feels like temperatures reaching 95-100 degrees during the afternoon and evening. Mostly sunny to partly sunny skies are expected and there is a small chance for an isolated shower or thunderstorm, mainly during the morning hours. The high heat gradually eases as the...
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.
Woof: Scarborough Beach Has a New Lifeguard in Maine, and He’s Super Fluffy
If you've ever been to Scarborough Beach in Maine, then you know one of the first things you see when you get there is the sign letting you know when dogs are allowed on the beach. Doggos love the beach just as much as we do, and little fluffy Bell is continuing to prove that!
Portland City Council passes one affordable housing project, delays a second
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A pair of new projects could bring more than 130 new apartments to Portland. Monday, the council heard pitches from two developers. Councilors voted to move forward on an 80-unit project, but a second plan will now have to wait for another vote. “Right now, in this...
Serious crash on Route 113 in Baldwin leaves two injured, road closed for over 3 hours
BALDWIN — A violent collision between a car and a motorcycle on Route #113, also known as Pequawket Trail, in Baldwin left two people seriously injured early Saturday morning, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office reported. The crash occurred at 8:31 a.m. when Yousif K. Abbas, an 18-year-old driver...
Portland, Maine, is a small city with big appeal for baseball fans
PORTLAND, Maine — ThePortland Sea Dogs are a Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox based in Portland, Maine. The team plays at Hadlock Field. From cheers in the stands to "cheers" for the cuisine in Portland, the small city is perhaps one of the "foodiest" cities in America. Papi is a Puerto Rican restaurant and bar located in the heart of Portland’s bustling Old Port district.
3 Northern New England Cities Rank Top 10 Least-Stressed in the US
Stress. We all have it, but the past few years have really ramped it up. From a pandemic to inflation, natural disasters, and crime rates, it's been a wild ride. But there's some good news to come out of our corner of the country. Two of our local gems, Nashua, New Hampshire, and Portland, Maine, are living the good life, and just ranked in the top 10 least-stressed cities in the US.
Share your thoughts: Age-Friendly New Gloucester Community Survey
New Gloucester has joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. How can the town help make New Gloucester a lifelong home – a healthy and safe setting where we can all live, work, play and age?. Please share your thoughts in the New Gloucester Age-Friendly Community Survey.
Bush Family Classic raises $440,000 for Gary's House
An annual event last month raised a record breaking $440,000 for a Northern Light Mercy Hospital program that helps families with loved ones fighting critical illnesses. The Bush Family Classic is a two-day event that raises money for Gary's House, a place in Portland for families to stay at little or no costs while a relative gets care at Mercy Hospital.
Westbrook voters head to the polls to vote on school budget for second time
WESTBROOK, Maine — Westbrook voters are considering a new school budget for the Fiscal Year 2025. Polls opened at 6 a.m. at the Community Center. "We are scheduled for about 3,000 voters," Ellis Ledoux, Deputy City Clerk and Elections Administrator for Westbrook, said. The new budget is $51 million...
Maine communities open cooling centers as hot and humid conditions continue
More near-record breaking heat and humidity are expected in Maine on Tuesday and Wednesday before the heat wave comes to an end on Thursday.. Tuesday will be hot and humid once again, with plenty of sun expected. Highs will be in the low to mid-90s, feeling close to 100 with a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m.
Maine motorcyclist killed in Limerick crash
LIMERICK (WGME) -- Police say a Maine motorcyclist is dead after crashing into a guardrail in Limerick. Maine State Police say they responded to Rt. 5 around 1:40 p.m. on Saturday for a report of a fatal motorcycle crash. Troopers say 30-year-old Christopher Mannion of Scarborough was operating a Honda...
Lobster rolls and beer are a piece of summer heaven in Portland, Maine
PORTLAND, Maine — No trip to Portland is complete without a stop for lobster and beer, and both are celebrated and served up in style atHighroller Lobster Co. Childhood friends Baxter Key and Andy Gerry started selling lobster rolls out of a hot dog cart in 2015. They teamed up with Peter Bissell of Bissell Brothers Brewery to open this restaurant three years later.
Warm and muggy overnight, high heat again Tuesday
Another hot and humid day is expected Tuesday with feels like temperatures reaching 95-100 degrees during the afternoon and evening. Mostly sunny to partly sunny skies are expected and there is a small chance for an isolated shower or thunderstorm, mainly during the morning hours. The high heat gradually eases...
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