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Eddington veteran gifted new roof
EDDINGTON, Maine (WABI) - Dale Harmon, a US Navy veteran, was in the market to replace his leaky roof. When he looked into getting estimates, one quote was much cheaper than the others. “I just called three different companies and got estimates, and this one called and told me they...
Bangor fireworks returning to waterfront after last year's show received harsh criticism
BANGOR -- As many in the greater Bangor area are anticipating the upcoming July Fourth celebrations, a question on many people's mind is where are the best places to view the fireworks. Last year the Greater Bangor Fourth of July Committee was forced to relocate where they launch their annual...
Full recovery expected for child flown to Maine Med
A critically ill child was flown to Maine Medical Center from Boothbay Harbor by LifeFlight June 30, according to Boothbay EMS Chief Dan Gardner. Gardner said the child is expected to make a full recovery. “This is a perfect example of several agencies (unified together) to save lives, and a...
Narraguagus Jr./Sr. High School 4th Quarter Honor Roll
Narraguagus Junior/Senior High School released their 4th Quarter 2023-24 Honor Roll on June 30th. Congratulations to all! Rest up and enjoy your summer!. High Honors: Courtney Bagley, Dakota Fahey, Emma Fraser, Kaitlyn Lee, Chloe Look, Cheyenna (Caelum) Merchant, Logan Norton, Kiley Robinson, Jasmin Schoppee, Nyah Smith, Victoria Tucker, Paige Willey.
A memorial traveling across the country honoring Vietnam veterans lands in Guilford
WATERVILLE/GUILFORD -- Around 100 veterans and supporters alike fell in line and rode together to escort the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall from Waterville to Guilford. "This has made my day, made my day," said Paul Zimmerman, Owner of the Red Maple Inn who led the coordinating efforts for the event since January. "I had a lot of people behind me."
Scarborough, Maine, Restaurant Closes Permanently Months After Opening
For those that drive down Payne Road in Scarborough towards the Maine Mall, it's one of the most recognizable shops along the strip, standing out amongst big box stores and sprawling hotels. That would be Fresco Del Forno (formerly Pizza Plus), an Italian eatery that featured everything from pizza to...
Toddler suffers gunshot wound in left hand, Sanford police say
SANFORD, Maine — A toddler is being treated after police say he suffered a gunshot injury to his hand during an incident Tuesday afternoon at a home in Sanford. Emergency officials were notified shortly before 4:30 p.m. about possible gunshots heard on Shaw Road, the Sanford Police Department said in a news release.
South Portland leaders deny proposal to turn school building into transitional housing
PORTLAND (WGME) -- The South Portland city council effectively rejected a proposal to turn the old Mahoney Middle School building into transitional housing for asylum seekers. The school has been vacant for more than a year, since students moved out last June. Since it's closed, the city has been debating a permanent use for the building.
Bangor Readies For This Year’s ‘Sidewalk Art Festival’
Downtown Bangor will host over a hundred different artisans this weekend, as. Downtown Bangor Partnership its annual Sidewalk Art Festival sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank takes place. Saturday, July 6th, the city will come alive with demonstrations of different art styles, music, food, and performances all afternoon. Executive Director of...
Westbrook man to serve 2 years in prison for crashing car into 4 Maine State Troopers
HOLLIS (WGME) -- A Westbrook man will spend two years in prison for crashing his car into four Maine State Troopers last August in Hollis. The four troopers were in a driveway off Route 202, conducting an investigation, when they were hit. Under the plea agreement, Tyler Croston pleaded guilty...
Searsport couple pours themselves into town’s first brewery
SEARSPORT, Maine (WABI) - There’s something new brewing in Searsport. “This has been probably about 15 years in the making,” said Rob Martell, co-owner, Maineport Brewing Company. Good things take time. It’s true for brewing beer and sometimes, business. Rob Martell knows about both. “It’s been a...
Houlton tribe to create space for teens with $1.2 million state grant
HOULTON, Maine – A $1.2 million state grant will help fund a digitally equipped space for teens at the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians Boys and Girls Club in Houlton. One of 12 organizations to receive a Maine Connectivity Authority Connectivity Hub grant on Monday, the Boys and Girls Club’s renovation initiative expands the existing 3,278 square foot facility to include a space tailored to teen needs, said Jon Solomon, chief executive officer of Boys and Girls Clubs of Border Towns.
Portland braces for dog days of summer with hotter and slightly wet July forecast
PORTLAND (WGME) --It's almost time for the dog days of summer, which run from July 3 to August 11. July is projected to be warmer and slightly wetter than normal after a dry June. Let's go back to June and recap the weather statistics from the month. In June, a...
Apple pie baking contest kicks off Limestone’s Fourth of July events
LIMESTONE, Maine (WAGM) - More than half a dozen competitors came out to have their pies judged at the Limestone apple pie contest this year. All of the pies in the competition had to be made from scratch. The contest is in its thirteenth year running, and the pies were judged in three divisions- men, women, and youth.
This week at the Harbor Theater
“Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1” - (R; 3 hours, 1 minute) - Part one of Kevin Costner’s zealous, multi-character Western epic, explores the lure of the Old West and how it was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning the four years of the Civil War, from 1861 to 1865, this ambitious cinematic adventure takes audiences on an emotional journey across a country at war with itself, experienced through the lens of families, friends and foes all attempting to discover what it truly means to be the United States of America. Screens at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, Friday, July 5, Saturday, July 6, Monday, July 8, Tuesday, July 9 and Thursday, July 11; shows on Wednesday, July 3 and 10 at 2 p.m. (OCAP) & 7 p.m.; and Sunday, July 7 at 2 p.m.
Local food truck giving back before closing their doors
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - A Waterville food truck is closing for the season, but not before they can give back to the community. Due to family issues, Kone Zone will close for the year on Friday. On that last day, they have decided to give their entire profit to the...
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