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New Sharon Man’s Car Was Found But He’s Been Missing Since Monday
Maine Wardens are looking for a 75-year-old man who's been missing since Monday and is now without his car. Officials Have Released a Picture and Description of the Missing Man. Michael Altmaier, 75, of New Sharon is 5'11" tall, approximately 220 pounds, and has sparse gray hair. His Car Was...
In Maine, Can You Get in Trouble for Defacing a Political Sign?
I literally hate everything about politics. I understand it's a necessary evil in this country, and I won't jump on a soapbox about it. It is what it is. Truthfully though, I typically describe myself as a political atheist, so to speak. So when it comes to something like political signs that pop up every time there's an election, I try to just look straight forward and ignore them.
17-Year-Old Died and Moose Killed after Crash in Maine
A 17-year-old died and a moose was killed early Tuesday morning after a crash in the area of 789 Poplar Street in T3 Indian Purchase. The Maine State Police said Landon Gardner of Millinocket was found deceased when Troopers arrived on the scene. Moose Found Dead in the Road. “A...
Mama Raccoon Brings Babies To Meet Maine Chef
Most people in the area probably recognize Chef Brian Ross from his work in kitchens across Eastern Maine. Having worked in the food business since he was in High School, Ross then went on to Culinary School and has worked in many different positions in the food and beverage industry, most recently lending his talents to the Christine B. Foundation.
33-year-old Suspect Arrested after Man Shot and Injured in Maine
A 33-year-old man was arrested after a 60-year-old man was shot and injured in Wiscasset. Police said officers found a Brunswick man in a yard with a gunshot wound to his leg after reports of the victim yelling for help. Witnesses Reportedly Left the Scene. Several people left the scene...
The 20 Best Spots In Maine To Celebrate ‘National French Fry Day’
It goes without saying that you can’t have a sandwich or a burger, without a side of fries. Some people like them plain, some people like to drown them in ketchup (me), some people use ranch dressing, some people dip them in chocolate milkshakes. Whatever your fetish or preference...
Walmart Making This Bold Move to Get More Stuff on Store Shelves
Walmart wants to fill up its store shelves more quickly, and it is about to make a huge investment to do so. Walmart has been in sort of a transitional period as it moves to modernize its stores. The process started late last year when the retail chain began making...
Maine Will Be Affected by Latest Change From the USPS
Mainers rely heavily on the United States Postal Service. It’s a vital and necessary resource. However, we’ll be affected by this latest shift. Yes, we really mean what we said about the United States Postal Service: it's important to our everyday lives here in Maine. Folks may not think about it, but seriously, it's a lot like oxygen—it's just always there, and you don't need to think about it.
Maine Ranks as One of the Safest States to Live, but Not #1
It should come as no surprise that our Pine Tree State regularly ranks as one of the safest states in the country, but this year, we’re not at the top. We’ve all seen it before; every year, a new list gets published touting the safest states in America, and Maine consistently ranks at or near the top. It's the same song and dance.
Is this the Most Useless Traffic Light in Bangor, Maine?
Sometimes things just don't make sense until later. You live anywhere long enough, and you start to see changes that have happened over the years, you're often left wondering how these things came about. For instance, when I was a kid, the entire area where the Maine Savings Amphitheater looked entirely different. Dana's Grill was where the bank is, as was a Mack truck dealership.
Should Maine Be Concerned Over the Increased 2024 Hurricane Predictions?
Weather experts at Colorado State University have upped their predictions of hurricanes for the 2024 season. I know what you're thinking. Colorado ... for hurricanes? Really?. But yes, they do predict weather for their neighbors thousands of miles away on the Atlantic Coast. Their annual average for the past 30 years of named, tropical storms is roughly 14. This year, however, CSU has increased their predictions of named storms to 25, with 12 being hurricanes and 6 being major hurricanes - like Beryl.
Sweet Cheeks Bakery Adding a 2nd 24-Hour Location in Holden, Maine
In my opinion, there will never be enough bakeries in the world. Bonus if you make donuts... But it's true. I don't believe there will ever be a world where there's going to be too many places to treat yourself. Not to mention, we live in a state with legal cannabis. So yeah... There are more reasons than I can even think of, to just bring us Mainers more sweet opportunities.
Party Like It’s 1861 At Fort Knox, Maine
This Saturday, July 13th, and Saturday, July 20th, Fort Knox in Maine is giving us the opportunity to experience what life was like at the fort in the 1860s during the Civil War. This immersive event will give us a feel of what daily life was like while the country...
Celebrate Shark Week ‘Maine Style’ With 10 That Can Be Found Here
Shark Week is an annual, weeklong party on the Discovery Channel, that originally premiered in 1988, and has since become a phenomenon all over the world. Featured each year in July or early August, it was originally baed around conservation efforts and correcting misconceptions about sharks, but now it has become a huge hit.
Police Investigating Death of 1-Year-Old Child in Maine
Police are investigating the death of a 1-year-old child Wednesday morning in Vinalhaven. Police Investigating Death of 1-Year-Old Child in Maine. The Maine State Police said the child was found unresponsive on July 10, according to the Courier-Gazette. First Responders Reported to the Scene. Vinalhaven Emergency Medical Services and the...
Grandson Arrested after Stabbing Grandfather in the Neck in Maine
A 91-year-old grandfather was stabbed in the neck Tuesday by his 34-year-old grandson who fled the scene in Limington and was later arrested and charged with attempted murder. The incident happened around 9:10 am at the home of Ronald McCarthy on July Street. 91-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured with Neck Wound.
Every State Where They’ve Made it Illegal to Have a Drink During Happy Hour
It may be "five o'clock somewhere," but that doesn't mean that it is happy hour everywhere. The concept of "happy hour," a period after typical work hours when discounts are offered to bar and restaurant patrons, is a bit of an American institution. You had a hard day of work and you now deserve a cold one and a plate of nachos.
The Salary That a Family in Maine Needs for Basic Survival
According to a recent report, this is the amount of money that an average Maine family in 2024 needs to ‘get by,’ and it’s a bummer. Listen, this is a classic case of 'don’t shoot the messenger,' because it bums us out too. We hate how everything is much more expensive nowadays, and it feels like there’s nothing we can do about it.
Popular Restaurant Chain Announces Opening in New England
It’s never a bad thing to have more food options available, and this popular chain is making its way to New England. Who doesn’t love when new places open up? It’s exciting to experience all the stages—the anticipation, the rollout, and the aftermath—especially if you find a new favorite spot. Right now, for this particular place, we’re in the anticipation phase.
Retailer With 68 Locations in Maine Announces Mass Closures
This store, which can be found all across our Pine Tree State, has announced that they’ll be closing locations nationwide. The past few years have been absolutely brutal for retailers, with mass closures and announcements of closures becoming more and more common. 2024 has kicked things into overdrive, making an already tough situation worse.
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