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Moderate House Dem: ‘Donald Trump is going to win. And I’m OK with that’
Rep. Jared Golden (Maine), a moderate Democrat, published an op-ed Tuesday arguing former President Trump is going to win the election, and he’s “OK with that.” Golden, who has held his seat in the House since 2019, wrote a piece published in the Bangor Daily News headlined, “Donald Trump is going to win the election…
Edgecomb approves new fire department ordinance
Not only does Edgecomb have a full-time fire chief, but it also has an official municipal fire department. On July 1, residents voted 21-6 to establish an ordinance creating a municipal fire department. The proposed ordinance was one of four articles on the special town meeting warrant. In May, residents...
Boothbay Harbor Police make 4 arrests
Boothbay Harbor Police Department made four arrests between May 30 and June 30. On June 7, Deakon Wilson-Harrington, 21, of Edgecomb was arrested by Officer Zachary Barry for operating under the influence. On June 18, Charity Chubbuck, 51, of Nobleboro was arrested by Officer Makenzi Strout for operating under the influence with two priors. On June 23, Laura Hughes, 58, of Southport was arrested by Barry for operating under the influence. On June 27, Michael Cusumano, 43, Boothbay Harbor was arrested by Barry for domestic violence assault.
South Thomaston woman accused of assaulting two residents after breaking into apartment
ROCKLAND — A South Thomaston woman was arrested after allegedly assaulting two people after entering their residence. Kristina Larrondo, 32, was arrested June 27 by Rockland Police and charged with burglary, aggravated assault, aggravated criminal trespass, domestic violence assault and criminal assault. Larrondo made her initial court appearance in...
Ultimate Frisbee back for third season
Scenes from the Boothbay Ultimate Frisbee Pickup game July 1, which is in its third season this year. Organizer Ben Snead said the group plays on Monday and Thursday evenings at Clifford Park in Boothbay from 6 p.m. to dusk. Snead said the group welcomes all new players to join regardless of age and experience. For more information, updates and how to join, visit Boothbay Ultimate Frisbee Pickup on Facebook.
Fuller Marine team takes tug of war trophy
A team from Fuller Marine Services won the 2024 Tug Across The Harbor June 29. Fuller Marine Services workers also took the trophy at last year’s tug with help from other crew members working on the newly renovated Footbridge. This year, they beat four other teams including Carousel Marina,...
Three arrested, charged after robbery at Westbrook motel
WESTBROOK, Maine (WABI) - Three people are facing charges after police say they broke into a Westbrook motel, assaulted a person, and stole several items including firearms. Westbrook Police say the robbery happened on Larrabee Road in the early morning hours of June 13th. As part of their investigation, they...
SNL Alum To Perform Night Of Improv In Rockland
If you watched Saturday Night Live between the years of 1999 and 2006, chances are you witnessed one of the eclectic characters Massachusetts born comedian Rachel Dratch created for the show. Known for her work as "Debbie Downer", "Sheldon" and on of the hot tub "Lovahs", Dratch, who is both...
UMA Rockland Celebrates Local 2024 Graduates
UMA Rockland held it’s annual ‘URock Graduation Celebration’ to recognize their local grads on Saturday, April 27th. 13 of our 30 graduates attended, along with their family & friends. The program included a Message from a Graduate – Courtney Green, BS Nursing, as well as Keynote Address from John Viehman, Former President – United Midcoast Charities.
UMA Professor Receives Bangor Pride Rainbow Award for Healing
Dr. Sarah Hentges, professor of transdisciplinary cultural studies, and founder and lead curator of The Spiral Goddess Collective, a Center for Mind/Body Movement was presented with a Bangor Pride Rainbow Award on Saturday, June 22nd. Sarah received the Orange award for Healing, which “recognizes individuals who have made notable efforts to promote healing, wellness, and mental health awareness.”
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...
Officials investigating early morning blaze at Eddington restaurant
EDDINGTON, Maine (WABI) - The State Fire Marshal’s Office is trying to figure out what caused a fire at a restaurant in Eddington. Firefighters were called to Heritage on the 9 Restaurant and Tavern just before 2 a.m. Wednesday. When crews arrived, they say about half of the building...
Portland credit union will expand to Lewiston with construction of new branch
Portland-based cPort Credit Union plans to open a branch in Lewiston next summer, occupying a new building to be constructed on the site of a former Dunkin' Donuts. “We have been looking at the area for some time and thought this was the perfect location for us,” Gene Ardito, cPort’s president and CEO, told Mainebiz.
30-Year-Old Man Injured after Crash with Tractor-Trailer in Maine
A 30-year-old man was injured Monday after a crash with a tractor-trailer in Gray. Man Injured after Two-Vehicle Crash with Tractor-Trailer. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said Ryan Carr from Raymond ran a stop sign at the intersection of Lewiston Road and Mayall Road around 11:59 pm. Car “T-boned”...
Veteran bikers escort Vietnam memorial
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - A group of veteran bikers gathered in Waterville this morning to help escort a moving tribute to Vietnam veterans. The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall is on its way to Guilford. A group of more than one hundred bikers led by police and the wall itself is...
Augusta man hospitalized after being shot by New York State Police
BARRYVILLE, NEW YORK (WABI) - An Augusta man is in a hospital after being shot by New York State Police Tuesday afternoon in Barryville, New York. New York State Police say they were called to a suspicious person in a vehicle at a business. Troopers say when they arrived, they...
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