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Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody
MAINE, USA — Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief. “I think this is one of those cases where...
Sobriety Check Points Coming to Lewiston, Maine: Know Your Rights
Many police departments throughout Maine have conducted sobriety checkpoints. These are roadblocks that the police set up to check to see if drivers are sober behind the wheel, in an effort to keep the roads safe from those who may be driving under the influence. For those who have not been drinking, this can not only be an inconvenience but can also put them in an uncomfortable position.
Police investigate robbery at Portland Riverton Gas Station
PORTLAND, Maine — Police are investigating a robbery at a gas station in Portland. On Saturday, officials were called to the Riverton Gas Station on 1585 Forest Avenue for a report of a robbery. An unknown male entered the gas station with a white mask and a baseball bat.
Maine bridge that collapsed under dump truck closed indefinitely
GORHAM, Maine — A truck fell through Babb’s Bridge on Saturday, Aug. 24; now the bridge is closed indefinitely. In a release issued on Sunday by the the Maine Department of Transportation, it says it expects Babb’s Bridge to remain closed to traffic for at least several months after that dump truck fell through the bridge deck on Friday afternoon. MaineDOT bridge engineers will inspect the structure to determine the extent of the damage it sustained.
67-Year-Old Man Died after being Ejected from Vehicle in Maine
A 67-year-old man died Saturday morning after he crashed and was ejected from his vehicle on Route 4 in Berwick. The Berwick Police Department said the man was seriously injured and taken to Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover. He was pronounced dead. Name was not released. Single-Vehicle Crash. The single-vehicle crash...
Summer’s last splash at the BRAF Gallery
As summer days grow shorter, the light continues to shine at the Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) Gallery where the September Members’ Artist Showcase will be unveiled on Aug. 28 and continue through Sept. 22. Featuring an array of artists working in diverse styles and mediums as well as subject matter, this September’s show will be the last member show of the 2024 summer season. Join us for an opening reception on Friday, Sept. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Hearty Roots hosts ‘First Fire’
On Thursday, Aug. 23, Hearty Roots (HR) hosted a gathering on its newly acquired Bremen property to honor the land, express gratitude and appreciation for their donors and supporters, and share the vision for uplifting youth through HR’s nature-based programming. The “First Fire” ceremony was HR’s take on a ribbon-cutting. HR asked guests to contribute one rock to the new fire pit, while Program Manager Josh Leatham demonstrated his fire-starting skills via bow drilling. Deputy Director Jess Donohoe gave ceremonial remarks to the approximately 50 attendees. Olive Pine, an adventure mentor in training, strummed guitar and sang.
Total Maine Aug. 25, 2024: In-depth on the Lewiston commission's final report
PORTLAND, Maine — In this week's edition of "Total Maine," we take a closer look at the 215-page final report from the commission investigating the Lewiston mass shootings. "In The Arena" podcast hosts Pat Callaghan, Ethan Strimling and Phil Harriman discuss the Democratic National Convention. Jessica Gagne takes us...
Cleanup underway after diesel spill at Kennebunk turnpike plaza
KENNEBUNK (WGME) - In Kennebunk, hundreds of gallons of diesel fuel spilled at a Maine turnpike plaza on Saturday. Kennebunk fire officials say a tractor trailer rolled from a parking spot at the northbound plaza near mile marker 25 and struck a tree. When the truck went over the curb,...
Driver Fled after Head-On Crash and Car Fire in Maine
A driver fled a fiery crash after a hit and run on Tandberg Trail in Windham Saturday morning. The Windham Police Department said the SUV crossed the centerline and crashed head-on with another car. Hit Another Car and Caught on Fire. The SUV then collided with a parked vehicle and...
Rowing Continues For All Levels Through Mid-October
Megunticook Rowing’s coached sessions will start September 3 and continue through mid-October for all levels. This includes Learn to Row classes scheduled Monday-Thursday afternoon starting at 5:15pm. Novice and Intermediate masters will have three morning sessions a week following the high school teams’s morning workouts. The Club program for ages 12-18 will be on the water Monday-Fridays afternoons 330-5pm.
Maine sophomore pacers open Windsor Fair
Windsor, ME — Two $19,000-plus divisions of the Maine Sire Stakes for 3-year-old male pacers jump start the Windsor Fair program on Sunday (August 25) with the top two point earners pitted against one another in the opener. The first $19,691 division kicks off the afternoon card at 12:45...
Gluchacki unseats Sands for ACT Tour checkers at Oxford
Despite sitting second in the American-Canadian Tour standings, Derek Gluchacki’s season has lacked that statement moment to propel them headlong into the title chase. He just might have found that moment. Gluchacki dethroned a dominant Erick Sands to claim his second win of 2024 and the eighth of his...
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