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Perry’s Lobster Shack Will Finally Re-Open On Thursday
Back in March of 2024, a nasty storm had a major impact on certain parts of the State of Maine, including a popular lobster destination in Surry, known for its waterside shack that serves up lobster & seafood plates, alongside hearty sides & beers. Their planned 2024 Mother's Day season...
Castine town dock almost fully restored following winter storms
CASTINE -- It's been nearly six months since the winter storms that wreaked havoc across the coast of Maine. Now the town of Castine is finally putting the finishing touches on their repairs after the town dock and area businesses sustained significant damages. During the January 10th and 13th storms,...
Julia Gagnon to perform at multiple venues this summer
MAINE (WABI) - Maine’s own Julia Gagnon will be making her way around the state this summer as part of her ‘Here in Maine’ tour. Julia will be performing at the Union Fair on July 12 with her fiancé Nate. The star will also perform at...
Special Olympics Torch Run in Hancock County
ELLSWORTH - Law enforcement across the state are call upon to do many different things... Some things they go the extra mile to volunteer for. That's been the case this week as law enforcement agencies around the state gave of their time to do the annual torch run for the Maine Summer Special Olympics.
Penobscot man indicted after being accused of stabbing woman
ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - A Penobscot man accused of stabbing a woman was indicted by a Hancock grand jury Thursday on five counts, including domestic violence assault. 33-year-old Michael Bakeman was charged with attempted murder, elevated aggravated assault and domestic violence assault. On April 26, dispatchers got a distress call...
Bucksport Softball Beats Washington Academy 6-1 to Play in Northern Maine Class C Finals Tuesday
The #1 Bucksport Lady Bucks beat the #4 Washington Academy Raiders 6-1 on Monday afternoon and will now play in the Northern Maine Class C Regional Finals on Tuesday, June 11th. On Monday, Natalie Simpson tossed a 1-hitter, striking out 8 and walking 1. At the plate, Jetta Shook and...
The Sweet Spot opens in Ellsworth
ELLSWORTH -- "The Sweet Spot" is a new candy shop that opened right next to a bakery of the same name, so customers can browse the sweet selections while grabbing a coffee. Located at 61 Main Street in Ellsworth, the store offers a variety of modern, old-fashioned and international candies.
Man holding a burning gas can charges at police and is fatally shot by a deputy in Maine
A man holding a burning gas can who charged at police was fatally shot by a sheriff's deputy, authorities in Maine said. The 65-year-old man called the Waldo County Dispatch Center on Monday afternoon and said he was going to burn down his apartment building in Belfast if law enforcement did not respond, the county sheriff's office and the Belfast Police Department said in a joint news release.
Waldo County Sheriff’s sergeant on leave following Belfast shooting
BELFAST — Waldo County Sheriff Jason Trundy said June 10 that a sergeant was involved in a shooting that killed a Belfast man. On June 10, 2024 at approximately 1:28 p.m., Daniel Ryan, 65, of 63 Cedar Street, Apt. 3 in Belfast called the Waldo County Dispatch Center and reported he was going to burn his apartment building down if law enforcement did not respond, according to Trundy, in a news release that was issued by the Sheriff’s Office and Belfast Police Department.
Sprague Energy continues push for Mack Point in Searsport for offshore wind port
SEARSPORT, Maine (WABI) - Sprague Energy continues to push for Mack Point in Searsport for an offshore wind port despite the fact Gov. Janet Mills announced earlier this year the port would be built on Sears Island. “We just felt that we had to get out in front of this...
Maine Landmark to Transform Into the Halls of Hogwarts This July
Attention Muggles, a Maine landmark has a very important announcement. That landmark is Fort Knox in Prospect, which plans to transform from an old military fort to the whimsical hallways of Hogwarts for one day this July. What is Wizarding Day at Fort Knox All About?. Unlike last year, there...
Powerful thunderstorms dump rain and hail, fill Camden streets with muddy water
A relentless downpour from strong thunderstorms crossing from East Penobscot Bay to West Penobscot Bay drenched Camden Saturday afternoon around 2:30 p.m. Runoff from parking lots, sidewalks and streets poured downhill toward the ocean, gathering brown silt and pooling in small ponds. Drivers were suddenly met with deep puddles as...
Camden’s watershed moment
Weighing in on local elections is no fun in a small town, and I can respect whatever decision is made by voters. I also understand that most people don’t have time to sort through everything and that they are overwhelmed by the amount on the ballot. It may be helpful to remember that everything on the ballot this year is on there because the people elected to the Select Board voted for it. At least a majority of us.
Red Cross opens donation centers for World Blood Donor Day
BAR HARBOR — As World Blood Donor Day approaches on June 14, the American Red Cross stresses that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now. With busy seasonal activities and weather always present, it’s vital donors make and keep appointments now to fight any challenges that could pose a concern to the blood supply as summer rolls on.
Lincolnville dedicates 2024 Town Report to Corelyn Senn, longtime friend and citizen
LINCOLNVILLE — Thursday afternoon, June 6, four of the five Lincolnville Select Board members filtered into the meeting room at the Town Office. They slipped by the front room right off the lobby where Corelyn Senn was seated at a table, poring over an old municipal ledger, at glance, from the turn of the 19th Century.
My Maine This Week: Happy Harbor Seal by David Small
NRCM member Dave Small of Old Town, Maine, shares his wildlife photos with us (and many others on his mailing list) each week. Usually, he sends multiple photos at a time, but this week, he sent just one…but it’s a fantastic one!. Dave writes, “I’m only sending one...
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