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National Public Data says "only" 1.3 million users at risk, but that it leaked its own password
The data breach at National Public Data may fortunately have been a lot smaller than initially thought, according to a new report filed by the company with the Maine Attorney General’s Office detailing the incident.Initially, it was reported that an estimated 2.9 billion records were circulating on the dark web since April 2024, with compromised information including names, Social Security numbers, email addresses, home addresses, and phone numbers for individuals living in the US, Canada, and the UK.Now, in the filing submitted to the Maine Attorney General, the data broker claims “just” 1.3 million people were actually affected by the...
Bangor’s New Public Restrooms To Be Retrofitted For ADA Compliance
At the beginning of this year, the Bangor City Council approved a plan to build half a dozen public restroom units throughout the city. Each public bathroom would cost about $17,500 to construct. The project was approved for a total of $250,000. Aside from the construction costs, the Bangor City...
The John Bapst Crusaders Football Team was hard at work on Tuesday morning, August 20th on the Dorothea Dix field in Bangor.
Check out photos from Tuesday's practice. Thursday September 5th vs. Nokomis at UMaine 7 p.m. Thursday September 12th vs. Hampden Academy at UMaine 7 p.m. Thursday September 19th at MCI 7 p.m. Thursday September 26th at Old Town 7 p.m. Friday October 4th vs. Winslow 7 p.m. at Cameron Stadium.
The Mi’kmaq Nation’s farm, fish-growing operation feeds demand for traditional foods
Twenty years ago, the Mi’kmaq Nation in Presque Isle started a community garden on an acre or two next to its government office and its largest residential area. As interest in the garden grew, it was moved to a site of about eight acres, at 1353 Presque Isle Road in Caribou, to accommodate expanded farm production and the development of an aquaculture operation to grow native brook trout.
Lincoln’s Adding Another Festival To It’s Roster: Check Out ‘Septemberfest’
The town of Lincoln knows a thing or two about festivals! It's been holding several festivals, every year, for decades. Last month, they provided an entire weekend of entertainment with their Olympic-themed Loon Fest. And coming up next month, they have some more fun planned!. According to their event page,...
Orono Red Riots ready to defend state football title
ORONO, Maine (WABI) - The Orono Red Riots earned their 8-Man Small School State Championship revenge over the Old Orchard Beach Seagulls last season. Old Orchard Beach defeated Orono, 46-22, two years ago. The Red Riots struck back last fall with a 46-18 drubbing in the title game. There’s a...
Hall of Honor Announces First Class of Inductees
Sanford High School Athletics Hall of Honor Committee Announces First Class of Inductees. After months of deliberation, The Sanford High School Athletics Hall of Honor Committee (established in 2023) is pleased to announce its first class of inductees. These nine inductees include exemplary student-athletes, coaches and community members. They will be honored in a ceremony on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 1 p.m. in the Sanford Performing Arts Center.
Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival 2024
VIP hour (2-3 p.m.; requires VIP ticket) features specialty brews not available during the general tasting session, and VIP attendees will receive unlimited beverage samples from 2 to 7 p.m., a $5 food voucher, samples from food vendors specializing in local harvest, a souvenir T-shirt and tasting glass, and a swag bag.
Maine Police are Investigating a Shooting in Downtown Lewiston
Lewiston Police are investigating after a shooting downtown that sent one person to the hospital. It was approximately 1:00 Monday morning when Lewiston Police were called to the area of Pine and Jefferson Streets for a report of multiple gunshots. When the officers arrived at the scene, they spoke with several witnesses who told them they heard gunfire and saw a vehicle speeding off. The police officers canvassed the area and found several shell casings in the road.
Old Orchard Beach voters could soon decide on new rent control ordinance
OLD ORCHARD BEACH (WGME) -- Voters in Old Orchard Beach could soon decide whether or not to pass a specific kind of rent control. A citizen initiative from people in two mobile home parks now has enough signatures to potentially move forward. “We need to protect ourselves,” Old Orchard Village...
Open Comp 200 Slated for Friday of Oxford 250 Weekend
Naples, ME — Officials at the Pro All Stars Series (PASS) and Oxford Plains Speedway (OPS) have announced another marquis event as a part of the 51st annual Oxford 250 weekend August 23-25. A $10,000-to-win open competition 200 lap event for Super Late Models will the headline the Friday card night of the biggest weekend of the year.
John T. Gorman Foundation receives national recognition for Lewiston investment
The John T. Gorman Foundation, a Portland nonprofit, received national recognition for its role in supporting a community partnership that is bringing new housing, economic opportunity and millions of dollars in public and private investment to Lewiston’s Tree Streets neighborhood. The Department of Housing and Urban Development and Council...
Lawrence football returns to state championship chase
FAIRFIELD, Maine (WABI) - The Lawrence Bulldogs are back on the football field after last year’s Class B North Championship run. Of course, making it to the state title game isn’t satisfying enough for this returning group. The Dogs are driven to win it all this year after...
Bangor City Hall gets $10M revamp
Bangor City Hall is undergoing a $10 million revamp that is expected to be completed in 2025, six years after voters approved a $6 million bond for the renovations. The building dates to 1915. Westbrook-based Benchmark Construction is leading the work, which includes $8.9 million for emergency and safety features,...
Ellsworth's new police chief sworn in Monday
ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - Ellsworth’s newest police chief and deputy chief were sworn in Monday night. Deputy Police Chief Troy Bires was serving as interim chief since March, after Ellsworth’s former police chief was fired. The City Council formally appointed him to the chief’s position last month.
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