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Major Changes Coming to New Balance’s Operations in Central Maine
Not only is New Balance one of the most recognizable footwear brands in the country, the company is also one of the largest employers in Central Maine. Now, big changes could be coming to the company's Central Maine operations. New Balance in Skowhegan, Maine. In December of 2022, it was...
The Wild Conspiracy Theory Mainers Had About a 2020 Earthquake
Earthquakes don't happen all that much in the Northeast, especially in New England. Obviously, back in April 2024, the rarity occurred when during the late morning on Friday, April 5, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake centered in New Jersey, according to NBC Boston, was felt between Virginia and the Massachusetts/New Hampshire state line.
Coffee & Conversation brings Zoe Weil to COA on August 6
BAR HARBOR — Zoe Weil, president of the Institute for Humane Education in Surry, speaks with environmental journalist Andrew Revkin about her new book, “The Solutionary Way: Transform Your Life, Your Community, and the World for the Better,” at College of the Atlantic’s Coffee & Conversation series Aug. 6.
Former Gray finance director pleads guilty to $37K theft from Maine town
GRAY, Maine — The former finance director for Gray has paid more than $53,000 in restitution to the Maine town after pleading guilty to a theft charge. Town officials said Katy Jewell pled guilty to misdemeanor theft by unauthorized taking or transfer as part of a plea deal in the case in which she was accused of stealing more than $37,000.
American Legion baseball: Sullivan, Keblinsky help defending champion Trenton Acadians stay alive in state tourney
BANGOR — In a baseball game that had more thrills, twists and turns than a Jimmy Fallon movie, it was the nerves of steel of Colin Sullivan that made the difference for the Trenton Acadians on Tuesday evening. Sullivan, a product of Mount Desert Island High School, pitched 4...
Road to the White House: Doug Emhoff making second campaign stop in Maine in as many weeks
YARMOUTH, Maine — Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff is making a second visit to Maine in as many weeks campaigning for his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris, as she runs for president. Wednesday, Emhoff will deliver remarks at a Harris Victory Fund campaign event in Yarmouth. His speech is scheduled...
Do you have a water management plan?
Dr. Rachel Schattman, assistant professor of sustainable agriculture at the University of Maine-Orono, believes both crop and livestock producers might want to have a water management plan. She presented this idea at the 2024 NOFA-VT and MOFGA Climate Forums. Why Create a Water Management Plan?. “We know that things are...
Maine community college grads now guaranteed admission at state universities
Maine Community College students are now guaranteed admission to at least one of the state’s public universities after they finish their associate degree. In a new partnership announced Wednesday by the Maine Community College and University of Maine systems, Maine’s community colleges will proactively notify their students about transfer opportunities to public universities after they […]
And The Winner of Central Maine Idol Season 4 is….
Season 4 of Central Maine Idol has wrapped up in an electric fashion!. This past Friday, the competition ended at The Quarry Tap Room in Hallowell with an intense battle among the top three contestants: Jennifer Shevlin-Fernandez, Jennifer Nittolo, and Bruce Wilson. And the grand winner is.... Jennifer Shevlin-Fernandez. All...
Julia Gagnon Coming To The Cross Insurance Center In October
And she's bringing some of her friends from American Idol!. After a few days of teasing a big announcement on her social media platforms over the last few days, yesterday at 4:45pm, she finally let the cat out of the bag, with a video that let us all know she is coming to Bangor.
Tiffani Amber Thiessen, Kelly Kapowski from ‘Saved by the Bell,’ Spotted in Maine
When I was growing up, my favorite TV show was "Saved by the Bell." Kelly Kapowski, played by Tiffani Amber Thiessen, was a legend to me and so many other girls. My favorite episode? When Zach Morris and Kelly got married. Their love story was something so cute. Obviously things are much different now, but that show was super popular back when I was younger.
National Report Claims Maine Is One of the Best States for Healthcare
It turns out Maine's a darn good place to live (or visit) when feeling under the weather or bruised and battered. WalletHub.com, a personal finance website, recently published a report listing the best and worst states for healthcare. The Pine Tree State found itself near the top of the list.
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