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Robbery suspect nabbed after Biddeford hit and run
SOUTH PORTLAND — Following up on a July 29 robbery incident, the South Portland Police Department announced today the arrest of 18-year-old Davyn Flynn. Flynn was apprehended in Biddeford just before noon after Biddeford Police responded to a hit and run involving a stolen vehicle from Scarborough earlier in the day.
Soar with Family Fun at the the Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival
Get ready for the Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival at Simard Payne Park, Lewiston, August 16-18. After much confusion and discussion about the annual Great Falls Balloon Festival being put on hiatus this summer, the Twin Cities will still be planning an unforgettable weekend of soaring excitement and family fun. • Balloon...
Unique Hawai’ian public supper at Vassalboro Methodist Church
The Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC) monthly public supper is taking a twist on Saturday, August 17, from their traditional menu. One of the organizers, Simone Antworth said, “We had been thinking for some time about offering pulled pork as an alternative and when we realized that Hawai’i is celebrating 65 years of statehood in August we decided to honor Hawai’i by offering some of their traditional foods this time.” We will be serving our usual baked beans in addition to some made like they do in Hawaii as well as pulled pork, shrimp dishes, breads, salads and desserts all cooked with a tropical flair. “The Hawai’ians love Spam so we might sneak in a dish using that – and there will be pineapple dishes, of course! There will be surprises too,” said Antworth with a smile. “Guests will have to find out about those when they get there.” The supper will take place 4:30 – 6, unless food runs out before, for a $10 suggested donation per person. So join VUMC on August 17 for a great meal, and a fun-filled Hawai’ian luau celebration.
Trenton Scholarship Pie Sale Saturday August 3
A couple of the great things about living in a small town of Maine, is that they take care of their own, the town helps raise the children and that everyone really cares about one another. That’s never more evident than in Trenton, where the Trenton Scholarship Committee is hosting their annual old fashioned pie sale on Saturday, August 3rd in the Edward Brother's parking lot from 8 a.m.to 12 Noon or when all the pies are gone.
Southwest Harbor to hold first Blueberry Festival on August 10
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — Dozens of blueberry festivals take place in cities and towns all over Maine, and this year Southwest Harbor will be added to the roster as the place to go for local purveyors of Maine’s primary crop. So grab some blueberry lemonade and a slice of blueberry cake and enjoy the town’s first annual festival, no admission fee required.
Acadia FCU announces retirement of President/CEO Desjardins
Acadia Federal Credit Union announces the July 1, 2025 retirement of President/CEO David Desjardins, after what will be over 30 years of dedicated service. Desjardins has been instrumental in transforming the credit union from a single-branch institution into a thriving organization with eight, soon-to-be nine, branch locations. Desjardins began his...
EAAA’s Durgin Center working to provide opportunities for older community members
BREWER, Maine (WABI) - July is social wellness month. A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) points out that more than a third of adults aged 45 and older feel lonely. And nearly one-fourth of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially...
2 youth detention center escapees are captured in Maine, Massachusetts
Two juveniles who escaped from Maine’s youth detention center and fled in a stolen a car are in now police custody in Maine and Massachusetts, officials said Tuesday. One of the escapees was captured early Tuesday after crashing a stolen car in Georgetown, Massachusetts, and the other was located hours later by officers responding to a hit-and-run involving a stolen vehicle in Biddeford, Maine, officials said. Their identities were not released by Maine officials because of their age.
Americans can claim up to $8,500 from $825k data breach settlement – you need to sign up by next month to see the money
PAYOUTS of up to $8,500 are available to Americans hit by Carvin Software’s data breach. But, you’ll need to act soon to lodge a claim, as there’s a time limit on the suggested payout – part of a $825,000 compensation package. A settlement has now been reached in a lawsuit that was filed in the […]
Maine’s first aviation maintenance technician school set to take off
The University of Maine at Augusta is launching the state’s first aviation maintenance technician (AMT) school. Until now, Maine has been one of only three states without a program, with aviation employers saying they’ve had to rely on recruiting skilled workers from out of state, university officials said.
RFK Jr. submits signatures, setting up potential ranked-choice race in Maine
Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he has turned in the necessary signatures to be on the November ballot in Maine as a presidential candidate. The Kennedy campaign said it turned in signatures from just under 5,000 voters Monday, according to a news release. Maine law requires at least 4,000 signatures from voters, but […]
Luxury Yacht “Kisses” Returns to Bar Harbor for 4th Year in a Row
For the 4th year in a row, the luxury yacht "Kisses" has returned to Bar Harbor. Norman Braman was the owner of the NFL Philadelphia Eagles, before selling the team to Jeffrey Lurie who bought the team in 1994 for $195 million. Braman's yacht "Kisses" was in Bar Harbor in August of 2021 and late July - early August 2022 and in 2023. She was tied up at the Bar Harbor pier on Monday and Tuesday, July 29th and 30th, 2024.
August Rowing on Megunticook Lake!
Don’t miss the final weeks of coaching on gorgeous Megunticook Lake. All levels of instruction are offered from August 1-August 23rd. Ages 12 years old and up can experience this terrific sport. Learn-to-Row, Novice and Intermediate instruction is all available. Parents, it’s not too soon to start thinking about...
Piscataquis Region Retired Educators Association news
MONSON — Twelve members of the Piscataquis Region Retired Educators Association and two guests met July 23 at the Lakeshore Pub in Monson for the monthly meeting. Gilbert Reynolds’ daughter Jean attended with her dad before she returns to her teaching responsibilities next month. The secretary’s report and the treasurer’s reports were accepted. There was no formal legislative report but we are reminded to be aware of all candidates’ positions and to vote.
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