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Subsidy losses and school hikes will raise Ashland’s mill rate
ASHLAND, Maine — Ashland’s mill rate will rise by 1.3 following a Monday vote by the town council. The group also made its first step toward replacing Town Manager Cyr Martin, who will step down from the position on Aug. 8. About 15 residents turned out for a...
Kittery Nov. 5 election to feature 3 seats on Town Council, 2 on School Committee
KITTERY, Maine — The filing period for Town Council and Kittery School Committee candidacy for the Nov. 5 election has opened. Three Kittery Town Council seats and two seats on the school committee will be on the ballot. All elected positions in Maine’s oldest town carry three-year terms. The winners of each seat will...
Prologue to Bates: All Expenses Paid Fly-In Program Due: 8/9
Background: Students are invited to experience a unique and engaging program at Bates College, where they will participate in conversations, enjoy fun activities, and connect with like-minded college-bound seniors. Bates College offers Prologue, an all-expenses-paid fly-in program from October 13-15, 2024. This opportunity includes transportation, meals, and hotel stay. Program...
The owner of Maine’s northernmost mall finds success by keeping it local
After owning the Aroostook Centre Mall for just over a year, Presque Isle developer Dana Cassidy is hatching more big plans. The 30,000-square-foot Trampoline City II, will open in about a month, and he’s working to bring a Japanese grill restaurant, golf simulator and new hotel to the area.
World-class performers are heading to Maine for a coastal musical tradition
DAMARISCOTTA, Maine — The Salt Bay Chamberfest is celebrating its 30th year this summer in Damariscotta. It’s been a while since founder and artistic director Wilhelmina Smith had the original idea for the festival, but the memory of its inspiration remains vivid. "It was a combination of elements,"...
August concerts at Bar Harbor Music Festival
BAR HARBOR — This week at the Bar Harbor Music Festival brings the Margaret Mills New Composers Concert, “Folk elements to the Fore — Bartok and his Legacy,” on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 7:30 p.m., at the College of the Atlantic Gates Auditorium. The program includes “Contrasts for Clarinet, Violin, and Piano” by Bela Bartok, and Suite from L’Histoire de Soldat by Igor Stravinsky. The concert follows a free, full-day seminar of Maine composers at COA.
Fire department’s barbecue draws dozens
A bright, sunny day provided for a successful fundraising event for Boothbay Harbor Fire Department on Saturday, July 27 at Sherman Field, Boothbay Region High School. The department held a three-hour barbecue with burgers, chicken, potato chips, cole slaw and more, and activities included a dunk tank, face painting, a bounce house, raffle, and music provided by a three-piece band.
Cocaine, Meth, Fentanyl & Firearms Seized In Fryeburg Drug Bust
A man from Bridgton has been arrested as the result of an ongoing investigation into an illegal drug distribution operation in Fryeburg. Commander Scott Pelletier with the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency says 50-year-old Kevin L. Thurston of Bridgton has been charged with drug trafficking and possession after authorities found Fentanyl, Meth, Cocaine, firearms, and money on the man following a traffic stop.
Bath YMCA regular James Wells cheers on fiancee at Paris Olympics
BATH, Maine — Mainer James Wells, a regular of the Bath YMCA, is cheering on his now fiancee Lilly King as she continues to make a splash at the Paris Olympics this year. King recently competed in the 100-meter breaststroke and will compete again Wednesday in the 200-meter race.
Cape Elizabeth residents make voices heard on school renovation proposals
CAPE ELIZABETH (WGME) — Residents in Cape Elizabeth overwhelmingly expressed their support for a $90 million school improvement plan at a town council meeting Monday. Cape Elizabeth town councilors are considering several options for school improvement, to address deteriorating school buildings. The council heard over two hours of public...
2024 Alfond Fund Golf Classic Results
WATERVILLE, Maine -- The eighth annual Alfond Fund Golf Classic was held on Monday, July 29 at the Waterville Country Club. Team 'Skip Chapelle' won the 2024 Alfond Fund Golf Classic. Results for all 44 teams can be found below. Team Skip Chappelle. 1st Place Gross - Team Skip Chappelle...
Wells residents voting on large-scale housing development moratorium
WELLS (WGME) -- Big housing developments could be put on hold in the town of Wells if voters there approve a proposed moratorium. There are strong feelings on both sides of this issue. One family feels they're being targeted. "We’ve been referring to that land as our retirement fund," Rick...
Free Liberty camp on the lake begins
LIBERTY, Maine (WABI) - A free camp for kids in Liberty began this morning. The Lake Keepers Camp, right on Lake St. George, aims to teach kids about important lake science through hands-on activities and games. It’s a week-long camp for kids who have completed grades three thru five. Topics such as invasive plants, fishing and erosion are taught throughout the five-day camp.
Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland seeks community help with supplies
WESTBROOK (WGME) -- At the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Westbrook, one of the biggest needs is canned dog and cat food. The day CBS13 visited their pet pantry the shelves were nearly empty of canned goods. They say they go through about 300 cans of food a...
Waterville Man Uses Median To Pass On Turnpike, Causes Crash Cops Say
Authorities say a crash on the Maine Turnpike in the area of Gray Monday afternoon, led to a foot chase across traffic. Shannon Moss, Public Information Officer with the Maine Department of Public Safety, says the incident happened just before 1:30 PM, near mile marker 65 south of the New Gloucester tolls.
Truck pulled out of inner Boothbay Harbor
In a race against time, a tow crew pulled a red Ford F150 out of inner Boothbay Harbor July 29 during an incoming tide. Shortly before 2 p.m., the truck traveled over cement bumpers down the steep embankment from the Grover’s Hardware and First Federal Savings and Loan parking lot.
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