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Automaker reverses course, fixes Saco man's SUV after dispute over safety concerns
SACO (WGME) -- A Saco man is finally getting results after a months-long dispute with an automaker left his SUV sidelined with potentially serious safety issues. It's a day PeterMickartz never thought would come. "The car's here, it's in great condition and it's working," Mickartz said. "This has been nine...
Houlton area From our Files – Week of August 21, 2024
Beautiful Exhibits Feature Annual Houlton Flower Show — One of the most beautiful and colorful Flower Shows ever presented by the Houlton Garden Club was its 12th annual exhibit held Wednesday afternoon and evening at the Northland Hotel. The Lobby, Silver Room, and mezzanine were used for artistic and unusual arrangements of flowers while in the ballroom exhibits of plants, vegetables, fruits, specimen blooms, table arrangements and special exhibits were on display.
NextHome Experience hosts "Luke's Block Party" at Bangor splash pad
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Summer vacation may be coming to a close, but one community in Bangor had some fun at the Splash Pad Wednesday. NextHome Experience hosted a block party featuring music, food, games, the Darling’s ice cream truck, and, of course, the splash pad. The event is...
Men's Soccer Battles UNE to 2-2 Draw
Auburn, ME – The Central Maine men's soccer team battled its way to a 2-2 stalemate against the University of New England on Thursday night in Auburn. Jeremiah Gomez and Raimundo Lubota scored one goal each for the Mustangs who wrapped up back-to-back games against NCAA D3 opponents. CM...
Portland tenant wins major settlement in rent control case against landlord
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A $16,500 settlement has been reached in a Portland rent control violation case. And for the first time since the ordinance was put in place, the tenant is walking away with a major payout. But the city didn't enforce any fines, it was a private settlement between...
Former Hornets star Noah Carpenter calls training with Black Bears "a dream come true"
ORONO (WGME) - It was a dream senior season for Leavitt star quarterback Noah Carpenter. After leading the Hornets to an undefeated season and a second straight state championship, Noah also won the Fitzpatrick Award and was named Maine’s Gatorade Player of the Year for the 2nd straight year!
Oxford 250 revs up this Sunday with over 60 drivers aiming for glory
OXFORD (WGME) - One of the best short track races in the nation, the 51st annual Oxford 250 will go green this Sunday night at Oxford Plains Speedway!. There will be over 60 drivers hoping to qualify- that field will be trimmed to 42. Once again, there will be so...
NMFTA announces participation with Wreaths Across America
Alexandria, Va., Columbia Falls, Maine. – The National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc. (NMFTA) has announced its participation in this year’s fundraising initiatives for the nonprofit organization Wreaths Across America (WAA). “The trucking industry has a deep sense of patriotism and generosity, and that’s so endearing,” said Debbie...
Is It Illegal in Maine for Gas Stations to Not List Their Prices on Signs?
As gas prices continue to fluctuate around Maine, there have been some stations and convenience stores that have seemingly given up on the daily price hikes or tumbles. For stations with digital signs, this would likely be a non-issue. But there are still a ton of old school stations across...
Maine’s Weekend Weather: Sunshine and Mild Temperatures on the Horizon
Caribou, ME – The weather in Maine is set for a positive shift this weekend, with morning clouds and patchy fog on Friday giving way to increasing sunshine by the afternoon. Highs will reach around 70°F today, with warmer conditions anticipated over the weekend. According to the National...
Riding for Hope: Maine’s 8th Annual ‘Ride for Suicide’ to Save Lives
Nick Danforth of Lewiston founded the Pain To Power Suicide Awareness nonprofit to raise awareness about the heartbreaking reality that affects so many lives. This Saturday, August 26, the LA Harley on Main street in Lewiston will host the 8th Annual Ride for Suicide. This event is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health.
University of Maine System to study opening state's first public medical school
BANGOR, Maine (AP) — The University of Maine System is launching a study to determine whether it should open the state’s first public medical school in response to a shortage of doctors in rural Maine. The process began with the hiring of a consultant to study the costs...
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