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30 Years Ago: Amazing Concert Lineup at the Ballpark in Old Orchard Beach, Maine
Remember the Ballpark in Old Orchard Beach? This place was the go-to spot for outdoor concerts in Maine, launching live music in 1986. It wasn’t just a ballpark; it was a musical haven where some of the biggest names in the music industry rocked the stage. From classic rock legends to pop icons, the Ballpark hosted it all.
Officials say thousands of needles were picked up at former Sanford homeless encampment
SANFORD (WGME) -- Officials in Sanford believe about 14,000 needles were picked up at the site of a former homeless encampment. The dozens of people living there were told to leave in mid-June. “There were three 20-gallon medical sharp containers full that were removed,” Sanford City Manager Steven Buck said....
Neighbors and strangers chip in to help a Portland man at risk of eviction keep his home
PORTLAND, Maine — Neighbors and strangers are banding together by donating money to help a Portland man keep his home where he has lived for the past 52 years. Darryl Crabtree, who has cognitive challenges, helped care for his elderly parents in their home for years until they both passed away. Now, he faces eviction unless he finds a way to buy out other family members.
Kennebunkport officials warn against swimming in Batson and Little rivers due to bacteria
KENNEBUNKPORT (WGME) -- Kennebunkport officials have issued an advisory, asking people to avoid swimming and other water-based activities in the Batson and Little rivers at Goose Rocks Beach. Officials say in addition to repeated results showing human bacteria in the Batson and Little rivers, the most recent testing has shown...
'Ready to roll:' Gov. Mills excited to nominate VP Harris in race for White House
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Governor Janet Mills says she's ready to see Vice President Kamala Harris be formally named as the Democratic Presidential nominee. “I’m feeling very energetic,” Mills said. “Very enthusiastic about the candidacy of Kamala Harris. Ready to roll. Ready to go the convention and formally nominate her and her Vice Presidential pick as the team to win the White House.”
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff campaigns for wife in Maine
PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) - Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff was in Portland Wednesday, campaigning for his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris, as she runs for president. This is his first official campaign event of the cycle. The campaign visit to Maine was already scheduled before President Joe Biden dropped out of...
More Than a Century Ago, a ‘Yo Mama’ Joke Caused an Ugly Political Incident in Maine
Typically, when people think of historical moments in time, 'yo mama' jokes are not the first thing that comes to mind. Perhaps they should. According to Scripted.com, the first recorded motherly insult came in 3500 BCE, scribed on a tablet found in Babylon. That random and wild find notwithstanding, most...
Saco contemplates plan for downtown gateway
Staff from Saco’s public works, economic development and planning departments, along with city administration, are looking at ways to create a possible gateway into the city. Public Works Director Patrick Fox and Planning Director Emily Cole-Prescott presented to the city council on Monday night a concept plan for enhancements...
Saco proposes increase in stipend for elected officials
Saco residents in November may be asked to give elected officials a raise. Saco city councilors, per the city charter, receive a $1200 annual stipend, and the mayor receives a $3600 annual stipend. School board members receive the same compensation as city councilors. Councilor Phil Hatch said at Monday night’s...
Kennebunk Charter Commission proposing town council government: Here's why.
KENNEBUNK, Maine — The Charter Commission soon will present its final report to the Select Board and recommend a new form of government for the town and a more structured process for recalling elected officials. The commission is expecting to approve its final report on July 24 and deliver it to the Select Board on Aug. 6. The Select Board that evening is expected to have its first read of the proposal and, from there, hold public...
Crews work to repair water main break in downtown Portland
PORTLAND, Maine — The Portland Water District posted on social media Wednesday afternoon notifying the public about a water main that broke in downtown Portland. In the post, the water district said crews were repairing the break around 1 p.m. on Pearl Street and Middle Street. The post advised those living or working in the area may experience low water pressure.
Flood threat winds down in Maine
PORTLAND, Maine — Heavy rain was causing a lot of problems in southern areas of Maine, especially the greater Portland area, Tuesday morning. Flooding and ponding on roads was expected and occurring. Just before 8 a.m., the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for parts of Cumberland...
Maine coffee company donating some proceeds to Harris campaign
PORTLAND, Maine — Coffee By Design, a Maine woman-owned-and-operated coffee company based in Portland, is helping support Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign. The company announced Wednesday that it will donate $5 for every pound sold of its organic Girl Blend coffee to the Harris campaign — that includes...
Child care access is expanding in southern Maine
SANFORD, Maine — Dozens more children will have a place to go for child care in southern Maine, thanks to a major expansion of a facility in Sanford. Gov. Janet Mills took part in a ribbon cutting for the project at the Sanford-Springvale YMCA on Tuesday. Using a $250,000...
A charged decision: vote to name Maine's first electric garbage truck
PORTLAND, Maine — Don't be shocked if one of the Portland garbage trucks seems quieter; the newest addition to the fleet is electric, and it needs a name. In June, the city of Portland unveiled Maine's first-ever electric trash truck, the Mack LRE Packer. It also launched a naming contest for the truck. Hundreds of possible names were submitted, and the official ballot has been narrowed down to seven: Optimus Grime, E.T., Elektra, Sparky, Lightning McClean, EeeVee and Mack E-Gone.
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