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Fire on Baxter Lake island a challenge for Farmington, Rochester firefighters
FARMINGTON — A small camp building, located on an island at Baxter Lake, was destroyed by fire Wednesday night. Rochester Assistant Chief Michael George said the call came in at 8:58 p.m., and while they initially thought the property was in Rochester, it was actually on the Farmington side of the lake. George...
Weekend Outlook: York Days, 'Woofstock', and Open Farm Day!
It's the last weekend of July so let's make it a good one!. We have beautiful weather ahead for things like York Days, an annual summer highlight!. Some key events this year include a beach cleanup at Short Sands Beach on Friday night. Participants will meet at the playground at 6 p.m.
Cape Elizabeth residents threaten legal action over school construction plans
CAPE ELIZABETH, Maine — A group of residents in Cape Elizabeth is threatening to take legal action against the town council—and, by extension, the town—over a proposal to renovate the town’s school buildings that was submitted by the council chair and undercuts a version approved by the school board.
Officials optimistic despite ongoing issues at Kennebunkport wastewater facility
KENNEBUNKPORT (WGME) --Town leaders say they’re working to get the problem flushed, but Kennebunkport continues to have issues with its wastewater treatment facility. It’s been dumping only partially treated waste into the Kennebunk River for several weeks. Residents say the smell and sight of the waste being dumped...
Sophomore Pacers enter week five of Maine Sires
Cumberland, ME – Two $16,000-plus divisions of the Maine Sire Stakes for 3-year-old male pacers highlight the Bangor Fair card on Thursday (July 25) with several of the individual ‘glamour boys’ vying for the top spot in the point standings. With five horses battling for the lead...
Inaugural Maine Car Show Was a HUGE Success for Veterans
Jodi and Joe Brasslett, owners of Home Roofing Solutions, knew they wanted to do something BIG for their charity, The Marino Project, which helps give Maine military members access to the resources they need and most importantly, deserve. How About Putting on a Maine Car Show for the First Time?
Pope Memorial Humane Society seeks Pet Food Share donations to help people keep pets
DOVER — The Pope Memorial Humane Society – Cocheco Valley animal shelter is reaching out to the community to ask for help in supporting its Pet Food Share program, stating it is currently facing a critical shortage. The PMHS-CV Food Share program is designed to assist residents in...
Brunswick Crash Leaves Elderly Woman and Deputy Injured
Two people, including Maine deputy Todd McGee, were injured in a crash yesterday, July 24, on on Harpswell Road in Brunswick. Reportedly, Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office Deputy McGee, with his lights on, attempted to pass several cars, when a vehicle driven by a 71-year-old Topsham woman began turning left into the deputy’s path, resulting in the crash. She has serious but non-life-threatening injuries, while the deputy was also taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Troop 213 Spend Week at Camp Hinds
Damariscotta Scout Troop 213 wrapped up another successful year at Camp Hinds in Raymond earlier in July. During the week of July 14-19, the troop participated in several camp wide activities, placing second in the clean camp challenge and sharing first place in the skills competition with the Camden Troop 200.
Hozier Fans Post Some Great TikTok Videos Of ‘Ban-ger’ Concert
He may not have pronounced "Bangor" correctly, but no one cared last night!. The beginning of a very busy week of concerts got underway yesterday, at Maine Savings Amphitheater, and by all accounts, it was pretty awesome. It has been a couple of pretty exciting days around here, things began...
Community Little Theatre Announces Cast For THE PROM
Director Jennifer McClure Groover has announced her cast for the upcoming production of the musical "The Prom" at Community Little Theatre (CLT) in Auburn. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, "The Prom" captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever, according to a news release from Roger Philippon with CLT.
Enter to Win Tickets to See Comedian Rachel Dratch in Waterville
Saturday Night Live's Rachel Dratch, along with comedian Matt Walsh, and friends, will be at the Waterville Opera House on Saturday, July 27th. They'll be doing a Chicago-style improv comedy show. We have your chance to win tickets. Enter by filling out the form above. Get all the details and...
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