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Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts Residents Warned About Microsoft Outage-Related Scam
Most of us were pretty shocked when we woke up on Friday morning to the news that a widespread Microsoft outage was causing problems worldwide. Millions of us had to deal with issues involving the use of our bank cards, airline flights, and our Windows laptops. While most of the...
Bangor company gets grant to help Mainers leaving incarceration and in recovery find jobs
BANGOR, Maine — A Bangor-based organization is helping Mainers leaving incarceration or in recovery from substance use disorder find jobs. Eastern Maine Development Corporation is increasing these efforts after receiving a $485,000 grant from the Maine Department of Labor. "This is gonna amplify all the work we currently do...
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.
A waterspout was confirmed on Sebago Lake on Tuesday
SEBAGO (WGME) -- Many people saw it spinning above Sebago Lake and the National Weather Service confirmed that it was a waterspout that formed Tuesday night. Tuesday evening showers and downpours were passing through the state. Interestingly enough, there was one particular storm that developed over Sebago Lake that had...
A musical extravaganza never before presented in Maine is coming to Portland
PORTLAND, Maine — This week, Opera Maine is presenting "Aida," a classic work that has never been performed in Maine and is without question the company’s most ambitious undertaking ever. "Aida" is opera at its grandest and most lavish, a spectacle that on stages in far bigger cities...
Trans Am Series Western Championship Preview: Portland International Raceway
The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli’s Western Championship returns from a nearly three-month hiatus for the PIR SpeedTour at Portland International Raceway. The Trans Am Series has been visiting Portland since 1972, holding 31 races at the 1.97-mile circuit between the National and Western Championships. With five races...
Celebrating the Artistic Legacy of Abstract Painter Judith Rothschild at Moss Galleries in Portland
NEW YORK, NY.- Moss Galleries is presenting a retrospective honoring the extraordinary talent and artistic vision of abstract painter Judith Rothschild (1921–1993). Judith Rothschild Retrospective: Six Decades of Color and Abstraction features 21 works by Rothschild curated by both Elizabeth Moss and a leading Anonymous Abstract Curator including paintings, collages, and works on paper from the 1940s through the 1990s. On view from July 18 to August 14 at Moss Galleries in Portland, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of this remarkable artist.
Gray-New Gloucester represents Maine at Junior League All Star regionals
GRAY-NEW GLOUCESTER (WGME) -- Last summer, the Gray-New Gloucester Little League All-Star Team advanced all the way to Williamsport, Pennsylvania and the Little League World Series. This summer, several members from that same team are playing for the Maine Junior League All Stars. The Gray-New Gloucester team is out in...
Gray and gloomy through the night
Onshore winds and a stationary front that remains in place will result in mostly cloudy skies, cooler temperatures, and occasional isolated showers continuing into tomorrow. By Thursday, a cold front will move through the region, increasing the chance of showers and thunderstorms. High pressure will dominate from Friday through the weekend, bringing dry conditions back. This area of high pressure is expected to linger through early next week.
School Districts Recognized for Healthy Meals
MADAWASKA, FRENCHVILLE, FORT KENT, EASTON, Maine (WAGM) - The Healthy Meals Incentives Recognition Award and the Lunch Trailblazer Awards were awarded to the Madawaska School Department, MSAD 33, & MSAD 27. The Districts received these awards for improving the nutrition of school meals. New lunch menu items at the districts...
Members show ‘Made in Maine’ reception July 27
Works in painting, drawing, textiles, sculpture, photography, and assemblage by members of the Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset will be on exhibit from July 25 - Sept. 8. An opening reception for this energetic and eclectic show will be held on Saturday, July 27, 5-7 p.m., with music by singer/songwriter Katie Daggett. Refreshments will be served.
Caribou city councilors approve increase in property tax rates
CARIBOU, Maine — Caribou city councilors approved a property tax increase on Monday, though it was lower than initially expected. With an increased school budget and higher county tax bills, Caribou City Manager Penny Thompson originally projected a mill rate of $22.30, up from last year’s $19.50. Councilors...
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