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99-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor’s Band Brings a Night of Reflection and Music to Maine
There is no denying the power of music. That is certainly the case when it comes to the life and career of Saul Dreier. The 99-year-old has credited music as being one of the most important parts of his long life: a life that tested his strength and resilience beyond what we can only imagine. You see, Saul is a survivor of the Holocaust.
Two of the World’s Scariest Film Locations Exist in Maine
Once upon a time in Hollywood, there were film executives that thought scary movies would never be popular. Fast forward several decades, and horror films aren't just a Halloween thing; they've released and consumed all year long. Stephen King had a lot to do with that. He was given the...
Why nurses, teachers and other Maine labor groups are getting behind Harris and Walz
Maine has been going in circles trying to pass labor safeguards for agricultural workers who are excluded from protections under state law regarding overtime, rest breaks and minimum wage. A fight that Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris similarly took up in 2018 when she was a senator for California. Her work on the issue is […]
Rare find: Father-son lobstermen pull calico lobster from Maine waters
WELLS, Maine — Another uniquely colored lobster has been pulled from Maine waters. Sarah Seale shared a picture with Maine's Total Coverage of a calico lobster that her husband, Josh, and son, Zach, who is a junior lobsterman, caught on Wednesday. Their boat operates out of Wells Harbor. As...
Maine schools work to fill staffing positions before classes start
PORTLAND (WGME) -- School is almost back in session, but as students get ready for the classroom, will there be enough staff to support them?. A number of districts still have openings, with classes starting in less than two weeks for some areas. “I think the stars aligned for us...
Florida animal rescue wants dog back after 6 dogs die under Maine rescue owner’s care
BUCKSPORT, Maine (WABI) - An employee at a Florida-based animal rescue says one of their former dogs is one of the 27 that were rescued from Coastal Dreams Rescue and Sanctuary in Bucksport earlier this month. The owner and operator is now facing several charges for mistreating dogs at her...
Up in the Air: Maine’s Most Popular Airline Routes Revealed
Air travel can be rough. The long security lines, crowded food courts, non-existent parking, never-ending terminals, and general public can drive any sane person mad. However, we Mainers are relatively lucky. Our two largest commercial airports are a godsend. Easy in, easy out. There's nothing like parking and getting to the gate in the span of 10 minutes. It's a completely different flying experience, and small market flying at its finest.
ACLU given green light to sue State of Maine for failing to provide legal counsel
As hundreds of people, both in and out of jail, wait for legal representation, the American Civil Liberties Union of Maine was given the green light to sue the state government for chronically failing to provide access to public defenders for people who can’t afford an attorney. Throughout the yearslong legal battle, ACLU of Maine […]
This Epic Laser Light Show Returns to Clinton, Maine, This August
Even though they have been around for years, drive-in laser light shows really gained popularity during the pandemic. These visually breathtaking entertainment events allowed us to get together while still social distancing. These shows feature elaborate laser demonstrations running in sync with an epic soundtrack. Not only do the lasers...
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