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Administrator reviews county taxes with Madawaska officials
MADAWASKA, Maine – Aroostook County Administrator Ryan Pelletier during a July 16 Madawaska selectmen’s meeting explained why county taxes increased this year, and gave a detailed presentation on how those taxes help the town as well as county government. Aroostook County commissioners approved the $12.3 million annual budget...
Habitat for Humanity building a house for a veteran
OAKLAND, Maine (WABI) - The Waterville Area Habitat for Humanity and other local companies are building a house for a veteran. After a recent announcement that the Waterville Habitat for Humanity ReStore would be closing at the end of July, they decided to pivot their main focuses on building and repairing houses for people in need.
WCMP Diabetes Services to offer foot care clinics
BELFAST — Waldo County General Hospital will begin offering diabetic foot care clinics for patients beginning early this fall. The day-long clinics, which will run by appointment only out of the hospital’s diabetes care offices at 119 Northport Ave., in Belfast, will provide foot care including nail trimming, callous removal and wound identification. The practice plans to offer clinics once or twice a month, depending on patient volume.
Bangor approves dormitory housing aimed at new workforce entrants
The city of Bangor has approved a 55-unit dormitory intended for those entering the regional workforce. The development would offer single-occupancy rooms with shared kitchen, bathroom and common spaces. Just more than a dozen units would be set aside for tenants who need a room for less than a month....
Maine shoemaker crafts footwear for Olympic opening and closing ceremonies
The Olympics are just over a week away and when the nearly 600 athletes competing join together at the opening ceremony, they will be wearing shoes made in Maine. Rancourt and Co. in Lewiston designed the Buck Shoe for both the opening and closing ceremonies. They were chosen to make...
'It's very concerning': Businesses in Cornish remain vigilant after shooting incident
CORNISH, Maine — It was a normal Tuesday afternoon for workers at Call's Shop'n Save in Cornish, until gunfire broke out just down the street. "When we first heard about it, we figured we may end up having to go into lockdown," Mark Call said. A man was shot...
Maine funeral home owner accused of violating consent agreement, license suspended immediately, board says
LINCOLN, Maine (WABI) - A former funeral home owner in the Katahdin region who has been part of an ongoing theft investigation is now being accused of violating the terms of a consent agreement made with the Maine Board of Funeral Services. The Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Professional...
Everything You Need to Know About Maine’s New ‘Blue Envelope Program’
The Augusta Police Department announced something new that pulled me in. The Blue Envelope Program is a new program geared towards having a better level of interaction between officers and folks with disabilities or special needs, including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and even anxiety and depression. The program was created by the Down Syndrome Advocacy Project of Maine.
Suspect in Cushing death faces judge, claims he was beaten by police
ROCKLAND, Maine — The man who police say led them on a chase that ended in Augusta, prompting a standoff, on Tuesday and is also a suspect in the death of a man in Cushing, made his initial court appearance Thursday. Jason Hewett, 39, of Augusta, appeared via video...
In a year of severe weather, Bath and BIW pursue resiliency plans
BATH, Maine — Few cities in our state carry more vital infrastructure on their waterfront than Bath. Nicknamed “The City of Ships,” the cranes of Bath Iron Works loom over the downtown skyline, as the frames of Navy vessels sit near the shore below. But in the...
Cooling centers: Where you can go to beat the heat
PORTLAND, Maine — A recent wave of humidity intensified temperatures in the 80s and 90s, most likely leaving Mainers desperate for the sweet relief of air conditioning. The Maine Emergency Management Agency has 8 cooling centers listed on its site, but that number is subject to change. List of...
Alleged Ringleader of a Violent 7-State Drug Gang Lives in Maine
A violent crime syndicate that allegedly uses dating sites and fentanyl to rob from unsuspecting victims allegedly has a base in Maine. 4 People With Ties to Maine Face Charges, Including the Alleged Leader of the Group. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, three people with ties to Maine have...
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