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Penobscot Bridge (demolished) Improvements – Bangor ME
Roads, Bridges, and Tunnels, Infrastructure and Utilities. Public Works Funding, Public Works Administration (PWA) The Penobscot Bridge was a steel Baltimore through truss bridge connecting Bangor and Brewer. Construction was completed in 1911 and the bridge was replaced with the current Joshua Chamberlain bridge in 1954. According to the Bangor...
The Tradition of the Fireman’s Muster
ASHLAND, Maine (WAGM) - The Ashland Fire Department hosted the Fireman’s Muster on Saturday. The rain didn’t stop other fire departments from joining in on the activities of this long-time tradition. News Source 8 reporter Megan Waceken has the story. The Firefighter’s Muster has been a long-time tradition...
Somersworth police expect arrest in road rage incident allegedly involving gunfire
SOMERSWORTH — Police are investigating a report of a road rage incident on Sunday that allegedly involved gunfire. Capt. Matthew Duval said a potential suspect has been identified, and he expects charges to be brought forward soon. "There are multi-state jurisdictions involved, New Hampshire and Maine, so we are...
Record crowd enjoys popular festival in Oxford Hills
OTISFIELD, Maine — A popular festival in Otisfield continues to grow every year, once again setting an attendance record on Sunday. The Otisfield Historical Society and Bell Hill Meetinghouse Association hosted their annual Strawberry Festival on the lawn of the historic Bell Hill Meetinghouse Sunday afternoon. There was also a pop-up art show inside the Meetinghouse, which was built in 1839. The show featured the work of Otisfield artist Annie Gregoire.
Maine deputy charged with domestic violence after allegedly firing shot into ground
POLAND (WGME) -- A Cumberland County deputy is facing domestic violence charges after firing a shot into the ground in Poland. The Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office says Brian Smith fired a gun into the ground in Poland on Sunday. The sheriff's office responded to the scene and said he was...
Swimmers Warned About Fecal Bacteria in Maine Beaches
Yes, this is true. It's hard to believe for me as well, but apparently, this is a thing. There is poop on Maine beaches, and officials are sending out warnings as we speak. According to WGME, it's not just sunscreen you need to worry about this summer. For all Maine beachgoers, officials are urging swimmers to check bacteria levels before dipping your toes into the inviting waters.
Get Ready For a Hefty Spike in Your Maine CMP Bill This Month
Starting this month, we’re going to see another increase on another bill that we don’t want but it’s going to happen anyway. Here's the scoop. Beloved customers of Central Maine Power (CMP) will see an average increase of $15.56 per month on our bills, according to Central Maine, which is a 12.6% rise.
Lewiston company is proud to hand-stitch opening ceremony shoes for Team USA
LEWISTON, Maine — Shoemakers in Lewiston will see their handiwork on an international stage when the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony takes place on July 26. For a fourth Olympic cycle, the staff at Rancourt & Co. have handmade the shoes that Team USA will wear when they walk into the stadium to kick off the games.
Martha Stewart is surprised by the 'harsh' criticism of her living room redo
Martha Stewart now knows that trying to appease internet trolls is for the birds. The 82-year-old TV host addressed the recent backlash she received for one of her newly decorated Maine living rooms — which features yellow furniture and several large bird portraits — in an Instagram post on July 4.
Auburn honors fallen officer with square dedication 75 years after tragic incident
AUBURN (WGME) - A fallen Auburn police officer was honored by his community on Sunday. The city held a dedication for the officer who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. On July 7th, 1949, a deadly crash took place right at the corner of Court and Main...
Topsham student receives 2nd Holowach award
Grace Keleher, a graduating senior from Mt. Ararat High School, is this year’s winner of the Julie Dimperio Holowach Scholarship. The $2,000 annual award was named after the late Dimperio Holowach, of Bailey Island, an athlete and fashion executive who died in 2020. Keleher, of Topsham, will attend Duke...
Topsham Fairgrounds fills with people and horses for barrel racing
TOPSHAM, Maine — While many are spending their holiday weekend setting off fireworks and hosting barbecues, some had other ideas and went barrel racing in Topsham. The Maine National Barrel Horse Association hosted a competition at the Topsham Fairgrounds, filling the venue with horses and competitors of all ages.
The Annual Greek Festival in Saco, Maine, is This Week
Did you miss the Portland Greek Festival? Worry not, and head to Saco's starting this Friday. Nothing is better than Greek food. Greeks show love through food, and there is so much love at the Greek Festival in Saco. Last year was the first time they had been in person in years because of the pandemic. The big tent is all set, and once again, the food, music, and dancing will take place at the gorgeous St. Demetrios Orthodox Church in Saco.
Maxwell's Farm in Cape Elizabeth closes after 51 years
CAPE ELIZABETH (WGME) -- Maxwell's Farm announced it is permanently closing after 51 years. The pick-your-own strawberry farm in Cape Elizabeth recently announced they were closing for the season due to a fruit fly infestation. The farm’s owners say this year’s early shutdown is not connected to the permanent closure,...
Union Fair and Maine Wild Blueberry Festival returns Sunday
UNION, Maine (WABI) - Maine’s agricultural fair season continues with the Union Fair & Maine Blueberry Festival. The fair, which dates back to 1869, is officially underway and will run through July 14th. The fair has been held annually since, with the exception of 1943, 1944, and 2020. Wednesday,...
Fire marshal's office conducting arson investigation following Rockland incident
ROCKLAND, Maine — Officials are conducting an arson investigation after discovering Molotov cocktail-type devices on railroad tracks in Rockland. The Rockland Police Department said on social media Saturday police and the Rockland Fire & EMS Department responded to a report of a fire on railroad tracks near Pleasant Street around 6:30 p.m.
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