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Union firefighters in Bangor still fighting for COVID-19 relief funding
BANGOR, Maine — Union firefighters in Bangor are still fighting to receive ARPA funding after their initial request nearly two years ago. "It was hard not to feel left behind as a first responder," Bangor firefighter Ryan Blanchett said. This week, the Bangor Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 772 shared...
Sununu Blasts DES On Cyanobacteria Messaging Saying It ‘Does Not Kill People’
WAKEFIELD – Saying “this is not (the movie) ‘Jaws,’” Gov. Chris Sununu ripped into the state Environmental Services Commissioner Friday for the department’s messaging on cyanobacteria as a number of blooms have appeared on Lake Winnipesaukee in time for the busy Labor Day holiday weekend.
Local Flavor: Nano brewery in Lyman
And just like that, summer is almost over. It’s Labor Day weekend, and if you haven’t stopped by your favorite seasonal restaurant to grab a slice of pizza, some French fries or an ice cream, your days could be numbered. Many seasonal food stands will soon be cutting...
Maine Named Among Worst States in Nation for ‘Worker Burnout’
It's not a stretch to say people in Maine are working more than ever. In fact, data shows that Americans in general work hundreds of hours more per year than people in most other countries. With those extensive hours and the likelihood that people are carrying more than one job...
30-Year-Old Man Arrested after Threatening with a Gun in Maine
A 30-year-old man was arrested for threatening a man with a gun at Unity Raceway on Thursday evening. The Maine State Police said Joshua Littlefield from Unity was identified as the suspect and apprehended at his residence. Victim was Familiar with Suspect. Police said the victim was familiar with Littlefield....
Vintage Motorcycles Ready to Wow Crowd at Owl’s Head, Maine, Festival
Midcoast Maine will be the place to be in early September, as the two-wheelers take centerstage at the Owl's Head Transportation Museum. The Vintage Motorcycle Festival is set to kick-off on Saturday, September 7, and be a full day of fun activities for enthusiasts and the entire family. The event starts at 10a and includes a ton of vintage bikes and events.
Authorities identify man fatally shot on NH-Maine bridge, wife and young son found dead
“At this time, all evidence indicates that Mr. Weston is responsible for the deaths of both Britanny and Benson Weston,” the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office said in a statement.
Retailer With 11 Locations in Maine to End DEI Policies
This major retailer, which is found all across our Pine Tree State, has announced its intentions to end certain diversity-related policies. Many companies have diversity policies in place because they want to create a fair and welcoming environment for everyone. These policies help ensure that people of all backgrounds feel...
Maine DOE names finalists in 2025 Teacher of the Year
PORTLAND, Maine — Four finalists for Maine's 2025 Teacher of the Year were named on Wednesday. Each of them was selected to move forward in the process and was chosen from the 2024 Maine County Teachers of the Year, according to a news release from the Maine Department of Education.
Historic Skowhegan building damaged from fire
SKOWHEGAN -- A historic building has been at least partially saved following a fire in Skowhegan. According to the Skowhegan Fire Department, the call first came in around 4 p.m. for a structure fire at 24 Main Street in Skowhegan. When crews arrived, smoke was visible from the outside of...
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