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'This is our best option:' Maine farmers turn to solar energy due to contaminated fields
ARUNDEL (WGME) – PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, have been nothing short of disastrous for hundreds of Maine farmers. It's ruined their land, made their cattle, milk and eggs unsafe to eat and left many farmers with serious health problems. "This farm has been in our family since...
One of the Last RadioShacks in Maine Announces It Will Close
In the early '80s, there was a boom of RadioShack stores opening in Maine, partially thanks to the growing home computer business. My first PC was a Tandy 1000EX with a built-in 5 1/4" floppy disk drive, bought at RadioShack. We had a store open up locally in Oxford, and...
Maine attorney general files complaint against couple for racist harassment of neighbors
BATH, Maine — Maine's attorney general has filed a civil rights complaint against a couple he said targeted their Black immigrant neighbors for months with a campaign of racist harassment. Attorney General Aaron Frey is using the complaint to ask a court to bar the Bath residents from having...
'Active investigation' near Long Creek, police searching for two males
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — South Portland police are searching for two young male suspects after responding to an apparent escape from Long Creek Youth Detention Center. Police say they were called to Long Creek for the apparent escape just after 7:30 p.m. Friday. "Minutes later, police responded to a...
Third Arrest Made In Connection To A Death In Cushing Earlier This Month
A total of three people, so far, have been arrested in connection with the death of a man from Waldoboro earlier in the month. Last week, the State's Chief Medical Officer identified the victim as 45-year-old Kyle MacDougall of Waldoboro. First arrested was 41-year-old Mark Gagne, after authorities processed the...
Sentencing delivered for Michael Kilgore, found guilty of assaulting an officer
SKOWHEGAN -- Michael Kilgore, who injured a police officer in an attempted traffic stop in 2022, was sentenced in Somerset County Superior Court on Friday. Kilgore ran over Officer Chelsea Merry's foot while she was attempting to issue him a ticket, causing her significant injury. According to Officer Merry's lawyer, she has since been diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder and no longer serves as a law enforcement officer.
Storm system developing this weekend to smack New England coast with whipping winds, gnarly waves
The FOX Forecast Center is monitoring the evolution of an upper-level low off the mid-Atlantic, which is expected to approach the coast of New England during the early workweek, increasing the chances of unpleasant beach weather.
Nominate a Student Speaker for Convocation
The Convocation Committee is seeking nominations for a Student Speaker at this year’s Convocation, which will be held on September 20, 2024. The student will be asked to speak for 5 minutes on the Convocation topic—Indigeneity. If you would like to nominate a student for consideration, please use the Student Speaker Nomination Form available below. If your nominee is selected, it would be helpful if you would be willing to work with that student as needed.
Ironman race comes to Maine
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - The big race is coming to Augusta. Ironman Maine 70.3 2024 is this Sunday and for those involved it’s more than just a race, it’s a way of life. “It’s an event, it’s a culture, in the endurance community. We have people that go to various events multiple times a year all over the world. There’s folks coming here to qualify for the World Championships in 2025,” commented race director Ryan Jarrell.
Victories Over Violence Field Hockey Tournament returns to Thomas College
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - The Victories over Violence Field Hockey Tournament grew from eight to 13 teams this year. It’s the fourth year of the event featuring local high school squads, and organizers are glad to see it going strong. “For 10 years, we did the Battle for Breast...
Party time at Wiscasset’s Old Jail Aug. 10
Lincoln County Historical Association (LCHA) invites the community to Jailhouse Rock! - an evening of music, dancing, and family games on the grounds of the Old Jail on Federal Street in Wiscasset. The fun begins at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10 when Leopard Girls, the mid-coast rock and blues band, strikes the first chords on their electric guitars.
Another FREE Movie Night Is Coming To Maine Savings Amphitheater
A FREE movie outdoors? Not a bad way to kick off an August weekend!. This summer, it is rare to have a non-concert night on the Bangor Waterfront, especially on a Friday, so get the family together on August 8th, because Bangor Parks and Recreation are teaming up with the Maine Savings Amphitheater, to host a FREE screening of the smash Disney hit "Encanto"
Caribou’s new code enforcement officer aims to tackle blight aggressively
CARIBOU, Maine — After more than a year, Caribou has a new code enforcement officer who wants to explore ways that the city can combat its most blighted properties. In May 2023, former code enforcement officer Ken Murchison retired, leaving the city without a full-time person to investigate complaints and inspect nuisance or potentially dangerous properties. With no qualified applicants stepping forward, that left City Manager Penny Thompson the acting officer, but other job duties meant she often had to prioritize larger code issues.
More Arrests in Lewiston Drug Bust
Lewiston Police say a search warrant lead to arrests and drug seizure at 149 College St in Lewiston. The warrant was the result of ongoing drug investigations. Officers and MDEA Agents located 14 people inside the home. As a result of the investigation 5 individuals were charged. Arrested were:. –...
BANGOR UNCORKED 2024 – 10th Anniversary Bash
Don’t miss Bangor Uncorked’s10th Anniversary Party on Saturday, October 12th with an exclusive Champagne/Prosecco VIP session, food samples from local restaurants, larger beverage samples, and even a man cave stocked with beer & games. Call your friends, make your plans and get your tickets today! All the fun...
Maine’s WIGY Cuts Ties with Morning Duo Mark and Sara
After four years, Bennett Radio Group’s 105.5/95.7 WIGY (WIGY-AM) in Lewiston, Maine has cut morning hosts Mark Turcotte and Sara Poulin. July 24 was the station’s last day to air the WIGY Breakfast Club, with the duo’s departure announced on social media. The. , “Bennett Radio Group...
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