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Augusta Civic Center prepares for upcoming back to school giveaway
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - As we get closer to a new school year, kids in the Augusta area in need of school supplies are in luck. The Greater Augusta Area Back to School Program is hosting a Back to School event this Sunday. Filling the Augusta Civic Center with over 1500 backpacks stuffed with various school supplies, the group encourages any child to pick up their free supplies ahead of the upcoming school year.
Officials to dedicate Port of Entry and Madawaska-Edmundston International Bridge
A ribbon cutting is planned on Thursday for the new Madawaska Land Port of Entry and Madawaska-Edmundston International Bridge. Officials from the U.S. General Services Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection and Maine Department of Transportation, as well as from Maine's congressional delegation, will take part in the ceremony. It is closed to the public.
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...
Madison Auxiliary to tend booth during Madison/Anson Days
Collect school supplies for MSAD #59 and RSU #74; to hold fundraising raffle. American Legion Auxiliary, Unit #39, Madison, will have a booth on Saturday, August 24, near the Skowhegan Savings Bank, in Madison, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., during Madison/Anson Days celebration. They will be selling RADA cutlery, American Pride bracelets, collecting school supplies for students in MSAD #59 and RSU #74, handing out information pamphlets regarding the American Legion Auxiliary.
Child dies after being hit by a truck while riding bike in Sabattus
SABATTUS, Maine — A child has died following a collision in Sabattus on Thursday afternoon. Police confirm to Maine's Total Coverage that the juvenile was riding a bicycle from Hillside Drive onto Litchfield Road at around 2:22 p.m. when he was hit. An early investigation reportedly found that the...
Hallowell makes more cuts to budget after citizens' tax concerns
HALLOWELL (WGME) - There's an ongoing fight over property taxes and the city budget in Hallowell, where more than 200 residents petitioned city leaders to make more cuts. Hallowell city leaders say property taxes are on the rise due to a recent surprise revaluation of homes, the ending of a state tax stabilization program and the new budget, which has already seen significant cuts.
Camden Ballet Theatre presents meow-sical "CATS", Aug. 15 - 17
CAMDEN — Camden Ballet Theatre presents Andrew Llyod Webber's blockbuster meow-sical "CATS", based on T.S. Eliot’s book Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, August 15 and 16, at 6 p.m., at the Camden Opera House. CATS is set amongst a larger-than-life junkyard playground and is alive with...
Gorgeous: New Portland Airport Terminal Now Open
It’s an exciting day for Portland, as the main new terminal has just opened at Portland International Airport (PDX). Generally airports in the United States aren’t much to get excited about, but this looks stunning. Basics of Portland Airport’s new terminal. As of today (August 14, 2024),...
Update about Waldo County General Hospital maternity labor and delivery plans
One of the things that makes Waldo County and especially Belfast such a special place is how engaged residents are with their community. This was evident at the community forum Waldo County General Hospital (WCGH) held on Aug. 7 at the Belfast Area High School where more than 200 people showed up to join the conversation about redesigning our labor and delivery practice to ensure that birthing parents have access to the safest and highest quality of care as close to home as possible.
Mount Desert man indicted by Hancock County grand jury for setting two homes on fire
MT. DESERT, Maine (WABI) - A Mount Desert man accused of setting two homes on fire in April has been indicted by a Hancock County grand jury. 58-year-old Glenn Stanley is charged with arson, attempted arson, aggravated criminal mischief, and criminal mischief. Authorities say Stanley started the fires on Stanley...
Maine's Hire-A-Vet Campaign begins
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign began in Augusta this morning. More than 150 employers were present for one of the stops of the state’s largest hiring event of the year. “We have healthy, hearty Maine veterans who are here to make our way of life in...
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
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