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Institute celebrates, reflects on 50 years of marine education
SEAL HARBOR — The Acadia Institute of Oceanography (AIO) will celebrate 50 years of marine education this weekend, August 17-18. Saturday will feature a Maine luncheon of lobster roll or baked haddock (plus whoopie pies, red potatoes, corn on the cob, coleslaw and blueberry pie) and an all-afternoon open house at the Schoolhouse, where there will be light refreshments, merchandise for sale, a retrospective photo montage and time to connect or reconnect with AIO folks.
Brewer P.D. reports a recent rise in vehicle burglaries
BREWER -- The Brewer Police Department has noticed an alarming rise in vehicle burglaries. "It does tend to happen with the summer months. In the warmer weather people tend to be out and about especially at night," said Brewer Police Detective Savannah Lutz. "However, the amount in the past two weeks has been pretty aggressive. We've seen about eight in the past two weeks."
New look Maine Field Hockey prepares for 2024 season
ORONO -- Over the years championships have become the standard here at Maine Field Hockey. A standard they’re looking to restore this 2024 season. "I think just making sure we're using our time wisely at practice," said Maine head coach Josette Babineau. "And continue to develop the skills needed to play at the level we want to play at."
Thomas College acquires naming rights for Ice Vault arena in Hallowell
The Maine Ice Vault, an indoor ice arena in Hallowell, has been renamed the Thomas College Ice Vault, under a new 10-year sponsorship that includes adding the Waterville school's branding throughout the arena. The 500-seat venue has been home ice for Thomas College's men's hockey team since 2016 and will...
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.
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