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Water intrusion left his year old car undriveable and even Maine's Lemon Law couldn't help
SACO (WGME) -- When you buy a new car, you expect it to last and not turn out to be a "lemon." But for a Saco man, his SUV has been sidelined after serious safety issues. While Maine law is meant to protect consumers in this situation, his claim was ultimately denied.
Union time capsule from Bicentennial reveals fun, sometimes unexplainable surprises at Sestercentennial
UNION – In preparation for Union’s Sestercentennial celebration, July 19 – 21, 2024, the organizing committee searched high and low for pictures from the 1974 bicentennial that they knew existed. Turns out, they were very well hidden. Union celebrated the opening ceremony on Friday, July 19, by...
Section of Water Street in Augusta temporarily closed off
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - A section of Water Street in Augusta was closed last night. According to Augusta Police, an alleged aggravated assault caused the section from the Walgreens to Green Street to be temporarily closed. Augusta P.D. made the point that as of this afternoon, public safety was not in danger.
Clam lovers unite: Yarmouth Clam Festival promises 'shell' of a good time!
YARMOUTH (WGME) -- Well, shucks! Friday kicks off the 57th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival. The big event brings in more than 100,000 people every year. Festival organizers say there will be a parade, music, arts and crafts, competitions, and of course, food!. The parade kicks off on Friday night where...
Incredible Video of Humpback Whale Feeding in Kittery, Maine
A huge humpback whale put on a show in Kittery over the 4th of July weekend, rivaling any fireworks. According to Seacoastonline, the town harbormaster, John Brosnihan, couldn't believe his eyes when he caught a massive humpback whale on video in the shallow waters of Pepperrell Cove in Kittery. John...
Broadway Classics on Stage in Sanford
Following the strong audience response to last season’s “100 Years of Broadway,” creator Neil Berg is returning with an all-new show, featuring new songs and an all-new cast, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Sanford Performing Arts Center. “101 Years of Broadway” is a sprawling...
Grant will help Fort Fairfield acquire a police dog
FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — A $30,000 grant will bring a canine member to the Fort Fairfield Police Department. The grant will cover the cost of the dog, training, outfitting a cruiser and other associated expenses, Police Chief Matthew Cummings told the Fort Fairfield Town Council on Wednesday. Besides expanding...
Amid rising gun violence in Lewiston, Somali community searches for a way forward
Members of Lewiston's Somali community are mourning the death of 17-year-old Sahal Muridi, whose body was found Sunday night by police who were responding to a 911 call reporting that shots had been fired. The incident is part of what police said is an uptick in violence across the city, and there are fears that young Somali-Americans are getting swept up in it.
Northern Light is Moving Out of the Old Miller Drug in Bangor
People who regularly use the Northern Light Pharmacy on State Street in Bangor will eventually see a change in location, but it's just a few doors down. The Location Has Been a Pharmacy Since the Late 1950's When the Millers Opened It. Northern Light took over the building at 210...
Multiple people hospitalized, including 2 infants, after 2-vehicle collision in Woolwich
WOOLWICH (WGME) -- Multiple people have been taken to the hospital, including two infants, following a two-vehicle crash in Woolwich on Friday. The crash happened at the intersection of Route 1 and Montsweag Road around 9:40 a.m. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office says the driver of a Subaru Outback was...
Free Wednesday Night Concerts Continue This Week With Garrett Holt Music
We're super-excited that our SummerFun Concert Series has returned for another year here in Central Maine. If you haven't heard, we've moved the concerts back to their original location in downtown Augusta behind Water and Front Streets. You see, for the last several years, we've been hosting the concerts at Mill Park.
Midcoast Community Chorus offers free series in learning to read music
CAMDEN — Midcoast Community Chorus (MCC) is offering three free evening classes in reading and singing music this summer. All classes are scheduled for Wednesdays at 7 p.m., in its meeting space at 58 Bayview Street #5 in Camden. The first class, focusing on rhythm and tempo, will be...
Man accused of firing shots following altercation in Portland
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Police say a Maine man has been arrested for firing shots in Portland on Friday. Police say they responded to 355 Woodford Street around 7:15 a.m. for a report of shots fired. According to police, 40-year-old Chi Ho of Portland fired a gun after an altercation. Ho...
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