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Kai Dube: First-year elementary education student aims to be a positive force for kids
Kai Dube: First-year elementary education student aims to be a positive force for kids. During her final year of high school, Kai Dube volunteered at Old Town Elementary School, just a couple miles down the road from the University of Maine. The experience helped solidify her choice to major in elementary education at UMaine, where she’s part of this year’s first-year class.
Brewer PD Busts Squatters Trespassing And Drugs
Authorities in Brewer say some folks squatting in a building in town were arrested and taken to jail last Thursday. According to a post on their social media page, the incident took place on South Main Street. "Brewer Police officers were dispatched to an active criminal trespass complainant in the...
Three High Schools in Maine Named Best in State
We can all agree that getting a proper education is important, but in our Pine Tree State, not all educations seem to be created equal. In Maine, everyone agrees that is essential, whether you're a child, a parent, or someone without kids. However, not all schools offer the same quality of education.
Maine Republicans say they have a plan to fix rising property taxes; Democrats say they're already on it
GORHAM, Maine — Homeowners in many communities are grappling with rising property taxes. Maine Republicans say they have a plan to help, and Democrats tout their existing initiatives, but meanwhile, the tax bills keep coming. Be it the result of local budget increases or property reassessments, homeowners say they’re...
Birch Bay voted best place to work in Maine
HULLS COVE — Birch Bay Retirement Village, a nonprofit retirement community established in 2001, was named as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Maine. “This recognition is a testament to the culture that we have supported. A place where teamwork, compassion, kindness and trust are felt every day,” said Robert Hemenway, executive director of Birch Bay Retirement Village.
Jury finds Holden man guilty of driving drunk and striking pedestrian
BANGOR (BDN) -- A jury on Wednesday evening found a Holden man accused of driving drunk and hitting a pedestrian in Brewer guilty on all counts. David Mackenzie, 52, allegedly drank 12 Michelob Ultra beers, at 22 ounces each, in about six hours at High Tide Restaurant and Bar on July 15, 2023. He then drove home, hitting then-87-year-old Ira Williams of Brewer, on Eastern Avenue around 8:39 p.m. The crash left Williams with what police called serious injuries.
Massachusetts man arrested in Palmyra on drug charges
PALMYRA, Maine (WABI) -One person was arrested and several others are expected to be charged with various drug trafficking and possession charges in Palmyra. The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office searched at a home on Madawaska Road in Plamyra Thursday after a long investigation. When they arrived, they say four...
Two Mainers Charged After Using Counterfeit Bills for Bail
Do people actually think they're usually smarter than the police?. I know that's a bit of a rhetorical question, but on the other hand, it happens. But I always wonder, why does one person think they can always outsmart a team of people? Or why do they try to outwit an organization whose sole purpose is dedicated to one thing? Chances are, when it's just you against all of them, you're going to lose.
Know Before You Go: Football vs. Colgate
ORONO, Maine -- Black Bear Nation! We look forward to seeing you all at Alfond Stadium for the home opener on Friday, Aug. 30 when the Black Bears square off against Colgate at 7 p.m. Below you'll find some helpful information to make your experience on campus positive, smooth, and fun!
UMaine football ready for kickoff, first game Friday
The college football season kicks off Friday night in Orono. UMaine opens the season at home against Colgate. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. or the Black Bears. UMaine is coming off two straight 2-9 campaigns and hasn't made the playoffs since 2018, but with a new quarterback and Jordan Stevens coaching at his alma mater for a third season expectations are high.
Lisbon Water Department issues 'do not drink' order hours after saying water was OK
LISBON (WGME) -- The Lisbon Water District issued a "do not drink" order Thursday afternoon. Lisbon Water Department Interim General Manager Shellie Reynolds says that the department's filters had failed and allowed too much sludge into the drinking water, resulting in a possible high level of arsenic. The department says...
Maine Lobsterman & TikTok Star Profiled On ‘CBS Saturday Morning’
Maine has a lot of social media stars on TikTok. Chef Adam Libby, and Tatum Talks, are two who are visiting the upcoming Bangor Comic & Toy Con. They have a combined 6.4 million followers, but there is another influencer who is "making waves" on several platforms. Jacob Knowles has...
Maine House speaker leads Black Mainers for Harris-Walz, targets voter registrations
Black leaders from across Maine gathered in Portland Wednesday to launch a new effort register voters ahead of the fall presidential election. Led by Maine House Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross (D-Portland) and health care professional Darmita Wilson, Black Mainers for Harris-Walz is part of a national campaign to reach voters.
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