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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...
Administrator reviews county taxes with Madawaska officials
MADAWASKA, Maine – Aroostook County Administrator Ryan Pelletier during a July 16 Madawaska selectmen’s meeting explained why county taxes increased this year, and gave a detailed presentation on how those taxes help the town as well as county government. Aroostook County commissioners approved the $12.3 million annual budget...
New exhibition at Wiscasset Bay Gallery
"Sparkling Summer Days," an exhibition of American and European art celebrating the brilliant warm light and long evenings of summertime, will open on Thursday, July 25 at the Wiscasset Bay Gallery. The show will coincide with Wiscasset's monthly Art Walk when the village comes alive with musical performances, street vendors, and gallery openings.
Maine shoemaker crafts footwear for Olympic opening and closing ceremonies
The Olympics are just over a week away and when the nearly 600 athletes competing join together at the opening ceremony, they will be wearing shoes made in Maine. Rancourt and Co. in Lewiston designed the Buck Shoe for both the opening and closing ceremonies. They were chosen to make...
36ers waiting on possible Legion playoff berth
The Boothbay 36ers completed their regular season schedule July 16 with a 9-6 loss to the first-place Franklin Flyers at Sherman Field. The 36ers finished with a 5-8-1 record in American Legion play and now wait to learn about their post-season eligibility. Boothbay currently holds the final Maine Southern Zone playoff spot, but a Dirigo Sturgeon victory later this week over Messalonskee could result in a one-game playoff. “We hold that final spot, but a Dirigo win could force a play-in. It’s a bit confusing, but we are waiting to find out,” said 36ers’ Manager Adam Harkins.
'It's very concerning': Businesses in Cornish remain vigilant after shooting incident
CORNISH, Maine — It was a normal Tuesday afternoon for workers at Call's Shop'n Save in Cornish, until gunfire broke out just down the street. "When we first heard about it, we figured we may end up having to go into lockdown," Mark Call said. A man was shot...
Flea infestation closes 2 town buildings in Wilton
WILTON (WGME) -- Two town buildings in Wilton are closed due to an infestation of fleas. According to the Sun Journal, both the town office and public safety building are closed. Town office staff say they had bite marks after leaving work on Monday. After using flea fogger and cleaning...
Maine authorities identify Cushing victim following suspect's arrest in Augusta
CUSHING, Maine — Maine authorities are sharing the name of the victim connected to a death investigation in Knox County. Kyle MacDougall, 45, of Waldoboro, was identified Wednesday by the state's Department of Public Safety as the victim in the Cushing investigation, which began Friday. The announcement from the...
Maine funeral home owner accused of violating consent agreement, license suspended immediately, board says
LINCOLN, Maine (WABI) - A former funeral home owner in the Katahdin region who has been part of an ongoing theft investigation is now being accused of violating the terms of a consent agreement made with the Maine Board of Funeral Services. The Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Professional...
Everything You Need to Know About Maine’s New ‘Blue Envelope Program’
The Augusta Police Department announced something new that pulled me in. The Blue Envelope Program is a new program geared towards having a better level of interaction between officers and folks with disabilities or special needs, including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and even anxiety and depression. The program was created by the Down Syndrome Advocacy Project of Maine.
Heather Cox Richardson welcomes New Yorker cartoonist Liza Donnelly
The Lincoln Theater is excited to present a unique and enriching event set to take place on Thursday, July 25 at 7 p.m. “An Evening with Liza Donnelly and Heather Cox Richardson” will feature The New Yorker cartoonist Liza Donnelly alongside renowned historian Heather Cox Richardson in an intimate conversation about women cartoonists, American history, and Liza’s new documentary film.
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