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Reunion of Salzedo Harp Colony graces Camden and Rockport with music, memories
CAMDEN — They came from as far away as Australia and Tulsa, Houston and Canada, more than 80 of them, many carrying their treasured instruments with them, the large, handsome stringed harps that evoke harmony and poetry as they are played. It was a special reunion of the students...
Suspect in Cushing death investigation arrested after pursuit, standoff in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Maine — A suspect in connection with a death investigation in Knox County is accused of leading police on a chase Tuesday that turned into a four-hour standoff in Augusta. That person has been taken into custody and faces several charges relating to the incident on Route 3 as well as the death of a man in Cushing over the weekend.
Maine could see damaging wind during thunderstorms Wednesday evening
PORTLAND, Maine — A weeklong heat wave in interior Maine and high humidity are producing the potential for severe storms through Wednesday evening. The high temperatures and humidity have prompted a heat advisory that is in effect until 6 p.m. for parts of south-central, southwest and western Maine. This advisory covers Portland, Lewiston, Augusta, Sanford, Rumford and Norway.
An Alternative Thought on the I-95 Bridge Between Maine and New Hampshire
We see it a lot more often during tourist season than outside of it, but regardless of the time of year or whether it's from a tourist or local, the same sentiment is constantly echoed. The I-95/Piscataqua River Bridge that connects Maine and New Hampshire always seems to stir up...
Gang responsible for violent crimes in 7 states based in Maine, authorities say
Three Mainers are accused of being part of a violent, multi-state gang that had its central base in Gardiner. According to the Kennebec Journal, seven total suspects have been indicted. They’re facing charges in Pennsylvania. Police say the Fentanyl Robbery Gang or FRG is responsible for at least four...
Bid It to Win It Maine Online Auction: Certificate for a Garage Door Package from White Mountain Overhead Doors
Bid It to Win It starts July 15, and you'll be able to bid on amazing items with the chance to save thousands of dollars when you do. One of the items you can bid on is a Certificate for a Garage Door Package from White Mountain Overhead Doors. The...
Classic Cape Home on Damariscotta River
This classic three bedroom, two bath Cape-style home sits on three acres of property, 465' of owned frontage on Damariscotta River, Hatch's Cove, and one mile to Main Street. Add your personal touch and call this home or add it to your investment portfolio. A spacious two-car garage with walk-up storage above and a shed will house all of your recreational gear. Comfort and convenience close to town!
Help 8-Year-Old Maine Athlete Who Qualified for the Olympic Nationals
This fantastically talented 8-year-old Maine boy participated in the Junior Olympics in New England over the weekend. His name is Kenton, and he was attempting to qualify for the 100 meter and 200 meter dash, as per a Facebook post. Guess what? He did it! We have officially now learned...
Dozens of Maine, New Hampshire, & New York Residents Have Fallen Prey to the Shocking Tactics of the ‘Fentanyl Robbery Gang’
For years, we have been hearing about despicable drug dealers who were cutting their drugs with deadly fentanyl, but this is the first time that we have heard about the drug being used to rob people. According to an article on the Fall River Reporter website, the United States Attorney’s...
Maine Things To Do | Sebago Days, Friendship Lobster Boat Races, Aubrey’s Ride
PORTLAND, Maine — Maine Things To Do | July 16-22 When: Registration, 9 a.m.; Race, 10 a.m. When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. & Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. When: Registration, 8 a.m.; Race, 10 a.m. For the latest breaking news, weather, and traffic alerts, download the...
People Living in These 16 Maine Towns Have the Highest Monthly Bills in the State
They are unavoidable. Every month they are due and it seems they just keep getting more and more expensive. They're the bills we get every month, just to keep the lights on the heat going, the roof over our heads, our vehicles running, and the insurance coverage we need to protect everything we own and ourselves.
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