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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.
Meet Jane Oliver-Gravel, Sales Agent at Newcastle Realty
Born and raised here in the Mid-coast, Jane has since raised four of her own children in this close-knit community. Seeking a post-retirement career in real estate, Jane looks forward to using her knowledge of the area while connecting individuals and families to their dream homes. In her spare time, Jane enjoys volunteering with several local organizations and spending quality time with her seven grandchildren.
Maine Democrats continue to sound alarm about another Trump presidency
Democratic Gov. Janet Mills speaks at the launch of Women for Biden-Harris in Maine on July 18. (Emma Davis/ Maine Morning Star) Gov. Janet Mills echoed President Joe Biden’s remarks earlier this week, pledging Thursday to continue to speak out strongly for democracy. This comes as Republicans in Maine...
Teens bike from Florida to Maine to raise money, advocate
PORTLAND, Maine — A group of teenagers, and their coaches, is on an incredible bike ride that has brought them from Miami Beach all the way to Maine. The Bike Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) Dream Team pedaled through Portland Wednesday, exactly one month after leaving from Florida. "The BRAG...
Beer, Cars & Pie: Piscataquis River Festival Celebrates 20 Years
Some of Maine's best parts of summer are the many festivals and fairs folks have across the state. A lot of work goes into organizing these community events, and many of them have been taking place for decades. In the Piscataquis County town of Guilford, the Piscataquis River Festival is...
HAPPY HOUR DAILY FROM 4:00-5:00PM At 727 OCEAN SUNSET BAR
Come enjoy Happy Hour every day from 4:00 to 5:00pm at 727 Ocean Sunset Bar at Smuggler’s Cove Inn. Happy hour includes well drinks and select wines and beers. Restaurant and Bar closed Wednesdays. For more information call 207-633-2800. www.smugglerscoveinn.com.
Nature Photography Presentation July 24
Rutherford Library in South Bristol is excited to host an encore presentation of Lee Emmons and his nature photography at the library at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24. Emmons is a photographer and nature writer as well as a math teacher at Medomak Valley High School. A resident of Newcastle, he regularly shares his nature photography with libraries and assisted living facilities in Lincoln County.
Edgecomb officials to inspect Pioneer Motel violations
An April Maine Department of Health and Human Services inspection of Pioneer Motel in Edgecomb identified three critical and 11 non-critical violations of Maine Rules Relating to Lodging Establishments. The alleged violations included rodent infestation, lack of adequate cleaning, no commercial laundry facility, improper linen storage, missing smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, improper extension cord use, no material safety data sheets for on-site chemicals in use, loose and rotten handrails, and equipment and facilities needing maintenance, repair, or replacement.
Maine man at center of Cushing death case claims police beat him after arrest
One of the men at the center of a death investigation in Cushing says he was beaten by Maine State Police when he was brought into custody after a standoff in Augusta. Jason Hewett appeared remotely in a Knox County Court on Thursday. The state asked for his bond to...
Lobster rolls, a cookie walk, and fellowship: Who could ask for more?
The annual United Methodist Church (UMC) Country Fair and Lobster Roll Luncheon and Cookie Walk returned to its original in-person format this year. Held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event drew a steady stream of people to Southport Town Hall July 17. For those coming to the luncheon with friends or family who didn’t think lobster was “all that,” a hot dog lunch was served with a bag of potato chips and homemade cupcake with ice tea or lemonade.
Belmont family raises awareness after loved one dies from tickborne illness
BELMONT, Maine — The family of a Waldo County woman is raising awareness about an illness that is transmitted by deer ticks, an illness more dangerous than Lyme. Eighty-year-old Arlene Crabtree died last month of complications from Babesiosis, a tickborne illness that destroys red blood cells. The Maine CDC said there have been 85 cases so far this year.
Boothbay In Bloom Summer Fair: Good fun in the sunshine
The Boothbay In Bloom Summer Fair, held on Boothbay Common July 13 by Boothbay Region Garden Club, featured Club shops and region organizations offering information and fun for all ages. The BRGC activity with Bonnie Ginger was for the birds, no pun intended, stuffing pine cones with sunflower and almond...
Bath records 2nd rabid fox case in 3 weeks after yearslong lull
BATH, Maine — After several years without a rabies case in Bath, two animals have been found to have the deadly virus within the last few weeks. On Monday, Bath police responded to an area near Route 1 after receiving calls about a fox that was acting strange and weaving in and out of traffic.
Why BRLT supports the Boothbay Region Clean Drinking Water Initiative
Boothbay Region Land Trust (BRLT) is an organization with a mission to conserve land for the public benefit. We accomplish our mission through land acquisition, environmental education, and responsible stewardship. We do these things for the benefit of the general public as an organization whose mission is focused on sustainability and sensitivity to our community’s needs. The Boothbay Region public drinking water supply is from a surface water source. It is limited in its capacity and is relied upon by the community. The Board of Directors and staff of BRLT feel very strongly that being part of a collaboration working towards the preservation of clean drinking water is important.
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