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Fans of historic Moosehead steamer singing a brand-new tune
By his own admission, Travis Wallace of Greenville is — with the possible exception of Tiny Tim — he most unlikely musical artist imaginable. He’s written song lyrics for years but never put them to use because he didn’t know how to play an instrument. “I finally said to myself, ‘Well, this is kind of dumb.’” He borrowed his daughter’s guitar and began learning basic chords. That was a year ago.
Set for Success ‘success’ in Wiscasset
Wiscasset Feed Our Scholars is pleased to announce the “success” of our Back-to-School event, Wiscasset Set for Success, held on Aug. 11 at Wiscasset Community Center. “This event would not have been possible without the incredible support and dedication of our community and volunteers,” said Gretchen Burleigh-Johnson, Wiscasset Feed Our Scholars director.
Tiger Colby wins Late Model 75 at Wiscasset Speedway
With other local short tracks taking the weekend off, Wiscasset Speedway saw an increased number of drivers in the pits and fans in the stands on Saturday as they hosted their Group 2 divisions. The program, which was sponsored by Mainely Karting, also included an extended 75-lap race for the Wood Pellet Warehouse Late Models and a 20-lap exhibition race for LST Motorsports Park’s Champ Karts.
Portland launches ‘Shop Around the World’ to promote ethnic grocers, diverse businesses
The city of Portland’s Office of Economic Opportunity has launched "Shop Around the World," a program to spotlight and celebrate the diversity of ethnic grocers and diverse businesses in the Woodfords Corner neighborhood. In collaboration with the Friends of Woodford Corner, the initiative will feature promotional tents at the...
Kennebunk Charter proposal under fire: Two members oppose town council shift
KENNEBUNK, Maine — The Kennebunk Select Board will hold a public hearing on Sept. 10 for a proposed town charter calling for a new form of local government. When residents speak that evening, they will weigh in on a document crafted by a Charter Commission that includes two members who oppose it. After more than 18 months of work, the commission presented its final report to the Select Board earlier this month. ...
Greenville land use ordinance housing amendments approved
GREENVILLE — For most of the year the Greenville Planning Board has been working on an affordable housing density ordinance to be in compliance with state regulations — LD 2003 “An Act To Implement the Recommendations of the Commission To Increase Housing Opportunities in Maine by Studying Zoning and Land Use Restrictions.” During a special town meeting on Aug. 7 a pair of related amendments to the Greenville Land Use Ordinance were approved, Select Chair Geno Murray said during the ensuing select board meeting.
Maine sired trotters wrap at Skowhegan
Skowhegan, ME — The Maine Sire Stakes closed out the week of racing at the historic Skowhegan State Fair on Saturday (Aug. 18) with four $19,000-plus divisions of 2- and 3-year-old trotters rolling down the lively midway before and during the afternoon pari-mutuel card. Freshmen trotter Whatawonder (Whataworkout-Molly McGuire)...
Hundreds watch as Cardboard Boat Challenge returns to Belfast
BELFAST, Maine (WABI) - 2024′s Belfast Harbor Fest came to a close as people competed in the annual cardboard boat challenge. “I think we had 500 people here, and that’s the kind of crowds we’ve had the last two or three years. We had over 20 boats participating. We didn’t know until yesterday or until this morning, if we had any more than the one that was built yesterday afternoon,” stated Duke Marston, Announcer, Cardboard Boat Challenge.
Rockport Town Manager’s Report and Update: Main Street road work, revaluation progress, EMS
In advance of the Aug. 19 Select Board meeting, the Rockport Town Manager produced the following report and update. Town Manager’s Report and Update August 19, 2024. Project Updates. This week, our crews returned to Main Street to resume our efforts of brush cutting and ditching along the stretch of Main Street between Route 1 and Simonton’s Corner. Next week, a contractor will be grinding up the failed asphalt road base prior to paving a base coat this summer. We expect some additional drainage work will be necessary near the intersection with Park Street at Simonton’s Corner which should extend into early September. While we hope to pave Main Street with a binder coat as soon as we can after the reclamation processing, we would ask motorists to avoid the area until paving has been completed on the entirety of this section of road. The less our road crews have to contend with managing traffic and maintaining a heavily traveled road which will be dirt for a short spell, the better. We will be placing signage on either end of this section of Main Street to limit this area to “Local Traffic Only.” While we hope to have this area paved prior to the start of school, motorists should be aware of these issues.
Cori Celebrates National Radio Day with look at her past 24 years in the biz
In honor of National Radio Day, let me take you on a little trip down memory lane on what I call "Cori's Radio Adventure" because that's truly what it's been!. As you'll see, from some of the pictures and descriptions below, I've had the honor of working with some really great folks, while on this long, strange trip!
Maine delegation joins Democratic National Convention
CHICAGO — TheDemocratic National Convention gets underway Monday in Chicago, and delegates from across the country are gathering. That includes 32 delegates and two alternates from Maine. Maine's delegation includes Gov. Janet Mills, who will take part in a Women's Governor panel on Wednesday. Many members of the delegation started arriving in Chicago over the weekend.
Air conditioners help alleviate effects of climate change but also contribute to it
PORTLAND, Maine — Summers in Maine are getting warmer because of climate change. Of course, we aren't alone in that trend. As global temperatures increase because of carbon emissions, the warmest months of the year are tipping into the extreme in many parts of the world. That trend has...
Boothbay – Boothbay Harbor CSD bus schedules
Bus schedules are subject to change. All buses will leave the schools between 6:40-7 a.m. to start pickups. Bus 1--driven by Mr. Mike Drummond—Country Club Rd, Butler Rd. 6:53, right on Pension Ridge Rd. (East) 6:59, Pleasant Cove Road 7:01-turn around – Pension Ridge 7:06, onto Hardwick Rd 7:09, right on.
Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival wraps up
The Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival, now 30 years running, has come and gone. The fate of the event was up in the air after the Great Falls Balloon Festival had to be canceled a few months ago. Both Lewiston and Auburn then rose to the occasion to host a rebranded version...
Cascade of flowers at Aug. 29 Wiscasset Art Walk
Chicken wire, sticks, and dried hydrangeas, put to an artful purpose, are the tools of the trade for dried floral designer Maria Salcines. During Wiscasset Art Walk on Thursday, Aug. 29, from 4 to 7 p.m., Salcines will install a cascading arrangement of dried florals in Wiscasset Village. Although much planning will have gone into the presentation, Salcines will be improvising the installation throughout the evening. Visitors are welcome to stop by to watch, ask and enjoy.
Man Arrested for Drugs, Robbery and Assaulting Teen in Maine
A 38-year-old man was arrested for selling marijuana to teens, assaulting a 15-year-old and stealing his shoes, sweatshirt, and cell phone in Auburn. Man Arrested for Robbing and Assaulting 15-Year-Old Ryan Jolicoeur was charged with Robbery, Theft, Assault and Aggravated Drug Trafficking. Stole Teen’s Shoes, Sweatshirt and Phone. The...
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