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😢 Auburn Mall | Shopping mall in Auburn, Maine 😢 Extremely sad
Shopping malls have become important social and cultural spaces, offering not only a place to shop but also a venue for socializing, entertainment, and community events. Online shopping trends have influenced the retail landscape, but shopping malls continue to be popular destinations for those seeking a diverse and interactive shopping experience. Retail Stores: Malls typically have a wide range of retail stores, including clothing stores, electronics shops, bookstores, and more...
Horse overtakes automobiles in effort to make Fryeburg Fair harness race
FRYEBURG, Maine — Standardbred horses—the primary breed used in harness racing—are known for their versatility, and that versatility came in handy for one woman who feared she’d miss her race at the Fryeburg Fair on Tuesday. Charlene Cushing said she and her husband gave an extra...
Motorcyclist Died after Police Pursuit & Head-on Crash in Maine
A 42-year-old man died after a motorcycle crash with a tractor-trailer following a high-speed police pursuit on Route 93 in Waterford. Head-On Crash with Tractor-Trailer after High-Speed Pursuit. The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office said Thomas Welch from Porter died after he lost control of his 1986 Honda and crashed head-on...
This One Moment at Maine’s Fryeburg Fair Restored My Lost Faith in Humanity
I don't have to explain to you what I mean when I say that the world feels extra cold in the last 5 or so years for you to understand what I'm talking about. I know that you know, and you know that you know. Times don't feel as simple or as positive anymore ever since covid (just an opinion), but there's still lots of things that remind me we're not all totally corrupt. Here's a quick feel good story.
3 Reasons Why Maine’s Fryeburg Fair Trumps All Other Fairs
It's the best time of year again, fair season. As I'm coming down from the high that broadcasting Q97.9's Krissy in the Morning from the Fryeburg Fairgrounds brings, I'm reminded once again why this fair wins every year. There's something about the magic in the air on a fall weekend day that only this fairground brings and I'm gonna take my best shot at figuring out why. Besides the obvious fact, that yes, the Fryeburg Fair is the largest agricultural fair in Maine, fryeburgfair.com has the real info. Check these facts out.
South Portland woman seriously injured after being run over by truck
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — A woman from South Portland was seriously injured when she collided with a truck while operating a scooter and was then run over by the truck. South Portland police said the incident happened around 9 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of Main Street and Cornell Street.
Portland police seek help finding a missing 25-year-old woman
PORTLAND, Maine — Portland police are seeking the public's help to locate a missing woman who was last seen on Monday. The Portland Police Department shared a report Friday evening on their social media page with a request for help to find 25-year-old Hannah Chalou-Tardiff. Police said she last...
'It's been effective': Maine sheriff's office tests AI software to write police reports
PORTLAND, Maine — Artificial Intelligence (AI) could soon be used to help Maine police agencies save time writing police reports. This summer, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office tested out the technology and found it to be "effective" at allowing deputies to focus more on actual policing and creating in-depth reports.
Magical Unicorn Caterpillar Taking Maine by Surprise, Horn and All
For those familiar with the wildlife of Maine, you know there are certain creatures you could stumble upon and say, “What the heck is that?”. They capture your attention and you wonder why you’ve never seen it until now. Curiosity sparks and then you are fated to deep dive into Google to find out what exactly you are staring at.
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Portland, Maine’s Time and Temperature Building
It's one of the most iconic buildings in all of Maine and has a century-old history that you may not know about. Portland, Maine's Time & Temperature Building has been a landmark for people in the greater Portland area for most of the past 100 years. Here are 5 things...
8 Places in Southern Maine Where You Can Adopt or Foster a Pet
Thinking about adding a furry friend to your household? I have always been a big fan of adoption from a shelter, but fostering is another great option if you're not ready for a long-term commitment and want to help out an animal in need of a temporary home. Pet adoptions...
Fire crews in Old Orchard Beach finish training to battle EV fires
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — As electrical vehicles are becoming more prevalent on our roadways, fire departments are learning how to best stop EV fires. On Friday, Old Orchard Beach fire crews finished training on new gear specifically designed to handle EV fires. The department recently purchased a special nozzle and fire blanket to help contain these types of fires, according to Old Orchard Beach Deputy Fire Chief Clif Whitten.
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