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Scientist say Passamaquoddy Bay has highest amount of breeding Great White Sharks on the East Coast.
A Canadian fish ecologist has hypothesized that Passamaquoddy Bay near the US-Canada border has the “greatest aggregation of large, breeding sharks in the 18- to 20-foot range of any place along the East Coast”. According to the Bangor Daily News, Steve Crawford from the University of Guelph in...
Vassalboro apple orchard owners prepare for busy fall season
VASSALBORO, Maine (WABI) - With fall right around the corner, apple orchards across the state are preparing for their busiest season. Lemieux Orchards in Vassalboro has been around since the mid-60s. ”Dad started in 1964, and it was a family business, all my brothers and sisters know how to plant...
52-Year-Old Man Died Working at a Solar Farm in Maine
A 52-year-old man died Thursday morning while working at a solar farm on Surry Road in Surry. The Maine State Police said Edwin Kendall Jones from Washington, Maine “suffered a medical event while working at the site.”. Cause and Manner of Death. His body was transported to the Office...
County Bluegrass Festival a haven for music fans from near and far
FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine – Whether they were newcomers or familiar with the event, everyone found a reason to enjoy the latest County Bluegrass Festival on Friday. Since launching the festival in 2006, Stev and Nancy Rogeski have been dedicated to bringing fan favorites and emerging performers, and this year is no exception.
While an agency dawdles, a Machias dike remains crippled with winter storms approaching
One recent late August evening, a few tourists gathered on the deck of Helen’s Restaurant overlooking the Machias River. The summer holdouts tugged sweaters closer and steadied their glasses while trapping napkins that threatened to fly away. This time of year, the river’s susurrus breezes grow colder and lustier, as if crying out to Machias Bay and the open sea just around the bend.
York considers zoning change to bring more businesses to York Village
YORK (WGME) -- Buying Long Sands Beach won't be the only initiative on the York ballot this November. Voters will also consider a zoning change, which town leaders believe will help revitalize the York Village downtown district. The change would require any new development to include commercial space on the...
Schools Consider Banning Student Cell Phones
The Sanford School Committee took a first step on Aug. 19 toward prohibiting student use of cell phones during the school day. It held a first reading on a proposal that still faces more discussion, surveys of students, parents, teachers and administrators, and a second reading before it can be approved.
CHS Alumni Association Recognition Award goes to USAF vet with academic accomplishments
On Friday, August 9, 2024, the Camden High School (CHS) Alumni Association held its 118th Annual Alumni Banquet at the Elks Club Lodge in Rockland, Maine. There were 122 alumni and guests who attended the event with classes from 1948 TO 1968. One of the highlights of the evening program...
Raise a glass: Craft Brew Festival returns to Skowhegan this Saturday
SKOWHEGAN, Maine (WABI) - All you craft beer enthusiasts will want to get to Skowhegan on Saturday. Hundreds of people from across the country and Canada will be in town for the annual Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival. The event has been driving visitation to the central Maine regions on Labor...
Enter To Win Tickets to Post Malone Show + After-Party in Bangor
When Post Malone brings his F-1000000000000 Tour to Bangor, we want our loyal listeners to be at the show. And, it's going to be a good one!. Post's show will be among the biggest ever seen on the Bangor waterfront, and we want to see you there. Plus, if you're our lucky winner, we're also going to send you to the "official" after-party!
Little Shop of Horrors at Ogunquit Playhouse
Now playing on stage at the Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, Maine, the musical comedy ” Little Shop of Horrors.”. This musical was born from the creative genius of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken and has been devouring the hearts of theater lovers for over 30 years. “Little Shop of...
Blue Hill Fair returns this Labor Day weekend
BLUE HILL, Maine (WABI) - The Blue Hill Fair has returned for another summer!. The over 100-year-old country fair has been dubbed “the Labor Day tradition in Downeast Maine” by organizers. Running through this weekend into Labor Day, there’s plenty to see and do!. Fun rides, a...
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