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Lewiston mass shooting victims honored at annual butterfly release
LEWISTON, Maine — Close to a thousand monarch butterflies were released Saturday in Lewiston as a tribute to the lives of loved ones lost, including the victims of the Lewiston mass shootings. Hosted by Andwell Health Partners, the event has been running for 15 years for families as a...
UPDATE: Missing Bar Harbor Man found safe
BAR HARBOR, Maine (WABI) - The Bar Harbor Mount Desert Police Department posted on Facebook that Adam Walton has been found and is safe. A search had previously been underway for the 45-year-old. In a Facebook post the department wrote the following: The Bar Harbor Mount Desert Police Department, with...
Brunswick First Responders honor members of community in Tri for a Cure
This Sunday, members of the Brunswick Police and Fire Department will be participating in the 2024 Tri for a Cure. The triathlon raises money for the Maine Cancer Foundation, and these first responders are participating to honor and support members of their community. "One of our supervisors passed away in...
Free movie night in Bangor features 'Wonka'
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - People got the chance to travel to Wonka’s Chocolate Factory right in Bangor Friday night. The public was invited to a free Movie in the park event at the Maine Savings Amphitheater. Wonka started at 6:30 on the lawn. Concessions were open for people to...
Pop-up coffee shop share Ukrainian culture in Lewiston
LEWISTON (WGME) -- There was a new option for coffee and sweets in Lewiston Friday. Surrounded by art from Ukrainian artists, Solodko, a Ukrainian bakery based in Boston, and Kavka, a coffee roaster in Camden, teamed up to create a pop-up Ukrainian coffee shop at Munka Gallery on Lisbon Street.
Neil Patrick Harris visits friends on the Seacoast
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Famously known for his role on the television show “How I Met Your Mother," actor Neil Patrick Harris was spotted with his husband David Burtka visiting the Seacoast. The couple enjoyed local seafood from Frisbee Wharf on Thursday while visiting friends. Harris enjoyed a haddock...
The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s New Golf Coach Graduated from UMPI
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) -The University of Maine Presque Isle has welcomed two new coaches this year, a new cross country coach and a new head golf coach. Last week we introduced you to the head cross country coach. Tonight we focus on the new head golf coach Michael Boone, who is coming into familiar territory. He graduated from UMPI with a bachelor of science in 2019. In 2018 he consistently led the golf team. Although he enjoyed his time there, he didn’t start at UMPI.
Camden National Bank now accepting 2024 Leaders & Luminaries nominations to honor outstanding nonprofit board members
CAMDEN – Camden National Bank announced that nominations are open for the 2024 Leaders & Luminaries Awards. The annual awards honor four outstanding nonprofit board members who go above and beyond to dedicate themselves to strategic leadership and advancing their organizations, with a total of $20,000 in grants available.
Sprint Cars of New England bring hundreds to Unity Raceway
UNITY, Maine (WABI) - It was an absolutely fantastic night in Unity for some racing. On Friday Hundreds made it out to the Unity Raceway for the Sprint Cars of New England. The night kicked off with a meet and greet as fans got the chance to interact with the drivers and see their cars up close.
Bramnick in Maine with Former President Bush
Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21), 2025 Republican candidate for governor, is spending time this weekend with an old friend and ally: former President George W. Bush. Bramnick and wife Patricia – herself an artist – accompanied the Bushs at the former president’s studio on Walker’s Point in Kennebunkport.
Sen. Collins says Army could release report on Lewiston shooter next week
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Senator Susan Collins says the Army's report on Lewiston mass shooter Robert Card could be released in a week. Members of Card's military unit testified they had concerns about Card's mental health months before the shootings that left 18 dead and 13 injured. After months of delays,...
UMaine's Jeremiah Jenkins eyes pro draft after stellar collegiate career
On Sunday, baseball's Major League Draft kicks off with round one! There will be 20 rounds in all!. And for the second straight year, Maine baseball will have another Black Bear in the pros. After three stellar years at UMaine, junior first baseman Jeremiah Jenkins should get the call!. Jenkins...
New center in Auburn aims to connect police officers with children, teens
LEWISTON (WGME) -- Construction is officially underway on a new facility in Auburn where police officers can connect with local children and teens. Senator Susan Collins joined a groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning for the new Auburn Police Activities League, or "PAL," Center. It will replace the current center on Chestnut...
New Caribou Track Available for the Whole Community
CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - Last year Caribou High School had to go to Presque Isle to hold track and field practices. This upcoming track season they’ll have the largest track in the County. This track is not just meant for the High School’s use. Starting Monday the Caribou track will be open to the public. This is the first time the track has been resurfaced since 2002. Trying to find a safe place to walk can be a struggle sometimes, But as long as you’re not riding a bike or in a motor vehicle, the track is the perfect place for anyone in the County.
Limerick opens brand new fire station
LIMERICK (WGME) -- With the ceremonial "uncoupling of a hose," Limerick's new fire station is officially open. The town held a dedication ceremony and open house Friday afternoon for its new fire and EMS station. The fire chief says the new station was badly needed because the last one wasn't...
New Hampshire Warns Boaters of Dangerous Conditions on Connecticut River
Concord, NH – Heavy rainfall has led to dangerous conditions on the Connecticut River and its tributaries, prompting a safety warning from the New Hampshire State Police – Marine Patrol. Boaters and swimmers are advised to exercise extreme caution due to elevated water flows and debris in the river.
Dating websites allegedly used to lure victims into deadly trap
Scranton, Pa. — A gang of drug dealers and thieves used dating websites to lure victims into a trap that resulted in victims being drugged, beaten, and robbed, according to the attorney general's office. In four instances, victims who were drugged died as a result of an overdose, said Gerard Karam of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Amanda Marie Correa, 29, Robert Andrew Barnes,...
One dead in fiery collision on East Main Street in Conway
CONWAY — A motor vehicle crash on July 12 resulted in a fatality and a fire when a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck collided on East Main Street at about 3:57 p.m. Conway Police Department officers arrived at the scene to find a 2022 Peterbilt tractor pulling a 2009 Manac trailer had collided with a 2002 Ford F150 pickup truck.
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