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The love on stage at Maine State Music Theatre isn’t staged. It’s real.
BRUNSWICK, Maine — Darien Crago and Daniel Plimpton, two of the lead actors in Maine State Music Theatre’s production of "White Christmas," portray a couple who fall in love and become engaged. Playing the roles did not require a tremendous leap of imagination. They met 10 years ago...
You Could Own an Entire Island in Maine for the Price of a Condo in Biddeford
If you have a boat, can travel to an island, and are willing to let go of some amenities, you could own your very own island in Maine!. It's called Chance Island and is located in Machiasport. The island is on a stunning 44 acres and includes two beautiful cottages! It's listed by DOWNEAST PROPERTIES, INC.
Officials say thousands of needles were picked up at former Sanford homeless encampment
SANFORD (WGME) -- Officials in Sanford believe about 14,000 needles were picked up at the site of a former homeless encampment. The dozens of people living there were told to leave in mid-June. “There were three 20-gallon medical sharp containers full that were removed,” Sanford City Manager Steven Buck said....
The Ripple Effect: Old Orchard Beach swimmers in greater danger following winter's storms
OLD ORCHARD BEACH (WGME) - This summer, thousands of beachgoers have visited the 7 miles of Saco Bay's sandy shore, but in some spots, they're meeting an increased danger. "It's definitely a different beach from a year ago," Old Orchard Beach motel owner J.J. Mokarzel said. Each week, Old Orchard...
Maine Mariners to be Sold to Dexter Paine
The Maine Mariners announced on Tuesday, July 23rd that Dexter Paine has reached agreement to purchase the team from Comcast Spectacor. A native of North Conway, New Hampshire, and lifelong Boston Bruins fan, Dexter Paine has long been a leading voice in organized elite sports. Since 2021, he has served as a member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Board of Directors and is on both the boards of US Biathlon and United States Ski and Snowboard. He is actively involved in the Salt Lake City 2034 Olympic Winter Games bid, and currently serves as a member of the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (FIS) Council. He is the co-founder and Chairman of Paine Schwartz Partners, a private equity firm specializing in sustainable food chain investing.
York residents sue to stop new cellular antennas on water tank
YORK (WGME) -- Two York residents are suing to try to prevent a new cellular facility from being installed. AT&T wants to put six-panel antennas on a water tank in York to help boost cell service in the area, which it says is weak. Two residents are appealing the project's...
Skowhegan tops 36ers in American Legion Southern Zone championship
The Boothbay 36ers may be down, but they are not out of the Maine State American Legion tournament. Skowhegan defeated Boothbay, 4-3, on July 22 in the Maine State American Legion Senior Baseball tournament. Skowhegan earns the No. 1 south seed in this weekend’s state tournament in Bangor. Boothbay will be the No. 2 south seed. The 36ers will play at 4:30 p.m. on July 27 at Mansfield Stadium. Each of the four state tournament participants also play a Sunday game.
With Walgreens as long-term tenant, Portland building is sold to NY investor for $6.25M
A retail property leased to Walgreens in Portland that was on the market for a little over a year recently found a buyer who considered it a good investment. Cam Kenmar 3 LLC bought 616 Forest Ave. from Riverwood Commercial Properties Inc. for $6.25 million. Chris Pascucci and Brian Dano...
Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse
The Ogunquit Playhouse is filling its summer nights with a little night music- literally. “A Little Night Music” is a sophisticated musical comedy with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler set in early 20th century Sweden. The story revolves around a complex web of relationships and romantic entanglements among the privileged upper class.
Saco proposes increase in stipend for elected officials
Saco residents in November may be asked to give elected officials a raise. Saco city councilors, per the city charter, receive a $1200 annual stipend, and the mayor receives a $3600 annual stipend. School board members receive the same compensation as city councilors. Councilor Phil Hatch said at Monday night’s...
Town of Rockport and seven Midcoast businesses in line for grants to repair working waterfront infrastructure
Rockport may get $2 million in resilience funding from the State of Maine, and several businesses in the Midcoast are to likewise receive grants from the same fund, albeit with lesser amounts of money. The office of Maine Governor Janet Mills announced July 22 that 68 working waterfronts were set...
Southwest Harbor names new town manager
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — The Select Board has approved the appointment of Karen Reddersen as the next town manager. Her contract is for three years. The decision was unanimous and followed an executive session held by the board on Tuesday.
Community rallies for Seawall Road
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — The community rallied as five local contractors begin the much-anticipated repairs on Seawall Road, which had been closed since March due to storm damage. These contractors are collectively donating more than $100,000 worth of equipment, labor and supplies to the cause and hope to complete the work in short order, as the weather allows.
Bucksport Pool Going to the Dogs August 24
Fido will want you to circle Saturday, August 24th on the calendar! That's the day for the 3rd Annual Doggy Paddle Fundraiser. Once the Bucksport Pool closes for the season, the Bucksport Recreation/YMCA will turn the Tim Emery Pool to the dogs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's their chance to cool off, and show their best doggy paddle!
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