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Bar Harbor celebrates Independence Day
BAR HARBOR, Maine (WABI) - People from all over the country made Bar Harbor their destination for Independence Day. ”We come every year for a lot of years, for 40 or so, and we enjoy the area, the people, the fresh air, all that good stuff,” said Robert Berg, visiting from Corinna.
Erratic driving operation takes turn onto Rockland golf course
ROCKLAND — Reports of speed tend to garner attention. Erratic driving tends to heighten anxiety. But, when a police officer is overheard telling dispatch in an incredulous shrill that he’s now chasing a car through the 13th fairway, the listener stops cold. Rockport and Rockland officers were trying...
Houlton’s Midnight Madness draws 7,000
HOULTON, Maine — It was a Midnight Madness extravaganza of glitz, scents, food, music and neon-lighted bubble shooters as 7,000 people packed into several blocks on Houlton’s historic downtown square on Wednesday night. The annual town event that draws thousands, many returning home for the July 4 holiday,...
Woolwich Council Revisits Cannabis Business Regulations and Budget Appropriations
WOOLWICH- During the Woolwich Township Committee meeting on June 17, discussions were held on the ongoing potential establishment of cannabis businesses in specific areas of the township and budgeting for various repairs. Mayor Natalie Matthias provided an update on an adopted ordinance conditionally permitting certain classes of cannabis to be...
NMCC President Tim Crowley Announces Retirement After Nearly 40 Years of Service
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - After almost 40 years working at Northern Maine Community College, the president is retiring. NMCC President Tim Crowley started at the college in 1985 as dean of students. In 1991 he was named vice president and academic dean. In 2002 he became the president. He...
Low utility line limits access to driveways in Saco neighborhood, I-Team helps get answers
SACO, Maine (WGME) -- The CBS13 I-Team is getting results for a neighborhood in Saco that's been dealing with sagging utility lines impacting access to driveways. The lines, which measure less than than 10 feet off the ground, have left delivery trucks and emergency vehicles unable to go underneath. "As...
Off-duty Maine police officer gets up close and personal with humpback whale
KITTERY, Maine — It's not just any tourist — a humpback whale is visiting Pepperell Cove in Kittery this July 4th weekend. Off-duty Kittery Police Officer Danny Contois captured an amazing video of a young humpback whale scooping up a snack right in front of his fishing vessel Thursday morning.
Freeport's Fourth of July celebration starts with pancakes and ends with fireworks
FREEPORT (WGME) -- The day started and also ends with a bang in Freeport with a long list of activities for the Fourth of July. Festivities started bright and early in Freeport to celebrate the Fourth of July. First with a $10 pancake breakfast that used to be held at...
Fox asks different solar firm about prospective Wiscasset work
A week after Wiscasset’s Marty Fox suggested the town go out to bid on work Johnson Controls has proposed, Fox told selectmen July 2, his check with ReVision Energy indicated the town might, with that firm, save about $1 million. Dean Angeledes, one of Johnson Controls’ representatives on the Wiscasset proposal, told Wiscasset Newspaper, Fox’s statement was wrong about tax credits Johnson Controls would seek.
It’s Today: Music by the Sea in Camden!
Celebrate Independence Day this afternoon and evening at four free musical performances presented by the Camden Rotary Club. Noon – 1:00 pm Bay Chamber Concerts Jazz Ensemble (Village Green) 2:00 – 3:15 pm Mondaynite Jazz Orchestra (MoJO) (Library Amphitheatre) 4:00 – 5:15 pm Gawler Family Band (Library Amphitheatre)...
SNL Alum To Perform Night Of Improv In Rockland
If you watched Saturday Night Live between the years of 1999 and 2006, chances are you witnessed one of the eclectic characters Massachusetts born comedian Rachel Dratch created for the show. Known for her work as "Debbie Downer", "Sheldon" and on of the hot tub "Lovahs", Dratch, who is both...
A Baby has Died in Maine after being Found Unresponsive
A 1-month-old baby died after being found unresponsive at a home on Emery Street in Biddeford. The Maine State Police said the baby was found unresponsive on June 15 around 11 am. Transported to the Hospital. The baby was taken to Southern Maine Hospital in Biddeford and later transferred to...
Police seek help identifying suspects in Livermore Falls school vandalism
LIVERMORE FALLS (WGME) -- Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects who may have vandalized a school property in Livermore Falls. The police department posted a video on social media of two individuals seen walking on Cedar Street. The Lewiston Sun Journal says a bus, building,...
727 OCEAN SUNSET IS NOW OPEN FOR DINNER SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
727 Ocean Sunset Restaurant and Bar is now serving dinner seven days a week. We offer Happy Hour between 4:00 and 5:00pm daily and dinner is served between 5:00 and 8:30pm daily. We feature the music of local musicians every Sunday afternoon and Tuesday evenings. Get away from the hustle and bustle off the harbor and enjoy the cool ocean breezes in East Boothbay. Chef Ethan hails from New Orlean’s and you might discover a taste of Louisiana in some of his dishes. Roxxie is serving up her own special handcrafted cocktails and may we just say, our sunsets are simply spectacular! For more information call 207-633-2800 www.smugglerscoveinn.com.
Artist Talk with Colin Page, July 11
Thursday evening, July 11, 5 p.m., at Page Gallery, 23 Bay View Street in Camden, Artist Colin Page will present. Colin's work is part of the current exhibit, Picnic in the Garden, on display June 20 through July 12. This event is free and open to the public. Page is...
Experience the 17th Century at Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Bureau of Parks and Lands welcomes everyone to experience 17th century Maine during the 17th Century Days at Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site. This family-friendly event, organized by Neill DePaoli, Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site manager, will take place on Saturday...
Listen to the Music in Camden on July 4th
Downtown Camden will be alive with music on Thursday, July 4th, during the Camden Rotary Club’s Music by the Sea celebration.l. Free entertainment will start at noon and continue into the evening:. Here’s the lineup:. Noon – 1:00 pm Bay Chamber Concerts Jazz Ensemble (Village Green) 2:00...
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