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Belmont family raises awareness after loved one dies from tickborne illness
BELMONT, Maine — The family of a Waldo County woman who died last month is working to raise awareness about an illness transmitted by deer ticks that's more dangerous than Lyme. Arlene Crabtree died last month of complications from babesiosis, a tickborne illness that destroys red blood cells. The...
‘Marigolds for a Cause’ sale happening Saturday in Holden
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A Holden woman is making a difference, one marigold at a time. When Stephanie Chesley sets her mind on something, there’s no stopping her. Her latest endeavor started when the Health Equity Alliance approached Literacy Volunteers of Bangor about helping out at their new HEART Center, a safe haven for homeless people.
Lewiston Commission Finally Interviews Army Social Worker, Finds She Had No Contact with Shooter
The state commission investigating the Lewiston mass shooting finally succeeded in interviewing an Army social worker, but Thursday's hearing quickly revealed that she had little to nothing to do with the case. Patricia Moloney, a contracted civilian medical professional who helps run the Army Reserve's psychological health program, told the...
Second fox tests positive for rabies in Maine city
A second fox has tested positive for rabies in the city of Bath, Maine, less than three weeks after another fox had tested positive. Bath police said they responded to the area of Route 1 near Leonard Court around 6 a.m. Monday after receiving two reports of a sick-acting young fox that had been wandering around the Big Apple store and repeatedly walking into traffic, causing a hazard and risk to public safety.
Nature Photography Presentation July 24
Rutherford Library in South Bristol is excited to host an encore presentation of Lee Emmons and his nature photography at the library at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24. Emmons is a photographer and nature writer as well as a math teacher at Medomak Valley High School. A resident of Newcastle, he regularly shares his nature photography with libraries and assisted living facilities in Lincoln County.
Edgecomb officials to inspect Pioneer Motel violations
An April Maine Department of Health and Human Services inspection of Pioneer Motel in Edgecomb identified three critical and 11 non-critical violations of Maine Rules Relating to Lodging Establishments. The alleged violations included rodent infestation, lack of adequate cleaning, no commercial laundry facility, improper linen storage, missing smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, improper extension cord use, no material safety data sheets for on-site chemicals in use, loose and rotten handrails, and equipment and facilities needing maintenance, repair, or replacement.
Wight Street road work expected to be 'substantially' done by the end of August
BELFAST -- Work on Wight Street in Belfast has been well underway for over a month. Wight Street, is described as a major downtown side street by Belfast Economic Development Director Thomas Kittredge, who says the work is much-needed. The comprehensive street infrastructure improvement project on Wight Street is contracted...
Landscaping around tunnel will be addressed
The Woolwich selectboard acknowledged a significant amount of landscaping was needed around the pedestrian underpass adjacent to the Tanner Square Memorial on Route One. The board visited the tunnel following their July 17 meeting. Wild bamboo, ivy, overgrown tree limbs and other vegetation has grown up on both sides of the paved walkways. The area was last cleared away in 2018 when the tunnel was repainted in an art project by students of Woolwich Central School.
Time Running Out: Bid It to Win It Online Maine Auction Ends Today, July 19
Make sure you go and bid on the items in our online auction before time runs out. You could save so much money in scoring these premium items. Need a reminder on what is up for bid? Let's break it down for you. The Bid It to Win It auction...
Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Drug Trafficking in Maine
A 27-year-old man was sentenced to five years for drug trafficking and possession of meth in Maine. Man Sentenced to 60 Months for Drug Trafficking and Possession. Angel Luis Lozano from Lowell, Massachusetts will serve 60 months in federal prison. He will also have five years of supervised release. He entered a guilty plea on February 15, 2024.
58-Year-Old Woman Died after Single-Vehicle Crash in Maine
A 58-year-old woman died Monday after a crash on Starks Street in Anson. Valerie Hoyt of Industry was pronounced dead at the scene of the single-vehicle accident, said police. Hoyt veered off the roadway and crashed on the side of the road, according to the Morning Sentinel. Ongoing Crash Investigation.
5TYNTK July 18: Biden Positive For Covid, Maine Teen Not Guilty, Biddeford Pizza Clash, YMCA Camp, Clam Fest
President Joe Biden tested positive for the coronavirus. Officials at the White House stated Biden is experiencing mild symptoms. They also added that the president is vaccinated and boosted. (WGME) Tristan Hamilton, a Maine teenager was found not guilty of trying to enlist others in a plan to commit a...
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