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New Yorker cartoonist hosts conversation, laughs in Damariscotta
DAMARISCOTTA (WGME) – There was plenty of laughter at the Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta Thursday night. Liza Donnelly, a cartoonist and writer for the New Yorker, hosted a conversation about women cartoonists, the history of cartoonists and her new documentary film. Donnelly has been a cartoonist with the New...
Gov. Mills responds to needle concerns in Sanford
SANFORD (WGME) -- The Sanford city manager has estimated more than 14,000 needles were collected from a former encampment site. Governor Janet Mills signed an executive order early in the pandemic, relaxing rules for the state’s syringe exchange program. It also meant people could get more clean needles at...
Annual Kneading Conference in Skowhegan kicks off Maine's largest bread fair
SKOWHEGAN -- It's that time of year again where lovers of bread and baking make their way to Skowhegan for Maine's largest bread fair. The Maine Artisan Bread Fair is on Saturday July 26, but leading up to it is the annual Kneading Conference on Thursday and Friday that organizers say has grown to be a premiere national.
Southport approves 2 land use ordinances at special town meeting
Southport voters overwhelming approved two amendments to the land use ordinance during a July 24 special town meeting. Just over 60 voters approved the two amendments. One regards state LD 2003, which requires municipalities to take action in creating more affordable housing. The law prohibits municipalities from limiting housing to one unit per lot and allows for less restrictive ordinances to meet state goals.
Community chips in to help a Portland man at risk of eviction keep his home
PORTLAND, Maine — Neighbors and strangers are banding together by donating money to help a Portland man keep his home where he has lived for the past 52 years. Darryl Crabtree, who has cognitive challenges, helped care for his elderly parents in their home on Maine Avenue in Portland for years until they both passed away. '
4-year-old boy found wandering was seeking help for father, police say
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Police responding to a report of a 4-year-old boy walking alone on Thursday, July 18, did not realize he was seeking help. When an officer of the Old Orchard Beach Police Department walked the boy a quarter-mile back to his home, he found the boy's father had suffered a medical event. Police say he was taken to Maine Medical Center and has since made a full recovery.
Bristol to Move Forward with Comp Plan Edits Without Committee
The Bristol Select Board will not reform the town’s comprehensive plan committee to address needed edits to the draft plan and will instead enlist the services of the Midcoast Council of Governments in Damariscotta. The Wednesday, July 17 decision brings to a close weeks of discussion between the select...
Maine’s WIGY Cuts Ties with Morning Duo Mark and Sara
After four years, Bennett Radio Group’s 105.5/95.7 WIGY (WIGY-AM) in Lewiston, Maine has cut morning hosts Mark Turcotte and Sara Poulin. July 24 was the station’s last day to air the WIGY Breakfast Club, with the duo’s departure announced on social media. The. , “Bennett Radio Group...
South Portland police seek public’s help to identify Dollar Tree incident suspect
SOUTH PORTLAND — The South Portland Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in a recent incident at a local Dollar Tree store. In a statement released Thursday, the department appealed to the public, referring to aid in the identification...
Local author presents classic film ‘That's Entertainment!’
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the acclaimed documentary “That’s Entertainment!” with a special screening at the Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta Saturday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. This year marks the centennial of the founding of film studio Metro- Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), which produced a series of musicals whose...
Sandy River Ramblers to Play at Lincoln Home Lobsterbake August 10
The Annual Lobster & More community event returns to The Lincoln Home Saturday, August 10, with a lively five member bluegrass band, The Sandy River Ramblers. The fundraiser will be held 4-7pm under a large tent, rain or shine. Mouthwatering Maine lobsters, barbecue chicken, clams, Damariscotta River oysters, corn on the cob, potato and pasta salads, and delicious blueberry cake will be served. Wine, beer and a soecialty drink will be available for purchase.
Call for artists: ‘Abstract’ show at River Arts
River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work for their upcoming juried show, “Abstract.” Artists are invited to submit works that are nonrepresentational as well as abstract work inspired by landscape, figure or still life. Submissions are now open until the drop off deadline Saturday, Aug. 10 at 4 p.m. The gallery is pleased to announce the juror will be Alan Crichton of Liberty, Maine.
Troop 213 Spend Week at Camp Hinds
Damariscotta Scout Troop 213 wrapped up another successful year at Camp Hinds in Raymond earlier in July. During the week of July 14-19, the troop participated in several camp wide activities, placing second in the clean camp challenge and sharing first place in the skills competition with the Camden Troop 200.
Syringes Found In Bottles & Cans Prompts New Policy For Brewer Business
It's no secret that the issue of finding needles in places they should not be has become more and more of a problem in Eastern Maine, specifically in the Bangor and Brewer areas. It's even gotten to the point that the City of Bangor has teamed up with some local...
Chats With Champions welcomes Ruth Monsell
Chats with Champions is proud to present Ruth Monsell on Thursday, Aug. 1, at 10 a.m. in Porter Hall at Skidompha Public Library. Ms. Monsell will talk about her biography, “Frances Perkins: Champion of American Workers.”. Under President Roosevelt, Perkins was the first female cabinet member and Secretary of...
Maine Farmland Trust to Purchase Morris Farm in Wiscasset
Despite its closure to the public last fall, The Morris Farm in Wiscasset will continue to be part of the community, as Maine Farmland Trust is currently in the process of purchasing the farm. Past and present board members of The Morris Farm Trust, which owns The Morris Farm, and...
Kennebunkport officials warn against swimming in Batson and Little rivers due to bacteria
KENNEBUNKPORT (WGME) -- Kennebunkport officials have issued an advisory, asking people to avoid swimming and other water-based activities in the Batson and Little rivers at Goose Rocks Beach. Officials say in addition to repeated results showing human bacteria in the Batson and Little rivers, the most recent testing has shown...
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