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Linneus Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking in Northern Maine
A 42-year-old man from Linneus has pleaded guilty to Drug Trafficking in Aroostook and Penobscot Counties. Man Pleaded Guilty to Drug Trafficking in Northern Maine. James Valiante was charged with his role in a conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl. Trafficked Meth and Fentanyl...
Total Maine Aug. 25, 2024: In-depth on the Lewiston commission's final report
PORTLAND, Maine — In this week's edition of "Total Maine," we take a closer look at the 215-page final report from the commission investigating the Lewiston mass shootings. "In The Arena" podcast hosts Pat Callaghan, Ethan Strimling and Phil Harriman discuss the Democratic National Convention. Jessica Gagne takes us...
Summer’s last splash at the BRAF Gallery
As summer days grow shorter, the light continues to shine at the Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) Gallery where the September Members’ Artist Showcase will be unveiled on Aug. 28 and continue through Sept. 22. Featuring an array of artists working in diverse styles and mediums as well as subject matter, this September’s show will be the last member show of the 2024 summer season. Join us for an opening reception on Friday, Sept. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Hearty Roots hosts ‘First Fire’
On Thursday, Aug. 23, Hearty Roots (HR) hosted a gathering on its newly acquired Bremen property to honor the land, express gratitude and appreciation for their donors and supporters, and share the vision for uplifting youth through HR’s nature-based programming. The “First Fire” ceremony was HR’s take on a ribbon-cutting. HR asked guests to contribute one rock to the new fire pit, while Program Manager Josh Leatham demonstrated his fire-starting skills via bow drilling. Deputy Director Jess Donohoe gave ceremonial remarks to the approximately 50 attendees. Olive Pine, an adventure mentor in training, strummed guitar and sang.
Cleanup underway after diesel spill at Kennebunk turnpike plaza
KENNEBUNK (WGME) - In Kennebunk, hundreds of gallons of diesel fuel spilled at a Maine turnpike plaza on Saturday. Kennebunk fire officials say a tractor trailer rolled from a parking spot at the northbound plaza near mile marker 25 and struck a tree. When the truck went over the curb,...
Maine sophomore pacers open Windsor Fair
Windsor, ME — Two $19,000-plus divisions of the Maine Sire Stakes for 3-year-old male pacers jump start the Windsor Fair program on Sunday (August 25) with the top two point earners pitted against one another in the opener. The first $19,691 division kicks off the afternoon card at 12:45...
Police investigate robbery at Portland Riverton Gas Station
PORTLAND, Maine — Police are investigating a robbery at a gas station in Portland. On Saturday, officials were called to the Riverton Gas Station on 1585 Forest Avenue for a report of a robbery. An unknown male entered the gas station with a white mask and a baseball bat.
Gluchacki unseats Sands for ACT Tour checkers at Oxford
Despite sitting second in the American-Canadian Tour standings, Derek Gluchacki’s season has lacked that statement moment to propel them headlong into the title chase. He just might have found that moment. Gluchacki dethroned a dominant Erick Sands to claim his second win of 2024 and the eighth of his...
Driver Fled after Head-On Crash and Car Fire in Maine
A driver fled a fiery crash after a hit and run on Tandberg Trail in Windham Saturday morning. The Windham Police Department said the SUV crossed the centerline and crashed head-on with another car. Hit Another Car and Caught on Fire. The SUV then collided with a parked vehicle and...
Warehouse Destroyed in Jefferson Fire was Cannabis Grow-House
A fire that drew fire departments from 10 towns to the former William Smith Enterprises building at 147 Somerville Road in Jefferson on Thursday, Aug. 22 began in a cannabis growing facility that firefighters and town officials were not aware of, according to Jefferson Fire Chief Darin Walker. “Those kinds...
Bucksport – Central Girl’s Soccer Play Day [PHOTOS]
The Bucksport Lady Bucks took on the Central Lady Red Devils in a play day at Orono High School on Saturday, August 24th. Check out the photos. The Bucksport Lady Bucks took on the Central Lady Red Devils in a play day game at Orono High School on Saturday, August 24th.
Limitless Wrestling “Vacationland Cup” results: Vetter’s review of Donovan Dijak vs. Alec Price, Aaron Rourke vs. Ricky Smokes, Gabby Forza vs. Davienne, Aiden Aggro vs. Dezmond Cole in tournament matches
We are looking for reports on all WWE, AEW, NXT, TNA, MLW, ROH, GCW, and other notable live events. If you attend a show, you are encouraged to send a report or even basic results to dotnetjason@gmail.com. Limitless Wrestling “Vacationland Cup”. Replay available via IndependentWrestling.TV. August 17, 2024 in...
Maine Downtown Center visits the Heart of Ellsworth as part of Main Street America application
ELLSWORTH — On Aug. 15 Heart of Ellsworth welcomed Main Downtown Center to the City of Ellsworth for a site visit as part of their Main Street AmericaTM designation application […]
Smyrna Amish business has grown from farm stand to retail store
SMYRNA, Maine – It’s a total dawn to dusk day for the Amish cooperative families who work and grow for The Back 40 Farm Market along Route 2 just past the Pioneer Place in Smyrna. “It’s an intense summer, because the growing season is short and we have...
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