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Police continue to search for missing Fort Fairfield man with MS
WESTFIELD, Maine — Authorities in Maine are continuing to search for a missing Fort Fairfield man who has multiple sclerosis and memory issues. The Fort Fairfield Police Department issued a Silver Alert for 68-year-old Edward Bolstridge, who was last seen around noon Thursday in Westfield, driving a 2016 silver Kia Soul north toward Presque Isle. The Maine license plate number on the vehicle is EAB1.
Sobriety Check Points Coming to Lewiston, Maine: Know Your Rights
Many police departments throughout Maine have conducted sobriety checkpoints. These are roadblocks that the police set up to check to see if drivers are sober behind the wheel, in an effort to keep the roads safe from those who may be driving under the influence. For those who have not been drinking, this can not only be an inconvenience but can also put them in an uncomfortable position.
Presque Isle police arrest suspect in vandalism spree
Police arrested an individual in connection with multiple acts of vandalism on Main Street in Presque Isle on Sunday. Several businesses reported broken windows and numerous flower pots were damaged, according to a statement issued by Presque Isle police via social media. The suspect was arrested and is in custody...
Strangers rescue beached shark in Lubec
LUBEC, Maine (WABI) - A night out made an unexpected turn for a few people in Lubec. “We were eating dinner and all of a sudden we heard a bunch of splashing. And I don’t know if the thresher shark was chasing bait or really, what was going on, but all of a sudden it came flying out of the water and landed on the beach,” said Wes Crockett, one of the people who saved the shark.
Three hospitalized after go-kart crashes into crowd at Anson parade
ANSON, Maine (WABI) - Three people were hospitalized after a go-kart went into a crowd in Anson Saturday. It happened during the Madison-Anson Days Parade just after ten Saturday morning. Officials say the driver of one of the Shriners go-karts lost control just after the parade started on Main Street...
Storm damage on hiking trails requires caretakers to consider new solutions
PORTLAND, Maine — Maine's changing climate is producing more severe and more frequent storms, like the ones in December and January and even the nor'easter this past April. Even some over the past summer have caused damage that comes with a huge price tag, like on hiking trails. "We...
Covered Bridge Collapsed and Truck Fell into River in Maine
An overweight gravel truck fell through Babb’s Covered Bridge in Windham and crashed into the Presumpscot River around 12:45 pm Friday. The driver, 37-year-old Joshua Polewarzyk from Limington, had minor injuries and was able to get out of the F750 truck. Police said “Excessive Weight” Caused Collapse.
Windsor Fair returns for 2024
WINDSOR, Maine (WABI) - 2024′s Windsor Fair is off to a busy start. “We’re a 10-day fair now. It’s gone over really, really well. The weather has been cooperating with us. We have something for everybody here at the Windsor Fair. There’s so much to see, so much to just enjoy, the sights, the sound, the tastes, it’s everywhere,” explained Judy Ballard, Windsor Fair Executive Commitee Secretary and Trustee.
I Know ME program to screen its second movie, Aug. 25
UNITY — The I Know ME program will screen its second movie, “Call Me Ishmael”, Sunday, August 25, at 4 p.m., at Clifford Student and Arts Center, 42 Depot St, Unity. There will be a reception from 4 - 4:30 p.m., with lemonade and cookies. Theater doors...
Free organ concert at Waldoboro church
Organist Kevin Birch returns to Waldoboro’s Broad Bay Congregational Church, for a concert on the church’s historic 1875 E. & G. G. Hook & Hastings Organ, accompanied by violinist Anatole Wieck and cellist Sarah Hoskins, on Friday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. on 941 Main Street, Waldoboro.
Greenville Grove Subdivision public forum set for Sept. 3
GREENVILLE — Last month the Greenville Planning Board heard a proposal concerning nearly 60 acres of land in Greenville Junction off North Green Street, on the peninsula going into Moosehead Lake on the eastern shore of the West Cove, to be developed into the Greenville Grove Subdivision. On Aug....
Motorcyclists come together to raise money and awareness for suicide prevention
LEWISTON, Maine — Dozens of motorcyclists revved their engines and rode through Auburn and Lewiston on Saturday as part of the annual "Pain to Power Ride for Suicide Awareness." The event aimed to raise awareness about the impact of suicide and to fundraise for prevention and aid programs. The...
Climate change is overheating Maine's pristine lakes
On a sweltering day in August, the beach at Range Pond State Park in Poland is packed. Kids splash in the water and families camp out underneath the pine trees, grilling hot dogs and trying to stay cool. But Bonnie Knightly says the water doesn't feel as refreshing as it should.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
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