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Man dies in Berwick crash after being thrown from vehicle
BERWICK Maine (WMTW) - A 67-year-old man was killed Saturday morning in a single-vehicle crash on Portland Street in Berwick near the intersection with Old Route 4, according to Berwick police. The man, who has not been identified, was ejected from the vehicle and later died at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in...
Chase Shapiro to attend Bowdoin College with school-leading times (2024)
Shapiro is poised to make an immediate impact with his arrival, as his 500 and 1650 free both would have ranked 1st on Bowdoin’s 2023-2024 roster Current photo via Chase Shapiro. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news....
BCS Construction Making Headway, Staying Within Budget
On Tuesday, Sept. 3 students will return to the halls of Bristol Consolidated School for the second school year in a row with the building under construction and renovation. BCS Facilities Manager John Carroll said from the time the school broke ground on the project in June 2023 until students return on Tuesday, Sept. 3, about 90% of the school has been affected by renovation.
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...
'Full of energy, positivity': Friends and family celebrate the life of Tricia Asselin
AUBURN, Maine — Close to a year after Tricia Johnson-Asselin was killed in the Lewiston tragedy, her lasting impact still remains as dozens celebrated her life Saturday in Auburn. Hosted at the VFW Post 1603, friends and family members came together to reminisce over photos and share memories from...
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...
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....
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.
Butterfly Festival returns to Fields Pond Audubon Center
HOLDEN -- Families got to learn more about Maine's native plants and insects on Saturday, especially butterflies, at the Fields Pond Audubon Center's annual Butterfly Festival. The festival offered everything from a butterfly-themed parade to a native plant sale, and even an opportunity to catch insects and have them identified...
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.
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.
Man killed in farm truck crash in Corinth
CORINTH, Maine — The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal crash involving a farm truck in Corinth on Saturday afternoon. Authorities said the crash was reported at around 4:25 p.m. on Beans Mill Road near its intersection with Exeter Road. Deputies and fire personnel arrived to find a large farm truck off the road and into the woods. The truck’s lone occupant, a man, was trapped between the passenger side of the vehicle and a tree.
Yankees Rehab Three Starters in Portland, Patriots Lose 2-1
PORTLAND, ME - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Portland Sea Dogs by a score of 2-1 on Friday night at Hadlock Field. The loss drops the Somerset Patriots to 5.5 games back of the Sea Dogs for first place in the second half standings with 20 games remaining in the regular season.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Over the first four games of the Patriots’ series in Portland, Somerset’s pitching staff has thrown to a 1.31 ERA, allowing 5 ER in 34.1 IP with 14 H and 44 K. In nine games since...
Here’s How To Score Free Tickets To Bret Michaels in Bangor
When Bret Michaels brings his Parti Gras Tour to the Bangor waterfront on Sept. 1, we want our loyal listeners to be there. It will be a fun night of throwback tunes from Michaels, Warrant and Dee Snider on that Sunday night and we want to give you tickets. Just...
Community Champion: Non-profit makes farming possible for Maine families
Maine — The non-profit, Cultivating Community, runs a program called the New American Sustainable Agriculture Project. There are two community farms, one in Lisbon and one in Portland. There are also community gardens in Portland, where hundreds of immigrant families benefit from the shared growth of fresh produce.
Maine woman shares warning for pet owners after mislabeled medicine endangers kitten
PARIS, Maine — Tiffany Seams says she purchased an over-the-counter flea treatment for her one-year-old kitten named, Baby. Seams says she went to Walmart and asked an employee to assist her in getting a box of small cat flea treatment from behind a locked case in the store. Seams purchased the treatment and gave it to her kitten that same night.
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