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West Paris post office set to reopen after 3-year closure
The U.S. Postal Service says they will finally be reopening the West Paris post office after three years. The tentative new site is 141 Bethel Road but could change based on agreements with property owners. In a statement, USPS says it does not know when this change will happen but...
Review: MSMT's WHITE CHRISTMAS Is Pure & Perfect Magic
The thermometer in Brunswick Maine reads 85°F, but as one approaches the Pickard Theater, a band plays Christmas music outside, and inside the lights are twinkling; the halls are decked with garlands and wreaths; there is literally a forest of elegantly decorated trees, and there is a promise of snow in the air. This is, indeed, a white Christmas like no other.
Presque Isle native Madore named regional representative for Aroostook County
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine has announced that Presque Isle native Jordyn Madore has been promoted to regional representative for Aroostook County. Madore, who has been working with King for seven years, will also continue to serve as a constituent services representative in Aroostook County. “I...
Amid rising gun violence in Lewiston, Somali community searches for a way forward
Members of Lewiston's Somali community are mourning the death of 17-year-old Sahal Muridi, whose body was found Sunday night by police who were responding to a 911 call reporting that shots had been fired. The incident is part of what police said is an uptick in violence across the city, and there are fears that young Somali-Americans are getting swept up in it.
Subdivision eyed for Greenville Junction
GREENVILLE — 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, is being considered for the proposed Greenville Grove Subdivision. The first step toward project approval was taken during a July 17 Greenville Planning Board meeting.
Reveler Development and Penobscot General Contractors celebrate topping out at 60 Barra Rd. in Biddeford, ME
Biddeford, ME Reveler Development, in partnership with Penobscot General Contractors, held the “topping out” of their latest project located at 60 Barra Rd. The milestone marks the completion of the building’s structural phase, bringing it one step closer to delivering a residential offering to the area’s growing workforce.
Consolidated Communications requests changing 6 vets’ banner placements
Southport Selectman Gerry Gamage will contact Consolidated Communications regarding a request to move six veterans’ banner placements. Consolidated Communications didn’t specify the problem, according to town officials. During the July 17 selectmen’s meeting, Gamage volunteered to find out more about the request. He will contact Consolidated Communications’ employee Paul Perry who lives in Southport. “I will ask him what their issue is with the banners,” Gamage said.
Council Compromises on Flag Policy
At its July 16 meeting, the City Council reviewed its policy on flying commemorative flags as requested by Councilor Jonathan Martell at their last meeting. He had expressed his view that no commemorative flags should be flown at City Hall, as they end up being “controversial and divisive.”. Martel...
South Portland's Electric Tool Library offers yard care equipment rentals
The Electric Tool Library in South Portland is lending a helping hand to its residents who want to clean up their properties without buying a shed full of tools. They've got everything from everything from lawnmowers to leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, weed whackers, and more. “You can just show up...
No extension for Bridgton Manager Peabody; tax rate dips to $17.05
Bob Peabody is in countdown mode. Following an executive session prior to Tuesday’s meeting, the Bridgton Select Board rejected a proposal to extend Peabody’s contract effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Board Chairman Bob McHatton asked if members wished to make any comments before the vote,...
Multiple people hospitalized, including 2 infants, after 2-vehicle collision in Woolwich
WOOLWICH (WGME) -- Multiple people have been taken to the hospital, including two infants, following a two-vehicle crash in Woolwich on Friday. The crash happened at the intersection of Route 1 and Montsweag Road around 9:40 a.m. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office says the driver of a Subaru Outback was...
Man accused of firing shots following altercation in Portland
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Police say a Maine man has been arrested for firing shots in Portland on Friday. Police say they responded to 355 Woodford Street around 7:15 a.m. for a report of shots fired. According to police, 40-year-old Chi Ho of Portland fired a gun after an altercation. Ho...
Run & Party For a Cause This Weekend in Augusta w/ Kelly’s Cause For Brain Tumors
One of my favorite things that I do in my 'spare' time is taking part in a committee-member role on Kelly's Cause For Brain Tumors. Kelly Theberge has been a wonderful friend of mine for more than 300 years, and I love being part of her wonderful cause. This year, our 5K after party will be taking place at Westernview Golf Club from 1-5.
Free Wednesday Night Concerts Continue This Week With Garrett Holt Music
We're super-excited that our SummerFun Concert Series has returned for another year here in Central Maine. If you haven't heard, we've moved the concerts back to their original location in downtown Augusta behind Water and Front Streets. You see, for the last several years, we've been hosting the concerts at Mill Park.
‘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.
Kennebunkport officials say don't swim at Colony Beach due to elevated levels of bacteria
Officials are warning residents and visitors to stay out of the water at Colony Beach in Kennebunkport near the mouth of the Kennebunk River. The town says test results from Wednesday showed an elevated level of bacteria in the water. They tested again on Thursday and will have those results on Friday.
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