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Berwick man dies in single-vehicle crash on Portland Street
BERWICK — A 67-year-old man was killed Saturday morning in a single-vehicle accident on Portland Street near its intersection with Old Route 4. Berwick Police and Fire Departments, along with Stewarts Ambulance, responded to the scene after the man, whose identity has not been released, was ejected from his vehicle.
WSOC hits the road for first time at UNH
DURHAM, N.H. - The UConn women's soccer team (0-1-1) hits the road for the first time in 2024 with a trip to the University of New Hampshire (2-0-1) on Sunday, August 25 at 2 p.m. Admission is free at Wildcat Stadium and for those that can't make it, the game...
Why Kennebunk's Summer Street will not close for Halloween
KENNEBUNK, Maine — Halloween is just a couple of months away, but there will be a change for one of the most popular trick-or-treating places in Maine. The town of Kennebunk announced Thursday that Summer Street will not close to vehicle traffic on Halloween this year. The event has never been an official town or Chamber of Commerce event.
Studio Two: An Early Beatles Tribute Comes to Sanford
Strategies for a Stronger Sanford is holding a fundraising event at the Sanford Performing Arts Center on Saturday, September 28 at 8 pm that Beatles fans will not want to miss. Tickets are available online www.sanfordpac.org. Pricing is $37.50 for premium seats and $30.50 for standard seats. Studio Two is...
Fetch ME a Home: An attack left Snowy permanently injured; she and her friend Moses were then abandoned
MAINE, USA — Snowy and Moses are in foster care through Lucky Pup Rescue Maine, and are hoping to find a new forever home soon. According to the rescue organization, Snowy had been attacked by a bigger dog which permanently injured her back; in turn, she sometimes loses control of her bladder when excited or playing. While she has adorable incontinence pants, Snowy is still able to walk around, and even run with joy.
Local Journalism: A Vital Job that Needs to be Done
We are currently seeking volunteers to help us cover Sanford City Council meetings. I began covering council meetings during my senior year of high school, as part of a school project. When I graduated high school this June, I opted to stick with the paper. I’ve continued to cover the meetings for multiple reasons, including my amazing fellow volunteers and the valuable real world experience this opportunity has given me. The key reason though, is because just like everyone else at the paper, I believe local journalism is incredibly important.
AP announces 3 new content collaborations with nonprofit newsrooms
The Associated Press today announced three new content sharing agreements with U.S. nonprofit news newsrooms: Deep South Today, The Maine Monitor and The Nevada Independent. The new content collaborations follow arrangements AP announced in May with CalMatters, Honolulu Civil Beat, Montana Free Press, Nebraska Journalism Trust and South Dakota News Watch, along with a content sharing arrangement between AP and The Texas Tribune announced in March.
Woman Died and Man Pinned in Vehicle after Head-On Crash in Maine
A 24-year-old woman died and a 28-year-old man was seriously injured Thursday after a head-on collision on Route 1 in Woolwich. Margaret J. Daniel from Lewisburg, PA died at the scene from extensive injuries. Deputies said Woman was Passing Vehicles. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office said “Daniel’s vehicle was passing...
Memorial service held for missing Houlton pilot
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Army National Guard held a memorial service earlier on Saturday at the Maine Air Musueum to honor the life of Houlton pilot Billy Hogan. Billy Hogan was 28 years old when he disappeared during a flight from Danbury, Connecticut to Houlton, Maine in May of 1972.
Liam Purcell and Cane Mill Road to bring bluegrass to Lincoln Theater
Lincoln Theater is excited to welcome Liam Purcell back to the stage! Fans may recall Liam Purcell’s captivating banjo performance in the Lincoln County Community Theater’s 2022 production of “Bright Star.” Now, the 22-year-old prodigy returns to Lincoln Theater leading his band, Cane Mill Road, with a performance that’s sure to resonate with both longtime bluegrass enthusiasts and new listeners alike. Known for their innovative blend of tradition and modernity, these rising stars of bluegrass promise a night of exceptional music Friday, Sept. 6, at 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate summer’s end with KELT
The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust (KELT) is hosting a series of gatherings to close out the summer season and support the work of the land trust across the estuary. Join KELT staff, Board, and friends at upcoming events to sample the bounty produced in the Kennebec Estuary, support local businesses, and further KELT’s work to conserve and restore the natural places we all cherish.
Caribou, ME: Weekend Warmth Gives Way to Monday Showers
Caribou, ME – Maine residents can look forward to a mostly sunny and warm weekend. Saturday brings plenty of sunshine, with high temperatures reaching into the upper 70s and low 80s across northern and downeast regions. Saturday night will be clear to partly cloudy, with lows dipping into the 50s, providing a cool, comfortable evening.
Maine CDC identifies rare disease in wild bird
AUGUSTA -- The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) and the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW) announced Tuesday that a wild turkey from Burnham tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus (EEE). According to a release from the Maine CDC, This is the first...
Register now to dispose of unwanted pesticides
Maine residents can participate in the Obsolete Pesticide Collection Program, a joint initiative by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Board of Pesticides Control and the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. The next local obsolete pesticide collection days will be held in Presque Isle in October. Other...
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