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Rockport sets mil rate, circulates 2024 property tax bills
ROCKPORT — Tax bills for Rockport property owners arrived mail boxes last week, a surprise for many given that the bills are usually received later in the summer. But, said Assessor Kerry Leichtman, his office completed its annual task ahead of schedule. “We got our work done earlier than...
New Restaurant To Open On Main Street In Bangor Friday
Adding some new life to the very first spot along Main Street there's a new business set to open in Bangor this Friday night. According to their brand new social media page, The Key Room is ready to offer Bangor an opportunity for some good food and tasty drinks. "The...
Maine Baseball Exhibit open in old Hampden Academy
HAMPDEN, Maine (WABI) - Hampden Academy baseball coach Jon Perry has turned two rooms of the old school building into the Maine Baseball Exhibit. “My interest in baseball and sports memorabilia has been for a long, long time. I said the space here can be zeroed in on Maine baseball history because I do have a lot of artifacts of Maine,” said Perry, Maine Baseball Exhibit creator.
Old Town to host 'Christmas in July' movie night to benefit local food pantry
OLD TOWN, Maine — Christmas in July is upon us and the city of Old Town is making merry, with an entertaining charitable event. This Friday Mainers near and far are welcome to enjoy a screening of "The Grinch" along the banks of the Penobscot River, while indulging in delicious popcorn and s'mores. Hosted by the city and Downtown Old Town (DTOT), these event organizers encourage guests to bring a donation for the local food pantry.
Get Ready for ‘The Drive-in Laser Light Show’ in Clinton in August
‘The Drive-in Laser Light Show’ is coming to the Clinton Fairgrounds, Aug. 23 and 24. The family friendly ‘Laser Shows’ include your favorite music, all choreographed with cutting-edge effects, high-powered lasers, and Large Screen Laser projection. The Drive-in Laser Light Show-Double Feature is just $39 per vehicle.
Maine Mariners hockey team to be sold
PORTLAND (WGME) -- The Maine Mariners are being sold. Dexter Paine, a native of North Conway, New Hampshire, and lifelong Boston Bruins fan, has reached an agreement to buy the hockey team. “The city of Portland and the great State of Maine have a rich and proud tradition of hockey....
TimberHP to develop environmental disclosures for its wood-fiber insulation
GO Lab Inc., doing business as TimberHP, was awarded a $418,420 grant to install equipment and software that will capture energy and raw material usage data on its board, batt and loose-fill insulation made from wood fiber. The data will be used to develop standardized labeling that would make it...
Bangor police host 'Summer Sleuth Series,' connecting community, local businesses through scavenger hunt
BANGOR, Maine — Whether it's a speeding ticket or putting somebody in handcuffs, police officers are used to giving the bad news. But this summer, Officer Elizabeth Ashe with Bangor police is giving the community a way to connect with the department and the city's many local businesses through the "Summer Sleuth Series."
57th Yarmouth Clam Festival was a success
YARMOUTH, ME- The 57th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival is a vibrant celebration, drawing crowds from near and far to partake in a variety of activities and culinary delights. Booths filled with colorful banners proudly represent different nonprofits, each offering Maine treats that range from steaming bowls of clam chowder to freshly shucked oysters and the famous Maine lobster rolls.
Inaugural Maine Car Show Was a HUGE Success for Veterans
Jodi and Joe Brasslett, owners of Home Roofing Solutions, knew they wanted to do something BIG for their charity, The Marino Project, which helps give Maine military members access to the resources they need and most importantly, deserve. How About Putting on a Maine Car Show for the First Time?
WATCH: Great White Shark Spotted Near Popular Maine Beaches
Last month, an off-duty cop was at the stern of a boat on Pepperell Cove in Kittery, Maine, and captured a video of a humpback whale breeching the water!. The Kittery Police Department posted a video on their Facebook page that's incredibly cool. (You may also like: Off-Duty Maine Cop...
New Bus Service Launches From Portland to Lewiston/Auburn, Maine
Buses are probably the most convenient and affordable form of public travel in the United States, and now, we have a commuter bus traveling from Portland to Lewiston/Auburn, Maine. According to WMTW, the Maine Department of Transportation contracted with RTW Management Inc. for this pilot program called "The LAP," with...
New Study Says Most People in Maine Sleep Like Garbage
There are so many delightful sounds and smells throughout the state of Maine, whether you're by the water and can hear the crashing of the waves, or further inland with crickets playing a symphony every night. There's the salty air or the scent of flower meadows all around the state.
Celebrate Maine’s Annual Wild Blueberry Weekend, Aug. 3 and 4
Maine’s Wild Blueberry Weekend heralds its fourth consecutive year and scheduled for August 3-4. Organized by the Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine, the weekend puts the wild blueberry, Maine’s native and iconic fruit, and the people who care for and harvest this special crop on center stage. Residents...
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