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US Navy Christens the Future USS Patrick Gallagher
The U.S. Navy christened the future USS Patrick Gallagher (DDG 127), during a ceremony on July 27, in Bath, Maine. The ship, built at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, is the last of the Flight IIA Arleigh Burke-Class guided missile destroyers. The shipbuilder was awarded the contract for Patrick Gallagher...
Van Buren holds second annual Christmas in July event
VAN BUREN, Maine – Over a thousand people came out over the weekend as Van Buren celebrated its second annual Christmas in July festival, an event held near the boat landing that celebrates the town. The festival’s name is a nod to Van Buren’s nickname “Christmas Town.” It had...
Large police presence in Dexter expected overnight following report of man with possible handgun
DEXTER, Maine (WABI) - Dexter Police Chief Kevin Wintle says there is a large police presence in town Monday and it will continue overnight. It comes after a caller reported seeing a man with a possible handgun next to the Dunkin’ on Church Street around 5:00 p.m. In a...
Cape Elizabeth residents make voices heard on school renovation proposals
CAPE ELIZABETH (WGME) — Residents in Cape Elizabeth overwhelmingly expressed their support for a $90 million school improvement plan at a town council meeting Monday. Cape Elizabeth town councilors are considering several options for school improvement, to address deteriorating school buildings. The council heard over two hours of public...
Descendants celebrate one of Aroostook’s pioneer families
FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — Nearly a hundred Haines descendants gathered Saturday to honor one of Fort Fairfield’s pioneer families. J. Wingate and Mary (Briggs) Haines settled in the Maple Grove area of the town in 1844. The couple pioneered not only a settlement, but a religion and an agricultural tradition that has endured for 180 years.
Cocaine, Meth, Fentanyl & Firearms Seized In Fryeburg Drug Bust
A man from Bridgton has been arrested as the result of an ongoing investigation into an illegal drug distribution operation in Fryeburg. Commander Scott Pelletier with the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency says 50-year-old Kevin L. Thurston of Bridgton has been charged with drug trafficking and possession after authorities found Fentanyl, Meth, Cocaine, firearms, and money on the man following a traffic stop.
Bath YMCA regular James Wells cheers on fiancee at Paris Olympics
BATH, Maine — Mainer James Wells, a regular of the Bath YMCA, is cheering on his now fiancee Lilly King as she continues to make a splash at the Paris Olympics this year. King recently competed in the 100-meter breaststroke and will compete again Wednesday in the 200-meter race.
Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland seeks community help with supplies
WESTBROOK (WGME) -- At the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Westbrook, one of the biggest needs is canned dog and cat food. The day CBS13 visited their pet pantry the shelves were nearly empty of canned goods. They say they go through about 300 cans of food a...
Meeting on Fort Fairfield port of entry is Tuesday
The U.S. General Services Administration will host a public meeting regarding an environmental assessment for the proposed modernization and expansion project of the Land Port of Entry at Fort Fairfield. The public is encouraged to attend and participate at the season from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30,...
Truck pulled out of inner Boothbay Harbor
In a race against time, a tow crew pulled a red Ford F150 out of inner Boothbay Harbor July 29 during an incoming tide. Shortly before 2 p.m., the truck traveled over cement bumpers down the steep embankment from the Grover’s Hardware and First Federal Savings and Loan parking lot.
Ellsworth Wins 2nd Annual Down East Shootout in Bucksport July 27-28th
The Ellsworth Boy's Soccer Team won the 2nd Annual Down East Shootout held in Bucksport this past weekend July 27-28th. Winslow was the runner-up. Ellsworth beat Winslow 2-0 in the Championship game after losing to the Black Raiders 1-0 in pool play on Saturday. Ellsworth defeated Hermon in the semifinal...
Here are the five referendum questions that will be on the November ballot
There will be five referendum questions on the November ballot. Voters may see other local questions, but these are the ones that will appear statewide. Maine law outlines the order in which questions are to appear, depending on category. For example, carry-over measures from a previous election are always listed first. After that, the order […]
National Report Claims Maine Is One of the Best States for Healthcare
It turns out Maine's a darn good place to live (or visit) when feeling under the weather or bruised and battered. WalletHub.com, a personal finance website, recently published a report listing the best and worst states for healthcare. The Pine Tree State found itself near the top of the list.
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