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$2.5M for Greenville housing initiative advanced by Collins in funding bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that she advanced $8,885,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending for Maine housing projects in the Fiscal Year 2025 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill. The bill, which was officially approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee today, now awaits consideration by the full Senate and House.
Jimmy Fallon Enjoys Take-out at Finn’s in Ellsworth
If you were in downtown Ellsworth Saturday night and thought you saw Jimmy Fallon, you did!. Jimmy Fallon and his wife stopped into Finn's Restaurant on Main Street for some take-out! While he was there he posed for photos with the staff. And even signed a few dollar bills for...
Maine Neighbor Charges Parking Fee for Guests at Neighborhood Wedding
We all seem to have that one neighbor, or at least it seems like we do. A neighbor that we just have some unknown friction with due to conflicting personalities, different views, or simply just not understanding each other. But ideally, we keep the peace because, well, no one wants to turn what is hopefully a home full of peace into absolute chaos.
World-class performers are heading to Maine for a coastal musical tradition
DAMARISCOTTA, Maine — The Salt Bay Chamberfest is celebrating its 30th year this summer in Damariscotta. It’s been a while since founder and artistic director Wilhelmina Smith had the original idea for the festival, but the memory of its inspiration remains vivid. "It was a combination of elements,"...
Like 25% of Americans, Man In Maine Learns of His Cancer Online Then Turns to a Crowded Emergency Room for Answers
Mike Day is one of many Americans to have found out about their serious illness — in this case, incurable cancer — through an online portal. Details of his advanced stage cancer were given in the hallway of a noisy, overpacked emergency room. He died four weeks later.
Rock Coast Networkers redevelops into Rock Coast Entrepreneurs
“In a bold move to adapt to the evolving needs of entrepreneurs, the Rock Coast Networkers, after nearly 20 years of service, voted in February 2024 to sunset their organization,” said Chris Austin, president of Rock Coast Entrepreneurs, in a news release. They have redeveloped it into Rock Coast...
Prologue to Bates: All Expenses Paid Fly-In Program Due: 8/9
Background: Students are invited to experience a unique and engaging program at Bates College, where they will participate in conversations, enjoy fun activities, and connect with like-minded college-bound seniors. Bates College offers Prologue, an all-expenses-paid fly-in program from October 13-15, 2024. This opportunity includes transportation, meals, and hotel stay. Program...
The owner of Maine’s northernmost mall finds success by keeping it local
After owning the Aroostook Centre Mall for just over a year, Presque Isle developer Dana Cassidy is hatching more big plans. The 30,000-square-foot Trampoline City II, will open in about a month, and he’s working to bring a Japanese grill restaurant, golf simulator and new hotel to the area.
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...
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