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Maine Community Group Reports Surge in Coyote & Bobcat Daytime Sightings
I know what you’re thinking: “We’re in Maine, of course we’re going to see and hear bobcats and coyotes!”. You’re right. But recently, one Maine town has seen more during the day than usual. The Greene Village Facebook Group has actively spotted coyotes and bobcats, and are sharing the animals' locations with residents.
Windham Police Department receives grant to enforce underage drinking laws
Underage drinking is a problem all over the United States, and the quiet, peaceful state of Maine is no exception. To help fight against this problem, the Windham Police Department has recently received a grant to reduce underage drinking. The Windham Police Department has partnered with Dirigo Safety LLC in...
Maine credit expert shares tips on protecting your information if leaked
PORTLAND, Maine — A Maine credit expert shared advice for consumers following an alleged data breach containing billions of Americans' personal information nationwide. Filed in the State of Florida, a lawsuit alleged owners of the website "National Public Data" were involved in a data breach that occurred in April of 2024; something the company has confirmed in a letter on its website.
Maine Named Among Worst States in Nation for ‘Worker Burnout’
It's not a stretch to say people in Maine are working more than ever. In fact, data shows that Americans in general work hundreds of hours more per year than people in most other countries. With those extensive hours and the likelihood that people are carrying more than one job...
Injured Hiker Rescued & Flown by Helicopter to Hospital in Maine
A 71-year-old man was rescued after he collapsed while hiking in Carrabassett Valley. The Maine Warden Service said Gerard Jalbert from Falmouth “was hiking with a friend and returning back from hiking to the top of Redington Mountain when he collapsed on the trail” around 12:30 pm Wednesday.
Maine schools work to fill staffing positions before classes start
PORTLAND (WGME) -- School is almost back in session, but as students get ready for the classroom, will there be enough staff to support them?. A number of districts still have openings, with classes starting in less than two weeks for some areas. “I think the stars aligned for us...
Rare find: Father-son lobstermen pull calico lobster from Maine water
WELLS, Maine (WMTW) - Another uniquely colored lobster has been pulled from Maine waters. Sarah Seale shared a picture with Maine’s Total Coverage of a calico lobster that her husband, Josh, and son, Zach, who is a junior lobsterman, caught on Wednesday. Their boat operates out of Wells Harbor.
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
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