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Everything You Need to Know About Maine’s New ‘Blue Envelope Program’
The Augusta Police Department announced something new that pulled me in. The Blue Envelope Program is a new program geared towards having a better level of interaction between officers and folks with disabilities or special needs, including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and even anxiety and depression. The program was created by the Down Syndrome Advocacy Project of Maine.
State will decide on Juniper Ridge public benefit by August
OLD TOWN, Maine — The Maine Department of Environmental Protection will decide by August 23 whether a proposed expansion of the state’s largest landfill would provide a substantial benefit to the public, a required step before the landfill’s manager, the state’s Bureau of General Services, can apply to increase the capacity of the facility.
Grant program in Maine offers caregivers something hard to come by: a break
AUGUSTA, Maine — Kristy Basso sets a timer for 25 minutes any time she does a chore outside her West Paris home. As the primary caregiver for her 77-year-old mother, who has dementia, Basso is worried about leaving her mom alone for too long. Earlier this year, when two...
Maine State Police reminds drivers of 'slow down, move over' law after three cruisers are hit
MAINE, USA — In just two days, three Maine State Police troopers saw their cruisers hit in separate incidents. Two of them involved drivers not moving over for stopped emergency vehicles, which is a law. "The 'move over' law is to protect law enforcement, rescue, tow truck drivers, fire...
Native tribes in Maine and New Hampshire celebrate heritage with 20th annual Pow Wow
WELLS, Maine — Native tribes from Maine and New Hampshire gather in Wells on Sunday for a celebration of their heritage. It was the New Hampshire Intertribal Native American Council's 20th annual Pow Wow. Traditionally, Pow Wows were held by Native tribes after the winter season ended, to feast and celebrate surviving the cold weather.
Humpback whale spotted in river along Maine, New Hampshire border
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A humpback whale in a river along the Maine and New Hampshire border is attracting a lot of attention. It was spotted earlier this month and again this weekend. The whale was caught on camera Sunday afternoon around the Portsmouth harbor. Jedidiah Bracy says they just stumbled...
Should recent shark sightings have Mainers on edge?
SCARBOROUGH, Maine — Over the past week, several Maine beaches have reported shark sightings and some residents are concerned about what this may mean for spending time in the water. The sightings prompted the Scarborough Police Department to make a statement to keep the public informed. Sharks have always...
Family sues Cumberland County Jail after man's overdose death while incarcerated
PORTLAND, Maine — Taylor Webster was with her daughter on her way to visit James Mannion, the father of her two children, at the Cumberland County Jail. But before they could get there, she got a phone call, telling her Mannion was found dead. "He was a good father...
Members show ‘Made in Maine’ reception July 27
Works in painting, drawing, textiles, sculpture, photography, and assemblage by members of the Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset will be on exhibit from July 25 - Sept. 8. An opening reception for this energetic and eclectic show will be held on Saturday, July 27, 5-7 p.m., with music by singer/songwriter Katie Daggett. Refreshments will be served.
UNE Students Gain New Perspectives in Health Care in Collaboration with Maine Department of Corrections
The Maine Correctional Center in Windham, Maine, doesn’t currently offer physical therapy in-house to its residents. But when Jacqueline Keller took a rare, behind-the-scenes tour of the facility with 30 other health care students from the University of New England last week, Keller asked if she could bring physical therapy to the residents, who are currently sent outside the center to receive physical therapy.
Jen Nittolo From Winterport In Central Maine Idol’s Friday Finale
A Winterport resident could win a cool 10 grand this Friday night!. Cheer Jen on this Friday night, as she goes for the crown! Remember, this is how Julia Gagnon got started!. After weeks of intense competition, this Friday night, is the grand finale of Central Maine Idol. One of Maine's best singers could win a cool $10,000!
With Walgreens as long-term tenant, Portland building is sold to NY investor for $6.25M
A retail property leased to Walgreens in Portland that was on the market for a little over a year recently found a buyer who considered it a good investment. Cam Kenmar 3 LLC bought 616 Forest Ave. from Riverwood Commercial Properties Inc. for $6.25 million. Chris Pascucci and Brian Dano...
Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse
The Ogunquit Playhouse is filling its summer nights with a little night music- literally. “A Little Night Music” is a sophisticated musical comedy with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler set in early 20th century Sweden. The story revolves around a complex web of relationships and romantic entanglements among the privileged upper class.
Thomaston Town Manager's Report delivers Dragon Cement update: No plans to sell plant, close quarry
Kara George, Thomaston Town Manager, issued the following on current operations of Dragon Products in Thomaston:. I am pleased to provide an update on the current operations of Dragon Cement in Thomaston, following recent discussions with the company's Executive Vice President from South Carolina. Distribution Model: Dragon Cement has successfully...
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