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Greenville Grove Subdivision public forum set for Sept. 3
GREENVILLE — Last month the Greenville Planning Board heard a proposal concerning nearly 60 acres of land in Greenville Junction off North Green Street, on the peninsula going into Moosehead Lake on the eastern shore of the West Cove, to be developed into the Greenville Grove Subdivision. On Aug....
Man charged with threatening 3 people with gun at NH mall
A New Hampshire man is facing multiple charges after he threatened three people -- including his ex-girlfriend -- with a gun at a local mall. Nashua police said 33-year-old Trevor Hart is charged with three counts of criminal threatening. He was held pending his arraignment Monday afternoon in Nashua District Court.
Sobriety Check Points Coming to Lewiston, Maine: Know Your Rights
Many police departments throughout Maine have conducted sobriety checkpoints. These are roadblocks that the police set up to check to see if drivers are sober behind the wheel, in an effort to keep the roads safe from those who may be driving under the influence. For those who have not been drinking, this can not only be an inconvenience but can also put them in an uncomfortable position.
Climate change is overheating Maine's pristine lakes
On a sweltering day in August, the beach at Range Pond State Park in Poland is packed. Kids splash in the water and families camp out underneath the pine trees, grilling hot dogs and trying to stay cool. But Bonnie Knightly says the water doesn't feel as refreshing as it should.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
99-year-old Holocaust survivor sends powerful message to Maine
PORTLAND, Maine — In his 99 years on earth, Saul Dreier has seen a level of human cruelty most could never grasp. As a Jewish teenager in Poland, he was sent to several concentration camps, including the infamous Mauthausen camp in Austria. For years he stared down death daily and remembers the torture by Nazi guards—whipping him so many times, he could not lie on his back.
Prime Commercial Property in Downtown Damariscotta
Great opportunity to own a commercial building and restaurant in the thriving downtown of Damariscotta. The building has access from Main Street and the public parking lot in the rear. There are currently three commercial tenants including the restaurant. The Damariscotta River Grill is a well established 122 seat restaurant with a bar and three separate dining areas as well as an outside deck for enjoying drinks while over looking the Damariscotta River. There is potential to grow the restaurant business. Financials and leases are available.
Covered Bridge Collapsed and Truck Fell into River in Maine
An overweight gravel truck fell through Babb’s Covered Bridge in Windham and crashed into the Presumpscot River around 12:45 pm Friday. The driver, 37-year-old Joshua Polewarzyk from Limington, had minor injuries and was able to get out of the F750 truck. Police said “Excessive Weight” Caused Collapse.
Work van rolls over on Interstate 95 in Ogunquit, sending tools, nails across Maine Turnpike
OGUNQUIT, Maine — Maine State Police investigators said speed and erratic driving appear to be factors in a crash on Interstate 95 that led to lane closures on the northbound and southbound sides of the highway. Troopers said they responded to the crash at Mile Marker 14 in Ogunquit...
Portland, Maine is One of the Fastest-Warming Places in New England
Whether you believe that mankind is causing global warming or not, there is no denying that our climate is changing. If you have lived in an area for more than a few years, you have probably noticed a change in the weather. When I was growing up in Northern Maine, the winters were always cold and snowy. That is no longer the case. These days, even though Aroostook County still gets a significant amount of snow, it is nothing like it was back in the '80s and '90s.
Paws for a cause: people gather with pets in Deering Oaks Park for fundraiser
PORTLAND (WGME) - It was a pet party Sunday at Deering Oaks Park in Portland. Thousands of folks gathered with their four-legged friends to raise money for the “Animal Cancer Foundation.”. There were more than 65 vendors, nonprofits, live music and food trucks. One of the organizers, Phil Zachary,...
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