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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.
Wells residents voting on large-scale housing development moratorium
WELLS (WGME) -- Big housing developments could be put on hold in the town of Wells if voters there approve a proposed moratorium. There are strong feelings on both sides of this issue. One family feels they're being targeted. "We’ve been referring to that land as our retirement fund," Rick...
Free Liberty camp on the lake begins
LIBERTY, Maine (WABI) - A free camp for kids in Liberty began this morning. The Lake Keepers Camp, right on Lake St. George, aims to teach kids about important lake science through hands-on activities and games. It’s a week-long camp for kids who have completed grades three thru five. Topics such as invasive plants, fishing and erosion are taught throughout the five-day camp.
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...
Little League ends next week
The Mapleton Little League has one week left of its regular season. Thursday, July 25, at 5:30 p.m., Langley’s Team will play Mapleton Oil. Monday at 5:30 p.m., it’s Buck Construction vs. SMO and Buck Farms vs. Porter Farms, while Mapleton Lions Club plays Mapleton Oil. The 5:30 p.m. game for Tuesday will be Buck Farms vs. Langley’s Team while Porter Farms will practice at 6 p.m. on the right field.
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...
Milo PD fed up with ATV violations around town
MILO, Maine (WABI) - In 2023, the town of Milo opened their in-town streets to ATV or UTV operations except one road that passes through the cemetery. The Milo police chief said it was a great year, and locals followed the laws. However, he said they’re fed up with people...
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...
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The UMS Board of Trustees (BOT) is seeking to fill two vacant seats that are reserved for students. The BOT (in consultation with the Chancellor) is the governing body of the University of Maine System (UMS). The BOT handles major decisions in financials (ex. tuition rates + budgets), academic affairs (ex. academic programs + tenure), policies and much more.
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