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2.8 Magnitude Earth Quake Reported Near West Gardiner, Maine
First, it was great white sharks in the water off the coast of Maine, now comes an earthquake that measured 2.8 on the Richter scale near West Gardiner, Maine. The United States Geological Survey, better known as USGS, is the government agency that, among other things, detects earthquakes and their magnitude worldwide. On Sunday, July 28 at 2:50 p.m. USGS detected a 2.8 magnitude earthquake in Maine near West Gardiner with the epicenter at these coordinates: 44.236°N 69.862°W. That's about here on the map, south of Augusta and northeast of West Gardiner.
Woolwich Woman in Fatal Crash
69-year-old Judy Rowe of Woolwich died in a crash on Route 201 in West Forks Plantation early this morning, July 30. The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office says an SUV driven by Rowe crossed the centerline and went off the road and hit a tree. The crash is under investigation.
Couple seriously injured in crash with landscaping truck on Route 1 in Woolwich
WOOLWICH, Maine — A couple from Virginia is expected to survive after they were seriously injured in a crash involving a landscaping truck on Route 1 in Maine, according to authorities. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded to the intersection of Route 1 and Road B at...
‘Lyn Asselta: Where Rock Meets Water’ at Gleason Fine Art
On Friday, Aug. 2, Gleason Fine Art in Boothbay Harbor opens a one-person show for the renowned pastel painter Lyn Asselta."Where Rock Meets Water" runs through Sept. 3, with an opening reception for Asselta on Friday, Aug. 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. Four years ago, Asselta, recently returned to...
Still room for more cool vehicles
The OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show, now in its 11th year, has changed locations over the years for differing reasons. The annual show was welcomed in its first year by the Bristol Consolidated School with only 11 participating vehicles, then moved to Fort William Henry, relocated to the former Harbor Room restaurant lot due to a restrictive culture at the park, then invited back to the school by principal Jennifer Ribeiro in 2023 with more than 40 cool vehicles doing the show. Vintage Show organizers enthusiastically thank Principal Ribeiro along with staffers Godofredo Arzate Patiño and Nicole St Cyr for the warm welcome-back and key day-of logistical assistance.
OCEAN FRONT DINING AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
727 Ocean Sunset Restaurant and Bar is now serving dinner seven days a week. We offer Happy Hour daily between 4:00 and 5:00pm and dinner is served between 5:00 to 8:30pm. We feature local musicians every Sunday afternoons and Tuesday evenings. Get away from the hustle and bustle off the harbor and enjoy the cool ocean breezes of East Boothbay from our beautiful outside deck. Chef Ethan who hails from New Orlean’s is serving up daily specials and you might discover a taste of Louisiana in some of his dishes. Roxxie, our well known bartender, is serving up her own special handcrafted cocktails and by the way, our sunsets are simply spectacular! For more information call 207-633-2800 www.smugglerscoveinn.com.
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.
Descendants celebrate one of Aroostook’s pioneer families
FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — Nearly a hundred Haines descendants gathered Saturday to honor one of Fort Fairfield’s pioneer families. J. Wingate and Mary (Briggs) Haines settled in the Maple Grove area of the town in 1844. The couple pioneered not only a settlement, but a religion and an agricultural tradition that has endured for 180 years.
Seen at Wiscasset Art Walk July 25
At the July 25 Wiscasset Art Walk, Wood Field Farm and its horses provided wagon rides, children painted rocks, artists and civic organizations lined Main Street, and galleries featured their shows. The Walk included fencing demonstrations and musicians. And shops had sales and refreshments.
Cocaine, Meth, Fentanyl & Firearms Seized In Fryeburg Drug Bust
A man from Bridgton has been arrested as the result of an ongoing investigation into an illegal drug distribution operation in Fryeburg. Commander Scott Pelletier with the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency says 50-year-old Kevin L. Thurston of Bridgton has been charged with drug trafficking and possession after authorities found Fentanyl, Meth, Cocaine, firearms, and money on the man following a traffic stop.
Bath YMCA regular James Wells cheers on fiancee at Paris Olympics
BATH, Maine — Mainer James Wells, a regular of the Bath YMCA, is cheering on his now fiancee Lilly King as she continues to make a splash at the Paris Olympics this year. King recently competed in the 100-meter breaststroke and will compete again Wednesday in the 200-meter race.
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.
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.
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