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Know Before You Go: Football vs. Colgate
ORONO, Maine -- Black Bear Nation! We look forward to seeing you all at Alfond Stadium for the home opener on Friday, Aug. 30 when the Black Bears square off against Colgate at 7 p.m. Below you'll find some helpful information to make your experience on campus positive, smooth, and fun!
Field Hockey Kicks Off 2024 Season with Tough Road Trip
The University of Maine field hockey team kicks off its 2024 season on August 30 with a three-game road trip, facing preseason #1 Northwestern, UMass, and Indiana. Maine is entering the season after a semifinal loss in the America East and will rely on new recruits and returning players, including standout Poppy Lambert, who is close to breaking the all-time goals record. The Black Bears hope to improve on last year's 8-12 record with a mix of fresh talent and experienced players.
Kai Dube: First-year elementary education student aims to be a positive force for kids
Kai Dube: First-year elementary education student aims to be a positive force for kids. During her final year of high school, Kai Dube volunteered at Old Town Elementary School, just a couple miles down the road from the University of Maine. The experience helped solidify her choice to major in elementary education at UMaine, where she’s part of this year’s first-year class.
Maine man, juvenile arrested after drugs and stolen tools found in Rockland
ROCKLAND (WGME) -- A Maine man and juvenile have been arrested after police say they found drugs and stolen tools at a home in Rockland. Authorities say they searched a home and several outbuildings on Mountain Road on Thursday as part of an ongoing burglary, theft, and drug trafficking investigation.
Brewer PD Busts Squatters Trespassing And Drugs
Authorities in Brewer say some folks squatting in a building in town were arrested and taken to jail last Thursday. According to a post on their social media page, the incident took place on South Main Street. "Brewer Police officers were dispatched to an active criminal trespass complainant in the...
2024 American Honey Princess to visit Maine
Lainey Bell, the 2024 American Honey Princess, will visit Viles Arboretum, 153 Hospital St., Augusta, on Sunday, Sept. 8. She will participate in the first Maine Bee Fest with the Maine State Beekeepers Association (MSBA), speaking to attendees about the importance of honeybees to Maine agriculture and how commercial beekeepers keep crops blooming. She will also share how honey varies in taste, textures, and types. Lainey will make appearances throughout the event and will give presentations to the attendees.
Three High Schools in Maine Named Best in State
We can all agree that getting a proper education is important, but in our Pine Tree State, not all educations seem to be created equal. In Maine, everyone agrees that is essential, whether you're a child, a parent, or someone without kids. However, not all schools offer the same quality of education.
Birch Bay voted best place to work in Maine
HULLS COVE — Birch Bay Retirement Village, a nonprofit retirement community established in 2001, was named as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Maine. “This recognition is a testament to the culture that we have supported. A place where teamwork, compassion, kindness and trust are felt every day,” said Robert Hemenway, executive director of Birch Bay Retirement Village.
Maine GOP blames Democrats for increase in local property taxes
GORHAM (WGME) – Members of Maine’s Republican Party were in Gorham Wednesday, addressing ways to lower property taxes there. One representative said the town is one of many across the state to see a noticeable jump in property taxes. "Property taxes are going up all across the state,...
Jury finds Holden man guilty of driving drunk and striking pedestrian
BANGOR (BDN) -- A jury on Wednesday evening found a Holden man accused of driving drunk and hitting a pedestrian in Brewer guilty on all counts. David Mackenzie, 52, allegedly drank 12 Michelob Ultra beers, at 22 ounces each, in about six hours at High Tide Restaurant and Bar on July 15, 2023. He then drove home, hitting then-87-year-old Ira Williams of Brewer, on Eastern Avenue around 8:39 p.m. The crash left Williams with what police called serious injuries.
UMaine football ready for kickoff, first game Friday
The college football season kicks off Friday night in Orono. UMaine opens the season at home against Colgate. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. or the Black Bears. UMaine is coming off two straight 2-9 campaigns and hasn't made the playoffs since 2018, but with a new quarterback and Jordan Stevens coaching at his alma mater for a third season expectations are high.
Two Mainers Charged After Using Counterfeit Bills for Bail
Do people actually think they're usually smarter than the police?. I know that's a bit of a rhetorical question, but on the other hand, it happens. But I always wonder, why does one person think they can always outsmart a team of people? Or why do they try to outwit an organization whose sole purpose is dedicated to one thing? Chances are, when it's just you against all of them, you're going to lose.
Lisbon Water Department issues 'do not drink' order hours after saying water was OK
LISBON (WGME) -- The Lisbon Water District issued a "do not drink" order Thursday afternoon. Lisbon Water Department Interim General Manager Shellie Reynolds says that the department's filters had failed and allowed too much sludge into the drinking water, resulting in a possible high level of arsenic. The department says...
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