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Cumberland’s Luke Marsanskis, Houlton’s Teanne Ewings win at 43rd Annual Walter Hunt 4th of July 3K Road Race
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The 43rd Annual Walter Hunt 4th of July 3K Road Race ran through Bangor before the holiday parade. Cumberland’s Luke Marsanskis and Houlton’s Teanne Ewings crossed the finish line first in their groups. Marsanskis timed at 8:07, then Ewings clocked in at 9:40. “It...
Augusta man believed 'armed and dangerous' still at large; search ongoing
AUGUSTA, Maine — The search continued Saturday for a suspect who Augusta police said should be considered armed and dangerous. The search began Friday afternoon, when police said they responded around 1 p.m. to a report of domestic violence between and man and his parents on Riverside Drive. The...
Several children rescued from rip current in Old Orchard Beach
OLD ORCHARD BEACH (WGME) -- Several children were rescued from rip currents in Old Orchard Beach Friday evening. Firefighters say rip currents are rampant right now. The fire department says lifeguards sprang into action and rescued four children. Fire and EMS were called, but the lifeguards were able to get...
Houlton woman wins $1,000 karaoke showdown
HOULTON, Maine — Houlton resident Danielle Lane captured the $1,000 Karaoke Showdown prize on Wednesday night at the Temple Theater in downtown Houlton. “We’re going to Disney baby,” Lane called out into the crowd as she was awarded her prize. One of 12 contenders tasked with singing...
Mount Desert Island YMCA hosts craft fair fundraiser
BAR HARBOR -- The Mount Desert Island YMCA is honoring its 125th year in operation, and held a 4th of July craft fair that was part fundraiser and part celebration. The event featured vendors offering handcrafted jewelry, trinkets, art and more, allowing small businesses to shine while supporting a community pillar. The funds raised will help to keep swim lessons free for area children.
Houlton’s Midnight Madness draws 7,000
HOULTON, Maine — It was a Midnight Madness extravaganza of glitz, scents, food, music and neon-lighted bubble shooters as 7,000 people packed into several blocks on Houlton’s historic downtown square on Wednesday night. The annual town event that draws thousands, many returning home for the July 4 holiday,...
UMFK students named to the spring dean’s list
FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent is proud to announce the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester. This includes full-time and part-time students. “Congratulations to the students who have made the UMFK dean’s & academic recognition lists,” said UMFK President Deb Hedeen. “The dean’s list includes full-time students who have earned a 3.2 grade point average, while the academic recognition list acknowledges our part-time students who have also earned a 3.2 GPA. Their accomplishments are to be acknowledged and celebrated. We are incredibly proud to have these talented students as members of the UMFK community.”
Rain didn’t stop spectators at Houlton’s annual July 4th parade
HOULTON, Maine (WAGM) - People lined the streets of Houlton this morning in the rain to watch the town’s annual July Fourth parade. The parade had floats from businesses, non-profits, and community groups. Locals and people from across the state came to watch the parade, collect goodies and spend time with family.
Wilton man in critical condition following jet ski crash
WILTON, Maine — A man is in critical condition following a boating crash Thursday evening in Wilton. At about 5:30 p.m., 47-year-old Bertrand Poisson of Wilton was operating his jet ski on Wilson Lake, Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife spokesperson Mark Latti said in a release. According...
Traditional and nontraditional merge at 2024 Thomaston 4th parade
Blasts from the past kept stride with current and imaginative times during the 2024 Thomaston Fourth of July parade. Some sights included an antique school bus occupied by members of the Lady Knox chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Rifle shots from war reenactors, youth sports teams, the Molar Express, political parties, and Spiderman.
Wanted Maine Man is Considered ‘Armed & Dangerous’
According to a post on the Oxford County Sheriff’s Department Facebook page, deputies are looking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with various crimes, including Domestic Violence Assault. The post explains that Jacob McGurn was last seen on foot in the town of...
Portland dazzles with festive Fourth of July celebrations on Eastern Prom
PORTLAND (WGME) - Lots of people were celebrating the 4th of July on Thursday in Vacationland!. There were parades and events across the state and of course lots of fireworks. And hundreds of people marked the holiday in Portland. “We used to do festivals like this when I was growing...
Bath marks 50th Heritage Days with parade, carnival, and waterfront music
BATH (WGME) - A milestone celebration is going on in Bath on this 4th of July, the 50th anniversary of Bath Heritage Days. The entire city was buzzing with activity today from a parade to an all-day carnival and strawberry shortcake social in the park. Thousands of people turned out...
The Elks Host 4th of July in Presque Isle
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Folks in Presque Isle were enjoying some Fourth of July activities outside, thanks to the Presque Isle Elks Lodge. The Elks Lodge held their 18th annual July 4th Community Celebration. This event originally started back in 2006 because Elk members, Dana Dickson and Alan Harding, noticed a lack of events going on in the city during this holiday.
Limestone reschedules fireworks but hundreds enjoy patriotic parade
LIMESTONE, Maine — Limestone’s Fourth of July events got off to a rocky start Wednesday night when a fireworks technician was injured just before 9 p.m. While setting up the show, a fireworks technician suffered injuries after several fireworks were accidentally set off near the chosen site at Grand Falls Road, said Michelle Albert, president of the Limestone Chamber of Commerce, who organizes the annual Fourth events.
Kids recite Pledge of Allegiance for free scoop of their favorite ice cream flavor
SANFORD, Maine — This Fourth of July, children and families are celebrating the holiday in the sweetest way possible—by indulging in ice cream and other delightful treats. Two shops in Maine are making a special effort to create memorable experiences for their young customers. At Shain's of Maine,...
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