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New Caribou Track Available for the Whole Community
CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - Last year Caribou High School had to go to Presque Isle to hold track and field practices. This upcoming track season they’ll have the largest track in the County. This track is not just meant for the High School’s use. Starting Monday the Caribou track will be open to the public. This is the first time the track has been resurfaced since 2002. Trying to find a safe place to walk can be a struggle sometimes, But as long as you’re not riding a bike or in a motor vehicle, the track is the perfect place for anyone in the County.
Limerick opens brand new fire station
LIMERICK (WGME) -- With the ceremonial "uncoupling of a hose," Limerick's new fire station is officially open. The town held a dedication ceremony and open house Friday afternoon for its new fire and EMS station. The fire chief says the new station was badly needed because the last one wasn't...
New Hampshire Warns Boaters of Dangerous Conditions on Connecticut River
Concord, NH – Heavy rainfall has led to dangerous conditions on the Connecticut River and its tributaries, prompting a safety warning from the New Hampshire State Police – Marine Patrol. Boaters and swimmers are advised to exercise extreme caution due to elevated water flows and debris in the river.
Dating websites allegedly used to lure victims into deadly trap
Scranton, Pa. — A gang of drug dealers and thieves used dating websites to lure victims into a trap that resulted in victims being drugged, beaten, and robbed, according to the attorney general's office. In four instances, victims who were drugged died as a result of an overdose, said Gerard Karam of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Amanda Marie Correa, 29, Robert Andrew Barnes,...
One dead in fiery collision on East Main Street in Conway
CONWAY — A motor vehicle crash on July 12 resulted in a fatality and a fire when a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck collided on East Main Street at about 3:57 p.m. Conway Police Department officers arrived at the scene to find a 2022 Peterbilt tractor pulling a 2009 Manac trailer had collided with a 2002 Ford F150 pickup truck.
Lancaster farmers say recent storm is unlike anything they have ever seen
LANCASTER, N.H. — Following this week's flooding in parts of Northern New Hampshire, Lancaster residents said this is the worst storm they've seen in their lifetime. "I've never seen anything like this in Northern New Hampshire," Andy Nadeau said. "Every year, the meadow gets flooded with the melt, but this was different."
Gowestyounggrace equals Cumberland track record
Cumberland, ME – Heavy favorite Gowestyoungrace used a first over trip to overpower her rivals while equaling the track record at First Tracks Cumberland for 3-year-old pacing fillies. In the first of two $16,000-plus divisions of the Maine Sire Stakes on Friday (July 12), driver Dave Ingraham was content...
Common Law Marriage Does Not Exist in Maine
There are plenty of people all around us who have been in long-term relationships but have never taken the step of getting married. Friends and family have likely joked that while that couple may not "officially" be married, they've been together so long, it's a common law marriage now. But...
'Lost on a Mountain in Maine' to debut at Maine International Film Festival
WATERVILLE, Maine — “Lost on a Mountain in Maine” is a book Mainers read in the fourth grade that tells the harrowing story of Donn Fendler. On Saturday, that same story will be told in a feature film at the Maine International Film Festival. The movie and...
All Redbox Kiosks in Maine Are Closed
Maine has several Redbox kiosks all over the Pine Tree State, and they will soon disappear. A sad day for those who do not like change or struggle with new technology, but a devastating day for Redbox's over 1000 employees who haven't be paid, and will be left without a job, and without severance.
County student brings gold home to Maine
Josh McGillicuddy, a recent graduate of Northern Maine Community College’s (NMCC) Electrical Construction and Maintenance program, won a gold medal at the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) in Atlanta, G.A. This annual event, held from June 24 to 28, is the nation’s largest gathering of future skilled professionals and a highlight for career and technical education excellence.
Bid It to Win It Is Coming Soon, and You Can Bid on Amazing Items in This Maine Online Auction
Are you ready for something amazing? Check out our exclusive online auction from the comfort of your home. Bid It to Win It starts Monday, July 15, when you can bid on some incredible items with the chance to potentially save thousands of dollars. So what is up for bid?...
Lewiston mass shooting victims honored at annual butterfly release
LEWISTON, Maine — Close to a thousand monarch butterflies were released Saturday in Lewiston as a tribute to the lives of loved ones lost, including the victims of the Lewiston mass shootings. Hosted by Andwell Health Partners, the event has been running for 15 years for families as a...
Sen. Collins expects Army's report into handling of Robert Card to be released next week
Maine Sen. Susan Collins said she's been briefed on the Army's investigation into its handling of Reservist Robert Card, the man responsible for the Lewiston shootings. She's unable to share more details until the report is final but she said there are troubling revelations. "There are some very serious failures...
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