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Maine Art Gallery Members Show “Made in Maine”
(Wiscasset, ME) Works in painting, drawing, textiles, sculpture, photography, and assemblage by members of the Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset will be on exhibit from July 25 through September 8. There will be an opening reception for this energetic and eclectic show on Saturday, July 27, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, with refreshments and music by singer/songwriter Katie Daggett.
Alna’s tax rate rises
Alna selectmen Monday night set this year’s tax rate at $23.35 per $1,000 of assessed valuation — the second year in a row the rate has hiked. The board tapped 90% of excise taxes to help keep this year’s hike from being higher. Officials attributed the hike to several factors, including higher municipal spending and higher county and school tabs.
Branden Fowler picks up first win in 4 years at Wiscasset Speedway
With clear skies above and no rain on the horizon, it was the picture-perfect day for some racing on Maine’s Coast on Saturday. Wiscasset Speedway took full advantage of the weather, hosting a jam-packed Group 2 racing program that included double features for both the T&L Automotive Modifieds and the Wood Pellet Warehouse Late Models.
Critter Chatter – A New Chapter
As noted in last month’s article, rehabber Don Cote at Duck Pond Wildlife Care Center was hospitalized for a week in late May. I’m relieved and happy to report that his recovery at home is going well and as we expected, it didn’t take long before he started taking calls about orphaned and injured critters. In fact, we recently purchased a new answering machine with a volume enhancer so he doesn’t miss any!
Jen Nittolo From Winterport In Central Maine Idol’s Friday Finale
A Winterport resident could win a cool 10 grand this Friday night!. Cheer Jen on this Friday night, as she goes for the crown! Remember, this is how Julia Gagnon got started!. After weeks of intense competition, this Friday night, is the grand finale of Central Maine Idol. One of Maine's best singers could win a cool $10,000!
Maine College Football Coaches Luncheon kicks off start of new season
BRUNSWICK (WGME) -- The 17th annual Maine College Football Coaches Luncheon kicked off at Bowdoin College Monday. Coaching staffs from Bates, Bowdoin, Colby, Husson, Maine Maritime, UNE and the University of Maine were on hand talking football and helping to grow the game in Maine. For the coaches, Monday's luncheon...
Trail walk at Pineland Farms Wednesday July 24
Nine of us walked the Shaker Bog trail. We found the heat bearable under the tree canopy and with the slight breeze from the bog. The trail has multiple trees across the path but it was maneuverable for all of us. It’s a quiet location where we saw two loons.
Second Gentleman Emhoff to attend fundraising event in Falmouth
FALMOUTH (WGME) -- Wednesday, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Maine. The Maine Democratic Party confirms Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff will be at a private fundraising event in Falmouth. They say this trip was planned before President Joe Biden decided not to run for re-election.
Leading with Heart: York Hospital nears fundraising goal for new cardiac lab
YORK, Maine — York Hospital has raised $4.9 million toward its $6.4 million goal for the Petrovich Peterson Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. "The 'Leading with Heart' campaign is crucial for ensuring our community has access to the best cardiac care possible," said York Hospital President Dr. Patrick Taylor. "We are calling on our community, partners, and supporters to join us in this transformative journey to better serve our patients – and save lives."
With Walgreens as long-term tenant, Portland building is sold to NY investor for $6.25M
A retail property leased to Walgreens in Portland that was on the market for a little over a year recently found a buyer who considered it a good investment. Cam Kenmar 3 LLC bought 616 Forest Ave. from Riverwood Commercial Properties Inc. for $6.25 million. Chris Pascucci and Brian Dano...
UPDATE: Man and woman died after 2nd chase in 3 days with police
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) -We have new information about a deadly crash on the Finson Road in Bangor Monday morning that killed two people. Police have confirmed this was the second chase the pair was in with police in the last three days. Bangor Police say 39-year-old Sheena Soctomah-Rolfe of Orono...
The love on stage at Maine State Music Theatre isn’t staged. It’s real.
BRUNSWICK, Maine — Darien Crago and Daniel Plimpton, two of the lead actors in Maine State Music Theatre’s production of "White Christmas," portray a couple who fall in love and become engaged. Playing the roles did not require a tremendous leap of imagination. They met 10 years ago...
Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse
The Ogunquit Playhouse is filling its summer nights with a little night music- literally. “A Little Night Music” is a sophisticated musical comedy with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler set in early 20th century Sweden. The story revolves around a complex web of relationships and romantic entanglements among the privileged upper class.
Thank you to the Town of Camden, its residents and Garden Tour visitors
On behalf of the Camden Garden Club, it is my pleasure to thank the town of Camden and the many residents and visitors who helped make the Club's 76th Annual Garden Tour on July 18 a rousing success. The Camden Police Department, Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce, and St....
Hozier Is Already In Bangor Ahead Of Wednesday’s Concert
There was music pumping throughout the Bangor Waterfront yesterday!. Hozier will bring his "Unreal Unearth Tour 2024" to the Maine Savings Amphitheater, on the Bangor Waterfront, tomorrow night, but the word on the street is that he is already in town. Monday afternoon, several people on Facebook commented that they...
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