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Quirk uses big fourth inning to take down Franklin County
BANGOR - A 7-run fourth inning for the Quirk Motor City Riverdogs was the difference maker on Monday night, pushing them to a 12-2 victory over the Franklin County Flyers. Quirk led 2-0 after the first inning. The Flyers added a run on a wild pitch in the third, but the Riverdogs had an answer in the bottom of the frame. After an Andrew Cote infield single, a hit-and-run set up a first and third situation for Collin Peckham who singled home Cote.
Presumpscot Regional Land Trust is challenging Mainers to 'take a hike'
WINDHAM, Maine — For any outdoor enthusiast or those simply looking to explore Maine's landscape, the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust's 2024 trail challenge is now active. This is the second year the land trust is putting on a trail challenge; this time it's in Windham. "We're really excited to...
Bucksport community remains firm with intentions to keep landfill closure on track
BUCKSPORT, Maine — The town of Bucksport lost 40 percent of its tax revenue when the Verso Paper Mill closed in 2014. A decade later, the town is still fighting the fallout in the form of the mill’s old landfill. The fill, now owned by Bucksport Mill LLC,...
Crash on Route 1 in Woolwich seriously injures several people
WOOLWICH, Maine — Several people were injured Tuesday afternoon in a crash on Route 1 in Woolwich. Deputies responded to several reports about a two-vehicle crash shortly before 2 p.m. on Route 1 in front of Kennebec Equipment Rental in Woolwich, the Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.
Poland-area school district looks to pass new budget after last version failed
POLAND (WGME)-- The Poland-area school district is looking to pass its budget after the last one failed. It's part of the theme this summer with Maine voters not budging on school budgets. Several school districts have been forced to make cuts more than once before sending budgets back to voters.
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...
World-class performers are heading to Maine for a coastal musical tradition
DAMARISCOTTA, Maine — The Salt Bay Chamberfest is celebrating its 30th year this summer in Damariscotta. It’s been a while since founder and artistic director Wilhelmina Smith had the original idea for the festival, but the memory of its inspiration remains vivid. "It was a combination of elements,"...
US Navy Christens the Future USS Patrick Gallagher
The U.S. Navy christened the future USS Patrick Gallagher (DDG 127), during a ceremony on July 27, in Bath, Maine. The ship, built at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, is the last of the Flight IIA Arleigh Burke-Class guided missile destroyers. The shipbuilder was awarded the contract for Patrick Gallagher...
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.
Milo PD fed up with ATV violations around town
MILO, Maine (WABI) - In 2023, the town of Milo opened their in-town streets to ATV or UTV operations except one road that passes through the cemetery. The Milo police chief said it was a great year, and locals followed the laws. However, he said they’re fed up with people...
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.
Both teens in custody after escape from Long Creek on Friday
AUGUSTA, Maine — Both teens who escaped Long Creek Youth Development Center last Friday have been taken into custody. The 16-year-old was located in Massachusetts, the Maine Department of Corrections said Tuesday. Police arrested the boy in Georgetown, Massachusetts, after a reported stolen vehicle crashed around 5:14 a.m., according...