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Multi-hundred million dollar Penobscot River cleanup begins
The court-appointed trustee, Greenfields, directing work to remediate mercury in the Penobscot River Estuary announced in late June that 13 Beneficial Environmental Projects (BEPs) will receive funding to begin delivering tangible benefits to affected communities and ecosystems. The projects will begin to fulfill a 2022 settlement in which a federal judge approved a multi-hundred million dollar clean-up and restoration for the estuary, according to a news release from the Maine People’s Alliance.
Southport selectmen set special town meeting for July 24
Southport residents will decide whether to adopt two ordinances during a July 24 special town meeting. Selectmen approved the special town meeting during their July 3 regular meeting. One proposed ordinance deals with implementing housing goals established by LD 2003. In 2022, Gov. Janet Mills signed the legislation establishing statewide and regional housing production goals and a municipal role in achieving those goals. The law imposes density and other requirements for affordable housing developments that preempt inconsistent municipal regulations. It requires municipalities to allow up to four dwelling units on each lot where housing is allowed, depending upon the lot and whether it contains an existing dwelling. It also requires municipalities to allow accessory dwelling units in any area where housing is permitted and comply with certain accessory dwelling unit requirements.
Boothbay Railway Village: It’s the 60th anniversary!
Boothbay Railway Village was founded by George McEvoy in 1964. It opened for the first time in 1965 on Memorial Day weekend. Many of the buildings were saved from demolition by him, including Freeport Station. which he transported in nine pieces over three days in Feb. 1964, and where visitors buy their tickets; the 1847 Boothbay Town Hall in 1990; and Spruce Point Chapel in 1995.
It’s ‘Free Movie Night’ At Maine Savings Amphitheater This Friday
A FREE movie outdoors? Not a bad way to kick off a weekend!. It’s a rare non-concert night on the Bangor Waterfront, so grab the gang this Friday night, July 12th, because Bangor Parks and Recreation are teaming up with the Maine Savings Amphitheater, to host a FREE screening of the smash hit "Wonka"
3 Mainers injured in Concord crash
CONCORD (WGME) -- An investigation is underway in Somerset County after a head-on crash left three Mainers injured, including two who suffered life-threatening injuries. According to the Morning Sentinel, the crash happened on Kennebec River road in Concord on Saturday afternoon. The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office told the Morning Sentinel,...
2024 Vintage Car Show will award six trophies
The 11th annual OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show volunteers report that 2024 trophies have already arrived due to quick action by the Bristol Town Office staff. Six trophies will be awarded by popular voting including first, second and third place, outstanding motorcycle, staff pick and the coveted “kids pick” trophy decided by young attendees, twelve and under.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Scarborough crash
SCARBOROUGH (WGME) -- A 24-year-old Maine motorcyclist has been seriously injured after police say he was hit by a car in Scarborough on Sunday night. Police say a car crashed into a motorcycle at the intersection of County Road, also known as Route 22, and Saco Street around 9:05 p.m.
Long-delayed hydro project to deliver power to New England progressing
PORTLAND, Maine: Workers are making significant progress on a long-delayed project to deliver Canadian hydropower-generated electricity to 1 million homes in New England. The project, known as the New England Clean Energy Connect, has been a subject of fierce debate and legal battles. According to a report filed with state...
Food pantries on University of Maine at Augusta campuses receive donation
University Credit Union (UCU) presented checks to the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) totaling $2,000 for its student-run and campus-sanctioned food pantries on its Augusta and Bangor campuses, respectively. The Augusta Campus check of $1,000 was presented to Kaylee Jones, Madison Riggs, and Rose Pelletier by Lauren Cornelio and...
Farm and fiber mill in Troy enters first summer running on renewable energy
TROY — Some people look forward to Independence Day as the start of the more leisurely days of summer, a time for vacations, hikes, and perhaps time at the coast. Many Maine farmers, on the other hand, are heading into their busiest season with long workdays ahead. At Moorit Hill Farm and Fiber in the Central Maine town of Troy, this July will also bring long days of energy production. Earlier this year the farmers added a 41-kW rooftop solar array, paid for in part with a Rural Energy for America Program grant. The grant was awarded by USDA Rural Development, whose Maine State Director, Rhiannon Hampson, toured the farm and fiber mill Wednesday, July 3.
“It means the world”: Event held in Unity for boy battling cancer
UNITY, Maine (WABI) - A local community gathered together to help raise money for one boy’s battle. A fundraiser event, known as “Benny’s Benefit”, was held at Stone Tree Farm and Cidery in Unity. Benny Erikson was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, an uncommon type of cancer. Brian...
Winterport Marketplace hosts 1st Christmas in July sale
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) -The Winterport Marketplace is holding its first annual Christmas in July sale this week. Customers can come in and shop discounted Christmas items ranging from a Santa bust to ornaments. Although the event ends tomorrow, the store is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day...
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