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Man accused of firing shots following altercation in Portland
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Police say a Maine man has been arrested for firing shots in Portland on Friday. Police say they responded to 355 Woodford Street around 7:15 a.m. for a report of shots fired. According to police, 40-year-old Chi Ho of Portland fired a gun after an altercation. Ho...
Run & Party For a Cause This Weekend in Augusta w/ Kelly’s Cause For Brain Tumors
One of my favorite things that I do in my 'spare' time is taking part in a committee-member role on Kelly's Cause For Brain Tumors. Kelly Theberge has been a wonderful friend of mine for more than 300 years, and I love being part of her wonderful cause. This year, our 5K after party will be taking place at Westernview Golf Club from 1-5.
Sanford High School welcomes back Tracy Gibson as new principal: 'I am honored to be back'
SANFORD, Maine — Tracy Gibson has been named the new school principal of Sanford High School. "Tracy's educational background combined with her practical experiences are a great fit for Sanford High School," said Superintendent Matt Nelson. "We are excited for Tracy to bring her passion for education, leadership skills, and commitment to student success back to Sanford."
Deadline Friday afternoon for Camden property owners to schedule hearings over valuation disputes
CAMDEN — Two weeks ago, Camden property owners received letters from the town office, notifying them of their revised property valuations. A full revaluation took place this past year, pushing Camden’s total valuation to $2.4 billion, up $743 million from the 2023 $1.6 billion in 2023. Now, property...
Head of Federal Reserve in Boston Visits Millinocket
MILLINOCKET, Maine (WABI) - Millinocket had some special visitors from Boston on Thursday. Susan Collins of the Federal Reserve Bank in Boston made the trek to what is known as Maine’s Biggest Small Town. “New England is the Boston Fed’s district and region, and I am here to learn...
Massive Halloween Event Returning to Downtown Augusta, Maine
For many Mainers, Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. Much like Christmas, it is one of those holidays that changes as we age. When we are kids, we are just excited to be able to get bags of candy. When we are young adults, it is a chance to dress up like we never would and get lit. When we settle down and become parents, we live the Halloween fun vicariously through our children.
New boat from anonymous donor enhances Harpswell’s water rescue capabilities
Harpswell first responders now have two locally maintained boats at their disposal to conduct water rescues and other maritime activities, thanks to a new landing craft from an anonymous donor. On Wednesday, July 10, the Cundy’s Harbor Volunteer Fire Department unveiled its new vessel, a 24-foot Packman workboat made by...
Vacationland Awaits GSPSS’ Return To Speedway 95
By @speedwaydigest via Speedway Digest - Home for NASCAR News - Vacationland Awaits GSPSS’ Return To Speedway 95, 20h ago. The 2024 Granite State Pro Stock Series season reaches its halfway point this weekend, and a road trip to the Pine Tree State will set the stage for the run to the championship trophy. Speedway 95, only a few minutes off its namesake interstate in Hermon, Maine, welcomes the GSPSS back for its third series event and the first of two stops planned this year. Last year’s series debut at the bullring outside Bangor marked the return of Pro Stock/Super Late Model racing to the track for the first time since 2019. Former series winner Garrett Hall was victorious in…
Here’s What is Likely to go into The Former Skowhegan, Maine Drive-In Site
The Skowhegan Drive-In closed on September 23, 2023. The drive-in, which had been in operation for 70 years since its opening in 1953, showed its final films on that date, the Kennebec Journal reported. Since last fall, the longtime outdoor theater has sat vacant just waiting for new life...
States force green transition in public transportation despite taxpayer burden
(The Center Square) – Despite a hefty taxpayer price tag, several states are requiring cities to transition their public transportation to emitting zero greenhouse gasses. Since 2022, seven states have passed laws to transition to zero-emission school buses. In Illinois, a law passed last year requiring all transit agencies to purchase zero-emission buses by 2026. Similar legislation was passed in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland and New York. ...
Impacts of Microsoft outage felt in Maine
STATEWIDE -- A single defective content update by a cybersecurity technology company named CrowdStrike caused havoc for Microsoft users. The outage impacted banks, businesses, airports and countless other institutions across the world, including here around central Maine. Friday, July 19th was yet another reminder of how much the world is dependent on technology, and how one defect, can cause a global ripple effect. It was a simple update that rendered tech-ware to stop working around the world.
Teens bike from Florida to Maine to raise money, advocate
PORTLAND, Maine — A group of teenagers, and their coaches, is on an incredible bike ride that has brought them from Miami Beach all the way to Maine. The Bike Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) Dream Team pedaled through Portland Wednesday, exactly one month after leaving from Florida. "The BRAG...
Access to fairways: How an adaptive golf cart is changing lives
PITTSFIELD, Maine — Twelve-year-old Kellan Tilton wanted to join his school’s golf team. However, his wheelchair limited his opportunity to get on the greens. Tilton, of Detroit, is permanently paralyzed after a cancerous tumor grew on his spine as a baby. Since he beat cancer, he and his family have been advocating for children with disabilities to have equal access to activities.
Take A Cold Plunge This Weekend To Keep Veterans Warm This Winter
It's a "cool" way to support keeping local vets warm this winter. Greater Bangor's first and only floatation therapy center, Float 207, is hosting an event from 10 AM until 4 PM on Saturday, July 20th, that's set to do just that. Roscoe Witham, owner of Float 207, says as...
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