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Portland Medicaid Transportation driver named Modivcare Maine Driver of the Month
SOUTH PORTLAND — Modivcare Inc. (the “Company” or “Modivcare”) (Nasdaq: MODV), a technology-enabled healthcare services company that provides a platform of integrated supportive care solutions focused on improving health outcomes, […]
Husson University Inducts Bob O’Keefe Into Million-Dollar Donor Club
Husson University recently celebrated Bob O'Keefe '67 for surpassing $1 million in donations, marking his entry into the prestigious million-dollar donor club. O'Keefe, a longtime supporter of the university, began donating over 20 years ago, significantly enhancing Husson's athletic programs, particularly softball facilities. His contributions extend beyond athletics, aiding various campus projects and scholarships, inspiring students and faculty alike.
Lewiston home raided again, 5 arrested in drug bust
LEWISTON (WGME) -- Five people are facing charges after a drug bust at a home in Lewiston. The same home has been raided four times in the last nine months. Authorities searched a home at 149 College St. on Thursday as part of ongoing drug investigations. Police say they found...
Maine Field Hockey Coach’s Show – August 14 [VIDEO]
Maine Field Hockey Coach Josette Babineau and Assistant Coach Leslie Smith-Abplanalp joined Chris Popper on Wednesday, August 14th for the weekly Maine Field Hockey Coach's Show. Topics discussed included the1st week of Training Camp, the Team's trip to Bar Harbor on Tuesday, the America East Preseason Poll and more. In...
Maine man accused of choking, threatening to woman in Farmington
FARMINGTON (WGME) -- A Maine man has been accused of trying to strangle his father's girlfriend at a home in Farmington following an argument about chores. According to the Sun Journal, police responded to a home on Weeks Mills Road on Monday where they arrested 33-year-old Nicholas Smith of Farmington. He was charged with aggravated assault and criminal threatening.
Good Samaritan uses Narcan to save man in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - One person now has a second chance at life following the heroic actions of a Good Samaritan in Bangor Tuesday. ”You could see him,” explained Nate Correa. “You could see his body.”. Correa was walking through Coe Park in Bangor Tuesday when he saw...
Megunticook Trail Festival Enters 5th Year
Trail Running Races for Everyone at Camden Hills State Park. The Megunticook Trail Festival, a trail running event in Camden Hills State Park, will be held this year on Saturday, September 7, 2024. The festival offers something for every level runner, with three different race distances and varying courses- a 10k, a 20k, and a 50k option. These races bring in runners from all over the country but have also become a mainstay for Maine trail runners.
Maine Educators celebrated in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Live and Work in Maine celebrated Maine Educators Wednesday!. Educators were invited to Bangor’s Fielder’s Choice for free ice cream, swag and discounted mini golf. People were encouraged to bring their families to celebrate the approaching school year. The event also provides resources and...
Inmate dies at Penobscot County Jail
BANGOR -- An inmate at the Penobscot County Jail died Wednesday morning. According to the sheriff's office, the man was found unresponsive in his cell just before 8 a.m. On-site medical staff performed life-saving measures until the fire department arrived, but the man was later pronounced dead. An early investigation...
Two-vehicle accident in Caribou near Route One and High Street Intersection
CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - UPDATE: The roads are now open, according to Caribou Fire and Ambulance. A two-vehicle accident in Caribou has re-routed southbound traffic on Route One. The accident occurred near the intersection of High Street and Route One. A reporter on the scene identified that a black GMC...
Everything You Need to Know About Sunday’s Backpack Giveaways in Augusta & Waterville, Maine
If you are a parent, you know that back-to-school shopping is not cheap. To fully prepare your kids for school, they will probably need new clothes, new shoes, a lunchbox, a haircut, and a backpack filled with supplies. Well, thanks to some amazingly generous people, hundreds of Central Maine kids...
Library to welcome author Paul Doiron
Join Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library in partnership with the Opera House on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m. for an evening with Maine author Paul Doiron. This free, community event will take place at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor located at 86 Townsend Avenue. No reservations are necessary. Doors open at 7 p.m. Arrive early to grab a good seat!
Nurse who works nights threatens to sue Kittery over pickleball noise at Emery Field
KITTERY, Maine — A lawyer for an Admiralty Village resident has threatened a lawsuit against the town due to the noise from nearby daytime pickleball play at Emery Field. Addressed to Town Manager Kendra Amaral, Portland attorney Jeffrey Shafto wrote last month that his client is a night shift staffer in the Exeter Hospital emergency room, has been “unable to sleep soundly” and “is chronically fatigued during (the) majority of the year” due to noise from the...
From grand launch to quick capsize off Cape Henlopen: Disastrous voyage of F. D. Hodgkins
“Successfully launched today from the yard of J, M. Grant, in Ellsworth,” the Portland [Maine] Daily Press announced on Nov. 17, 1883, the schooner F. D. Hodgkins. As with many ship launches, dignitaries were invited to ride aboard the vessel as it splashed into the water. In this case, one of Maine’s United States senators, Eugene Hale, and his family enjoyed the short ride as the schooner was launched. Maiden voyage to Haiti, passing by the Delaware...
Nevada Hotel’s Lulu’s tiki bar at York Beach now open to public: 'I’m definitely excited'
YORK, Maine — Long Sands Beach’s newest tiki bar is open to the public after a holdup this summer in the restaurant’s approval process. Lulu’s has been serving guests of the Nevada Hotel since its historic reopening this summer by Joe Lipton, who completely refurbished the establishment and added a third floor. Initially, town officials required the restaurant to remain exclusive to hotel guests until a change of use was approved. ...
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