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Delivery date set for all-inclusive playground in Rockland, assembly volunteers needed
ROCKLAND — Rockland Rotary has reached its fundraising goal and the “All-Aboard” Inclusive Playground has been ordered and will be arriving Monday morning, August 19, at MacDougal Park. Rockland Rotary is seeking volunteers for the Playground Community Build Project to assemble the equipment. On August 19, volunteers...
Maine Seeks Input on Whether Moose Hunt Should Be Changed
For many people in and around Maine, hunting season is an annual tradition that gets them as excited as Christmas Day. For those who truly enjoy the sport, entering the moose lottery is more exciting than playing the Megabucks. But over the last several years, the Maine Department of Inland...
Ethics Commission faults lawmaker for late filings but doesn't fine him
A longtime state lawmaker from Orrington received a reprimand but no fine from the Maine Ethics Commission on Wednesday over his political action committee's repeated failure to file campaign finance reports on time. Commissioners opted not to impose a fine on Republican Rep. Dick Campbell for filing a report 46...
Free MUSIC in the PARK on Wednesdays at NOON in Sullivan, Maine
Age-Friendly Sullivan is to invite you to our 3rd weekly event of musicians entertaining our community on Wednesdays at noon, on July 24th, 2024. Local musician, Gary Bushee will be our guest artist at our MUSIC in the PARK, under the tents at Sumner Memorial Park in Sullivan. Gary Bushee has been making music since early childhood, singing songs and playing harmonica from about age six, followed by guitar and recorder. A multi-instrumentalist, Gary plays mandolin, fiddle, viola, ukulele, and percussion. He identifies primarily as a singer, working in the folk tradition with frequent forays into jazz and country blues. Bring a picnic lunch, bring your family and friends, meet your neighbors and relax under the tents near the Gazebo. These events are FREE to the public. Scheduled musicians are as follows: 7/24: Gary Bushee 7/31: Doc & Polly 8/07: Caleb Jolley 8/14: Snarky Sisters Sponsored by AARP Maine, in support of their 2023 Annual Beacon Community award presented to Age-Friendly Sullivan last October, this series is open to all ages, all visitors and residents. While our focus is Sullivan, residents and visitors in neighboring communities are welcome to join us in our community events, attend our monthly meetings and programs, plus learn how they may become an Age-Friendly Livable Community in Maine. To learn more about Age-Friendly Sullivan, please see our webpage at: https://sullivanmaine.org/age-friendly-sullivan/ or follow our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/agefriendlysullivan.
Ironman Maine Triathalon in Augusta, July 28
The IRONMAN® 70.3® Maine triathlon in Augusta is Sunday, July 28. More info HERE!. The Kennebec River current propels athletes 1.2 miles downriver giving them the legs they need for the 56-mile New England bike journey of swooping descents and adventurous climbs. The 13-1-mile rolling run hugs the riverbed and offers a tree lined canopy with plenty of shade and incredible community support all the way to the finish-line.
New Restaurant To Open On Main Street In Bangor Friday
Adding some new life to the very first spot along Main Street there's a new business set to open in Bangor this Friday night. According to their brand new social media page, The Key Room is ready to offer Bangor an opportunity for some good food and tasty drinks. "The...
School Districts Recognized for Healthy Meals
MADAWASKA, FRENCHVILLE, FORT KENT, EASTON, Maine (WAGM) - The Healthy Meals Incentives Recognition Award and the Lunch Trailblazer Awards were awarded to the Madawaska School Department, MSAD 33, & MSAD 27. The Districts received these awards for improving the nutrition of school meals. New lunch menu items at the districts...
Maine lawmakers urge Army to update mental health policies
(The Center Square) — Maine's congressional delegation is calling on the U.S. Army to overhaul its policies and procedures in response to a damaging report detailing multiple failures to identify Army reservist and Lewiston mass shooter Sgt. 1st Class Robert Card's mental health issues. A newly released Army report outlines a series of failures and "multiple errors" by Card's unit leading up to the Oct. 25, 2023, shooting where he...
Soboleski running for second Maine House term after losing CD2 primary
After an unsuccessful primary race for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District, Republican Mike Soboleski is running for reelection to the state House of Representatives. Soboleski represented District 73 in Phillips during the 131st Legislature, but did not run for reelection opting instead to vye for a federal seat. Kevin Lee Scott originally ran to replace Soboleski, […]
Kennebunk High custodian finishes in top three for excellence award: ‘Lucky to have her’
KENNEBUNK, Maine — Kennebunk High School custodian Terri Baird placed in the top three for the 2024 A. Burleigh Oxton Award for Excellence. The award is given out each year by the Educational Plant Maintenance Association of Maine and recognizes custodians who go above and beyond their regular duties and is passionate about helping students. ...
Legends of the Game: Gregg Frame
Our sister station, The Score, Sports Radio 1160 WSKW and Central Maine Sports are telling the stories of the players that made Central Maine Sports special. “Legends of the Game” features the star players and coaches that have left a large and special mark on Central Maine sports.
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