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Maine's Hire-A-Vet Campaign begins
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign began in Augusta this morning. More than 150 employers were present for one of the stops of the state’s largest hiring event of the year. “We have healthy, hearty Maine veterans who are here to make our way of life in...
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
Florida animal rescue wants dog back after 6 dogs die under Maine rescue owner’s care
BUCKSPORT, Maine (WABI) - An employee at a Florida-based animal rescue says one of their former dogs is one of the 27 that were rescued from Coastal Dreams Rescue and Sanctuary in Bucksport earlier this month. The owner and operator is now facing several charges for mistreating dogs at her...
Rare find: Father-son lobstermen pull calico lobster from Maine water
WELLS, Maine (WMTW) - Another uniquely colored lobster has been pulled from Maine waters. Sarah Seale shared a picture with Maine’s Total Coverage of a calico lobster that her husband, Josh, and son, Zach, who is a junior lobsterman, caught on Wednesday. Their boat operates out of Wells Harbor.
No taxes on tips? What this could mean for Maine
PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) - Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have called for an end to taxes on tips. What could this mean for Mainers?. “Our paycheck basically gives us just enough to cover those taxes,” said Daija Ramos, a waitress in Portland. Ramos says...
Mainer Famous for Flub of ‘Buttery Flaky Crust’ Has Died
Jack Palmer from Hermon, Maine, who couldn't say "buttery, flaky crust", has passed. He will have a place in the hearts of not only Mainers, but nearly seven million people who watched the outtakes of the famous Dysart’s commercial. Jack was 86 years old. If you don't remember (or...
Two of the World’s Scariest Film Locations Exist in Maine
Once upon a time in Hollywood, there were film executives that thought scary movies would never be popular. Fast forward several decades, and horror films aren't just a Halloween thing; they've released and consumed all year long. Stephen King had a lot to do with that. He was given the...
Hallowell makes more cuts to budget after citizens' tax concerns
HALLOWELL (WGME) - There's an ongoing fight over property taxes and the city budget in Hallowell, where more than 200 residents petitioned city leaders to make more cuts. Hallowell city leaders say property taxes are on the rise due to a recent surprise revaluation of homes, the ending of a state tax stabilization program and the new budget, which has already seen significant cuts.
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