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You Could Own an Entire Island in Maine for the Price of a Condo in Biddeford
If you have a boat, can travel to an island, and are willing to let go of some amenities, you could own your very own island in Maine!. It's called Chance Island and is located in Machiasport. The island is on a stunning 44 acres and includes two beautiful cottages! It's listed by DOWNEAST PROPERTIES, INC.
Clam lovers unite: Yarmouth Clam Festival promises 'shell' of a good time!
YARMOUTH (WGME) -- Well, shucks! Friday kicks off the 57th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival. The big event brings in more than 100,000 people every year. Festival organizers say there will be a parade, music, arts and crafts, competitions, and of course, food!. The parade kicks off on Friday night where...
USM sees increased enrollment, balanced budget
For the first time in five years, the University of Southern Maine expects to finish this fiscal year with a positive budget balance — without using reserve or outside funding. The announcement comes when the University of Maine system has faced financial headwinds in recent years. University President Jacqueline...
Maine's Haley Ryan wins bronze medal with Team Canada ball hockey team
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Maine hockey player Haley Ryan was on a different kind of rink earlier this month. She helped Team Canada win a bronze medal in ball hockey at the ISBHF World Women’s Championship in Visp, Switzerland. “We had a couple good games right off the bat....
All-Star cheerleaders ready for Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic
AUBURN, Maine (WABI) - All-Star cheerleaders will be on the field at the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic. They’ve come together at Central Maine Community College in Auburn for a crash course on the upcoming routine. “It’s incredible getting to experience this and meeting new people. These girls are...
Feel Better, Feed Better tour launches with mobile lactation lounge
A program in Kittery that helps mothers who breastfeed feel less isolated and more confident is taking their mission on the road. On Thursday, Pumpspotting's Feel Better, Feed Better tour kicked off with a gathering at Allagash Brewing Company in Portland. The program introduced its new one-of-a-kind mobile lactation lounge...
at Ogunquit Playhouse Beginning July 18
Maine's Ogunquit Playhouse stages a starry revival of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's A Little Night Music beginning July 18, with Hunter Foster directing. Performances will continue through August 17. Screen star Kathleen Turner stars as Madame Armfeldt, with the cast also including Julia Murney (Wicked) as Desiree Armfeldt, Lora...
Women in Faith donate to museum and shelter
A fellowship brunch was held on June 22 at Grant Memorial United Methodist Church, hosted by United Women In Faith. There were 44 women from eight different churches in attendance. Guest speaker Elise Perrault shared how the Children’s Museum of Aroostook County came into existence and what future plans are....
Public drinking at York Beach leads lifeguard captain to reconsider his job
YORK, Maine — Maine law prohibits drinking in public spaces, but Jeffrey Patten, the beach operations coordinator for the town of York, said people violate the state law regularly by drinking openly at beaches, and he is willing to resign if town leaders don't enforce the rules and resolve ongoing issues.
5TYNTK July 18: Biden Positive For Covid, Maine Teen Not Guilty, Biddeford Pizza Clash, YMCA Camp, Clam Fest
President Joe Biden tested positive for the coronavirus. Officials at the White House stated Biden is experiencing mild symptoms. They also added that the president is vaccinated and boosted. (WGME) Tristan Hamilton, a Maine teenager was found not guilty of trying to enlist others in a plan to commit a...
Organization speaks against proposed Hancock County courthouse location
ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - A group of people in Hancock County are standing against the proposed location of a new court house in Ellsworth. LD 2090, An Act to Modernize and Consolidate Certain Court Facilities, became law on May 1st. The Hancock County Courthouse falls under this legislature along with...
U.S. Navy sailor returns home to Maine for Fourth of July celebration onboard USS Forrest Sherman
Petty Officer Second Class Tobias Francis, age 29, joined the Navy on December 3, 2020 as a Sonar Technician (STG). Sonar Technicians are responsible for the operation of underwater systems and undersea surveillance of naval vessels. He is currently stationed on the USS Lassen (DDG 82), homeported in Naval Station Mayport, and has been a member of the crew for three years. Within his division, he holds the position of Work Center Supervisor, taking on the responsibility of the completion of preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment within the ships Weapons Department. STG2 Francis also assists with the SafeTALK Program onboard, an avenue for Sailors to seek the resources needed to cope with suicidal thoughts and actions.
Need for speed returns to Loring Runway
LIMESTONE, Maine (WAGM) - The need for speed on the Loring Runway today. The annual Loring Timing Association Land Speed races got underway and once again cars and motorcycles from throughout the United State and Canada are looking to set new records. Kristina Newton:” We have vehicles going on their...
Habitat for Humanity building a house for a veteran
OAKLAND, Maine (WABI) - The Waterville Area Habitat for Humanity and other local companies are building a house for a veteran. After a recent announcement that the Waterville Habitat for Humanity ReStore would be closing at the end of July, they decided to pivot their main focuses on building and repairing houses for people in need.
EVENTS: Oakfest scheduled for July 26-28, 2024
Come experience a weekend of family fun Friday through Sunday, July 26 – July 28, and see why Oakfest is rated among the “10 Best Outdoor Festivals in Maine” this summer!. This year’s Oakfest theme is “Christmas in July” with three days of family entertainment beginning Friday...
Everything You Need to Know About Maine’s New ‘Blue Envelope Program’
The Augusta Police Department announced something new that pulled me in. The Blue Envelope Program is a new program geared towards having a better level of interaction between officers and folks with disabilities or special needs, including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and even anxiety and depression. The program was created by the Down Syndrome Advocacy Project of Maine.
Flights, online services in Maine resuming after global IT outage
Airlines are slowly resuming operations Friday, after a global IT outage forced many flights at the Portland International Jetport to be delayed or canceled. The crowds were beginning to dissipate by about 9:30 a.m., but there were still some signs of disruption. Many screens throughout the jetport that usually display digital ads or other information showed a blue error message instead.
Why the Maine Turnpike Changed the Exit Numbers 20 Years Ago
For an entire generation of drivers, the Maine Turnpike numbering system seems like it's always been that way. Rather than worry about pure exit numbers like you'll find in other New England states, Maine uses mile markers on its most prolific highway. But it hasn't always been that way. The...
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