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Too much copper found in West Paris water, boil order still in effect
WEST PARIS (WGME) -- There's yet another problem with the water in West Paris. In addition to E. coli, there's also too much copper in it. A boil water order has been in effect throughout the town since April because of a damaged reservoir cover. Then in July the water...
Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival takes flight on Friday
LEWISTON (WGME) -- For months, the fate of the annual festival was up in the air, but hot air balloons will once again line the skies of Lewiston and Auburn. Organizers of the original festival, known for years as the Great Falls Balloon Festival, canceled their event due to logistical issues and safety concerns.
Woman Seriously Injured after Car in Driveway Hit Her in Maine
A 42-year-old woman was seriously injured Tuesday evening after being hit by a car backing out of a driveway in West Paris, Maine. The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office said was walking past a driveway on Main Street around 4:40 pm when she was hit by a 25-year-old man from West Paris who was backing out of the driveway.
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...
Caribou area From our Files – Week of August 14, 2024
New store coming along nicely — The framework is up for H. A. Edwards & Co.’s new store on Main street. The roof is also shingled and the building is rapidly being pushed forward to completion. Received word of gold being found — Word has been received from...
Aug. 17 marks realtor commission change, here’s what’s different
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The way realtors are paid is about to change, nationally. Up until now, home sellers typically had to pay a five or six percent commission. Going forward, buyers’ agents must discuss their compensation upfront. Starting Aug. 17, realtor’s commissions will no longer be split between...
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...
GSA to announce major investments in clean construction projects in Maine
PORTLAND (WGME) -- The General Services Administration (GSA) will announce on Wednesday major investments in clean construction projects in Maine. The projects are aimed to combat climate change and create new jobs. This is part of President Joe Biden's “Investing in America” agenda. The Biden-Harris Administration will be...
Presidential candidate attempting for ballot challenged for alleged faulty Maine petitions
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - A challenge hearing began for Cornel West, an independent running for president, in Augusta Wednesday afternoon. In an effort to get on the ballot in Maine, West was required to collect signatures on petitions throughout the state. Witnesses were called to the stand claiming they signed...
Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival shares new route for this year
LEWISTON, Maine - Organizers of the Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival are letting the public know the event’s annual parade will have a new route this year. The parade will kick off at 10 Saturday morning from the intersection of Main and Elm streets in Auburn and will head through New Auburn on its way to Lewiston.
Thomas College acquires naming rights for Ice Vault arena in Hallowell
The Maine Ice Vault, an indoor ice arena in Hallowell, has been renamed the Thomas College Ice Vault, under a new 10-year sponsorship that includes adding the Waterville school's branding throughout the arena. The 500-seat venue has been home ice for Thomas College's men's hockey team since 2016 and will...
Augusta Civic Center prepares for upcoming back to school giveaway
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - As we get closer to a new school year, kids in the Augusta area in need of school supplies are in luck. The Greater Augusta Area Back to School Program is hosting a Back to School event this Sunday. Filling the Augusta Civic Center with over 1500 backpacks stuffed with various school supplies, the group encourages any child to pick up their free supplies ahead of the upcoming school year.
Officials to dedicate Port of Entry and Madawaska-Edmundston International Bridge
A ribbon cutting is planned on Thursday for the new Madawaska Land Port of Entry and Madawaska-Edmundston International Bridge. Officials from the U.S. General Services Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection and Maine Department of Transportation, as well as from Maine's congressional delegation, will take part in the ceremony. It is closed to the public.
The stars align for FOA's annual fundraiser
HULLS COVE — A favorite among the summer gentry, Saturday was the 35th annual Friends of Acadia Benefit. “The Stars Align For a Magical Night” was the theme and title of the event, a concept illustrated by the decorations selected. Beneath the multi-peaked party tent, from Wallace...
Madison Auxiliary to tend booth during Madison/Anson Days
Collect school supplies for MSAD #59 and RSU #74; to hold fundraising raffle. American Legion Auxiliary, Unit #39, Madison, will have a booth on Saturday, August 24, near the Skowhegan Savings Bank, in Madison, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., during Madison/Anson Days celebration. They will be selling RADA cutlery, American Pride bracelets, collecting school supplies for students in MSAD #59 and RSU #74, handing out information pamphlets regarding the American Legion Auxiliary.
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