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Soothing the stress associated with going back to school
Maine (WABI) - School starts as soon as next week for many Maine students. And while this can be an exciting time of year, school can also cause anxiety for some. “We want kids to be excited to come back to school,” says Old Town Elementary School Principal. “We’re excited to see them again after the summer.”
Law Enforcement Warning Parents in Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts About Back-to-School Photos
With the kids going back to school this week, there is a good chance that your social media feed is filled with pictures of kids and teens on their first day of school. One of the great things about these photos is that because most parents take these pics every year, they can reveal just how much our kids have changed over the years.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
John T. Gorman Foundation receives national recognition for Lewiston investment
The John T. Gorman Foundation, a Portland nonprofit, received national recognition for its role in supporting a community partnership that is bringing new housing, economic opportunity and millions of dollars in public and private investment to Lewiston’s Tree Streets neighborhood. The Department of Housing and Urban Development and Council...
Juvenile male hospitalized in early morning Lewiston shooting
LEWISTON (WGME) -- The Lewiston Police Department says a juvenile male was hospitalized after a shooting early Monday morning. Police say the shooting happened around 1 a.m. near the intersection of Pine Street and Jefferson Street. Officers found several shell casings in the road. Several witnesses told police they heard...
Maine Man Dies After Being Struck by Boat Propeller
A Maine boater died after he was apparently struck by his boat’s propeller after falling overboard. According to a press release from the Maine Marine Patrol, Samuel Sharpe, 23, of Harpswell fell from his 19-foot center console while underway off South Harpswell on Friday evening (Aug. 16) at around 8:00 p.m. Officials believe Sharpe was hit by the boat’s propeller, based on his injuries.
Veggies to Table holds auction fundraiser at Bigelow Laboratory
Summer is the season of events, galas, and get-togethers here in Maine. One of these events was Newcastle nonprofit Veggies to Table’s “Dîner en Blanc” Auction Fundraiser on Sunday, Aug. 11. Erica Berman, founder and executive director, announced that the event raised $187,695. “The funds raised...
Portland minimum wage changes won't appear on November ballot
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Changes to Portland’s minimum wage will not be on the ballot in November. The decision comes after the city council heard over an hour of testimony on Monday over both tipped-wage changes, and an increase to the citywide minimum wage. “I’ll sit down with the media...
Orono Red Riots ready to defend state football title
ORONO, Maine (WABI) - The Orono Red Riots earned their 8-Man Small School State Championship revenge over the Old Orchard Beach Seagulls last season. Old Orchard Beach defeated Orono, 46-22, two years ago. The Red Riots struck back last fall with a 46-18 drubbing in the title game. There’s a...
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