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Subdivision eyed for Greenville Junction
GREENVILLE — Nearly 60 acres of land in Greenville Junction off North Green Street, on the peninsula going into Moosehead Lake on the eastern shore of the West Cove, is being considered for the proposed Greenville Grove Subdivision. The first step toward project approval was taken during a July 17 Greenville Planning Board meeting.
Consolidated Communications requests changing 6 vets’ banner placements
Southport Selectman Gerry Gamage will contact Consolidated Communications regarding a request to move six veterans’ banner placements. Consolidated Communications didn’t specify the problem, according to town officials. During the July 17 selectmen’s meeting, Gamage volunteered to find out more about the request. He will contact Consolidated Communications’ employee Paul Perry who lives in Southport. “I will ask him what their issue is with the banners,” Gamage said.
A Return to Sanford for Local Jazz Legends
Sanford native Mike McGinnis returns for a jazz homecoming with fellow SHS alumni. Calling all jazz enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for a night of exceptional music as Sanford native Mike McGinnis returns to his hometown along with a stellar quartet for a performance at the Sanford Unitarian Universalist Church on Friday, July 26th, at 7 pm.
Council Compromises on Flag Policy
At its July 16 meeting, the City Council reviewed its policy on flying commemorative flags as requested by Councilor Jonathan Martell at their last meeting. He had expressed his view that no commemorative flags should be flown at City Hall, as they end up being “controversial and divisive.”. Martel...
‘Historically left out,’ a Wabanaki organization forges its own approach to addiction treatment
Entering the Healing Lodge, a log building steps from downtown Millinocket, visitors are greeted by the soft sounds of a flute, and the aroma of burnt sage and fresh sweetgrass. Anchoring the space is a massive stone fireplace. The two-story building is filled with wood paneling, high ceilings and exposed...
Portland approved nearly 1,300 new housing units last year
The city of Portland set a target of building more than 2,557 new homes by 2027. New data show that the city is on track to beat and exceed that goal by a significant amount, potentially 1,400 units. The city approved 1,281 new units of housing last year, the most...
South Portland's Electric Tool Library offers yard care equipment rentals
The Electric Tool Library in South Portland is lending a helping hand to its residents who want to clean up their properties without buying a shed full of tools. They've got everything from everything from lawnmowers to leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, weed whackers, and more. “You can just show up...
Midcoast Community Chorus offers free series in learning to read music
CAMDEN — Midcoast Community Chorus (MCC) is offering three free evening classes in reading and singing music this summer. All classes are scheduled for Wednesdays at 7 p.m., in its meeting space at 58 Bayview Street #5 in Camden. The first class, focusing on rhythm and tempo, will be...
‘Marigolds for a Cause’ sale happening Saturday in Holden
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A Holden woman is making a difference, one marigold at a time. When Stephanie Chesley sets her mind on something, there’s no stopping her. Her latest endeavor started when the Health Equity Alliance approached Literacy Volunteers of Bangor about helping out at their new HEART Center, a safe haven for homeless people.
High school football officiating classes being held at Bangor's Cohen School
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Association of Football Officials is running classes at Cohen School in Bangor on Thursdays at 6 p.m. starting on Aug. 15. The Cohen School allows instructors to use Cameron Stadium for teaching lessons on terminology, preparation, and mechanics so that new officials can be comfortable on the field.
Deadline Friday afternoon for Camden property owners to schedule hearings over valuation disputes
CAMDEN — Two weeks ago, Camden property owners received letters from the town office, notifying them of their revised property valuations. A full revaluation took place this past year, pushing Camden’s total valuation to $2.4 billion, up $743 million from the 2023 $1.6 billion in 2023. Now, property...
American Legion Senior Baseball North Zone Tournament [SCHEDULE]
The American Legion Senior Baseball regular season has come to an end, and the North Zone Tournament will begin on Friday night, July 19th. Here are the Regular Season Final Standings. Trenton. Bangor. Hampden. Old Town-Orono. Belfast. The North Zone Tournament will be played at Hampden Academy. The Tournament Schedule...
UMFK to host ‘Partons, La Mer Est Belle – A Musical Journey from France to Acadia’
FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host an afternoon of an Acadian-inspired classical musical concert featuring baritone Jared Andrew Michaud, soprano Melanie Saucier and pianist Christina Maria Koti. The concert will be held on the University of Maine at Fort Kent campus in Fox Auditorium at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 4.
58-Year-Old Woman Died after Single-Vehicle Crash in Maine
A 58-year-old woman died Monday after a crash on Starks Street in Anson. Valerie Hoyt of Industry was pronounced dead at the scene of the single-vehicle accident, said police. Hoyt veered off the roadway and crashed on the side of the road, according to the Morning Sentinel. Ongoing Crash Investigation.
Mainers reflect at mobile Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Biddeford
BIDDEFORD (WGME) -- A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is in Maine as part of a nationwide tour. The Wall that Heals is now on display at the Biddeford Middle School, and it will stay there for the next few days. “There he is, Vaughn Morgan,” said Saco resident...
Nature Photography Presentation July 24
Rutherford Library in South Bristol is excited to host an encore presentation of Lee Emmons and his nature photography at the library at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24. Emmons is a photographer and nature writer as well as a math teacher at Medomak Valley High School. A resident of Newcastle, he regularly shares his nature photography with libraries and assisted living facilities in Lincoln County.
UMPI reshapes Advancement Office for future growth
PRESQUE ISLE — To best support the institution’s strategic and fundraising goals and build deeper connections with its growing network of alumni, the University of Maine at Presque Isle is welcoming two new hires to the newly-restructured Office of University Advancement. Craig Cormier joins the University as the new executive director of University Advancement and Candace Elliott steps into a new role as assistant director of Alumni Affairs and Annual Fund.
Boothbay selectmen make town appointments
Boothbay Selectmen made 10 municipal appointments July 10 retroactive from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027. Selectmen Chuck Cunningham, Russ Pinkham and Julie Roberts voted unanimously on the following appointments: Martin Page, James A. Tonon and David Steinmetz, board of appeals; Lucian C. Laurie Jr. and Mike Thompson, planning board; Cunningham and Jody Lewis, Boothbay Region Refuse Disposal District trustees; Larry Knapp, port committee; and Craig E. Barter, shellfish committee.
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