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Special guest speaker at MSBA Bee Fest Sept. 8
The Maine State Beekeepers Association (MSBA) has announced that Dr. Thomas D. Seeley will be its keynote speaker at the upcoming MSBA Bee Fest taking place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Viles Arboretum, 153 Hospital St., Augusta. This special event includes over 30 beekeeping demonstrations presented by Master Beekeepers and experts in managing honey bee colonies in Maine. There will be nine unique demonstration areas including an open hive demonstration area in the Kennebec Beekeepers Association’s apiary on the Viles Arboretum property. Bee Fest is a free event to all and we look forward to welcoming over 200 experienced beekeepers as well as want-to-be beekeepers looking for more information on the art and science of keeping honey bees in Maine.
Here’s All the Maine and New Hampshire People Who Have Played on ‘Survivor’
It's wild to think "Survivor" has been on TV screens for nearly 25 years and almost 50 seasons. The reality game show that started in May 2000 (how old were you?!) was a ratings hit from the jump and is still drawing in millions of viewers in its newest seasons.
Hurricane Ernesto kicks up big waves in Southern Maine, delighting surfers
Dozens of surfers converged on Higgins Beach in Scarborough today, chasing waves kicked up by Hurricane Ernesto, which is currently churning out to sea east of Nova Scotia. Taylor Hamilton, who drove down from Rockport, said the waves were some of the biggest she's ever seen here. "It's great today,...
Set for Success at BRES Aug. 28
Community Resource Council’s (CRC) Set for Success event is returning to Boothbay Region Elementary School (BRES) on Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. This is the second year the event is there instead of at Boothbay Region YMCA. Set for Success will proceed similarly to last year’s...
Murphy knows importance of being a good listener
Ah, summer in Boothbay Harbor. Beautiful sunny skies, gentle breeze coming off the water, sitting on a blanket on the grass while someone softly reads to you, it's a dog's life. At least it is for Murphy, the 11 year-old therapy dog. Young readers joined Murphy on the Boothbay Harbor...
Maine Community Group Reports Surge in Coyote & Bobcat Daytime Sightings
I know what you’re thinking: “We’re in Maine, of course we’re going to see and hear bobcats and coyotes!”. You’re right. But recently, one Maine town has seen more during the day than usual. The Greene Village Facebook Group has actively spotted coyotes and bobcats, and are sharing the animals' locations with residents.
Rev. Sandy Daly at Wilson Chapel on Ocean Point Aug. 25
The Rev. Sandy Daly will lead the service at Wilson Memorial Chapel on Ocean Point this Sunday, Aug. 25, the last service of the 2024 season. Jim Swist will service as organist. The service begins at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome!. Rev. Daly earned her undergraduate degree in transpersonal psychology...
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...
‘Months of neglect’: Animal rescue wants dog back after 6 dogs die under rescue owner’s care
BUCKSPORT, Maine (WABI/Gray News) - The owner and operator of an animal rescue in Maine faces several charges for mistreating dogs at her rescue facility. Rags to Riches Animal Rescue dog coordinator Sierra Hancock told WABI that Coastal Dreams Rescue and Sanctuary owner Ellisha Krutuleski had a good reputation in the animal rescue community in Florida and Maine until recently.
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...
Waterville, Maine, Man Charged With Murder
According to a press release from the Maine Department of Public Safety, a Waterville man has been arrested and charged with murder. The press release explains that law enforcement was called to a residence at 119 Cool Street in Waterville for the report of a suspicious death. The body of...
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.
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