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Boothbay In Bloom Summer Fair: Good fun in the sunshine
The Boothbay In Bloom Summer Fair, held on Boothbay Common July 13 by Boothbay Region Garden Club, featured Club shops and region organizations offering information and fun for all ages. The BRGC activity with Bonnie Ginger was for the birds, no pun intended, stuffing pine cones with sunflower and almond...
$10K donated to Finding Our Voices in Westbrook Strong 5k
Finding Our Voices was awarded $10,000 at the Westbrook Strong 5k by Laurie and Gary Rairdon who started the race event 11 years ago to commemorate their son who was killed in domestic violence. Five hundred runners and walkers including many children as well as dogs gathered at Riverbank Park...
‘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...
Main Street to Close for Car Show
Downtown Sanford will be hopping next Friday night, July 26, with the sounds of Doo-wop, the aroma of barbecue and the flash of chrome. More than 100 vintage cars are expected to line Main Street for Cruising with Friends, a car show organized by Friends of Downtown. Main Street between Washington Street and Winter Street will be closed to car traffic from 4 to 8 pm. A food court will be set up at Main Street Marketplace.
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.
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...
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...
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...
Kevin Call Jr. Memorial Truck and Pull returns in Hermon
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The Kevin Call Junior Truck Pull returned today at the Penobscot Snow Mobile Club. Last year marked the first time the annual truck pull was held in honor of Call. Call died in a motorcycle accident in August of 2022. He was on the board of...
MDI-Ellsworth Girl’s Summer Basketball [PHOTOS]
The MDI Girls Summer Basketball Team hosted the Ellsworth's Summer Basketball Team on Saturday morning, July 20th in the opening game of Day 2 of the MDI Girl's Summer Basketball Invitational. Check out the photos. Ellsworth-MDI Girls Summer Basketball. The MDI Girls Summer Basketball Team hosted Ellsworth's Summer Basketball Team...
Bucksport waterfront walkway repaired after winter storm damage.
BUCKSPORT -- Crews in Bucksport have been hard at work shoring up the city's waterfront walkway after it was damaged in winter storms. The mile-long trail by the Eastern Channel was in disrepair. Construction and public works personnel worked together on a temporary restoration project to open the walkway back up for all to enjoy.
Vacationland Awaits GSPSS’ Return To Speedway 95
By @speedwaydigest via Speedway Digest - Home for NASCAR News - Vacationland Awaits GSPSS’ Return To Speedway 95, 20h ago. The 2024 Granite State Pro Stock Series season reaches its halfway point this weekend, and a road trip to the Pine Tree State will set the stage for the run to the championship trophy. Speedway 95, only a few minutes off its namesake interstate in Hermon, Maine, welcomes the GSPSS back for its third series event and the first of two stops planned this year. Last year’s series debut at the bullring outside Bangor marked the return of Pro Stock/Super Late Model racing to the track for the first time since 2019. Former series winner Garrett Hall was victorious in…
Time Running Out: Bid It to Win It Online Maine Auction Ends Today, July 19
Make sure you go and bid on the items in our online auction before time runs out. You could save so much money in scoring these premium items. Need a reminder on what is up for bid? Let's break it down for you. The Bid It to Win It auction...
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.
Riverfest kicks off in Lewiston and Auburn
LEWISTON (WGME) - Making a splash in Lewiston and Auburn- Riverfest is underway in the Simard Payne Memorial Park. Friday kicked off with a kickball tournament and will continue throughout the night with food trucks, vendors, a beer tent and more for people to enjoy. The event is designed to...
Yarmouth Clam Festival returns for 57th year
YARMOUTH, Maine (WMTW) - The opening ceremony for the 57th annual Clam Festival took place Friday morning. Tens of thousands of people are expected to pack Yarmouth through the weekend for one of Maine’s biggest yearly events. The main attraction is, of course, the food. Festival-goers can enjoy clams...
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