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Progress is being made, but there's still lots to be done along the Bristol waterfront
BRISTOL, Maine — Summer is coming, meaning crowds of visitors will soon be taking in the spectacular view at Pemaquid Point, or relaxing on the pristine, white sands of Pemaquid Beach. It also means more lobstermen setting out traps, and pogey fishermen hoping to land scores of barrels of...
Do You Remember the Memorial Bridge Motor Court in Augusta, Maine?
Crossing the mighty Kennebec River, Augusta's Memorial Bridge was built in the late 1940s. It allowed for much easier access to several important buildings on the city's east side, including the hospital and AMHI. The bridge, which is approximately 2,100 feet long as two lanes for traffic and a sidewalk separated by a concrete barrier. From it's opening until October of 1967, a toll was collected from each motorized vehicle crossing the bridge. Once the bridge was paid for, the toll was ended.
Is Swimming in Maine’s Kennebec River Illegal?
For hundreds of years, one of the greatest resources that Central Maine has is the mighty Kennebec River. It has provided fish for the area's residents, provided ice (prior to the invention of modern refrigeration) and power for the mills of the 19th and 20th centuries, and was the main means of transport for many generations.
Can Offensive Profanity Be Displayed Publicly in Maine?
While driving in Augusta yesterday, many of us noticed a man holding up a sign with profane language. He was doing it for political reasons, but still, it was inappropriate and not something you are used to seeing daily. It made me wonder if this is something a person could...
Woolwich railroad work closing part of Kings Highway, detours set
WOOLWICH — A portion of Kings Highway (Gloucester County Route 620) here will be closed this week for improvements to a railroad crossing, according to the state Department of Transportation. The street will be closed in both directions between Ogden and Woodstown roads, although local access will be granted....
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