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Mitchell Field building rehab in limbo after cost increase
A proposal to rehabilitate a dilapidated building at George J. Mitchell Field in Harpswell for use by local nonprofits is in limbo after consultants updated the project’s estimated cost to as much as $3.6 million. Harpswell leaders have said they would allow a group of local nonprofits to undertake...
Committee seeks to reduce size of proposed emergency services facility
Citing concerns about cost, Harpswell’s Fire and Rescue Planning Committee has recommended reducing the size of a proposed emergency services facility on Mountain Road. At a committee meeting on Monday, July 22, Andrew Hyland, principal of Portland-based Port City Architecture, presented a proposed, 13,500-square-foot layout for the facility. It included four tandem bays for emergency vehicles, six bunk rooms for crew, seven bathrooms, a dayroom and kitchen, three offices, a conference room, training area, fitness room and other features.
Harpswell Open Studio Tour ushers in resurgence of art community
Paulus Wanrooij peered out his workshop’s window, coated with a thin layer of sawdust, to see five cars jammed into the few parking spots in front of his house. “I’ve never seen so many people in one day,” Wanrooij mused. Wanrooij’s business, Paulus Fine Furniture, is located...
Robbery suspect nabbed after Biddeford hit and run
SOUTH PORTLAND — Following up on a July 29 robbery incident, the South Portland Police Department announced today the arrest of 18-year-old Davyn Flynn. Flynn was apprehended in Biddeford just before noon after Biddeford Police responded to a hit and run involving a stolen vehicle from Scarborough earlier in the day.
Augusta PD Search For Gardiner Man Who Fled After Custody Dispute
Chief Kevin Lully of the Augusta Police Department says the incident started at 6 PM on Wednesday. He said officers were called to a home on Swan Street for a potential dispute regarding child custody. Chief Lully says when the police arrived on the scene, an argument broke out, and...
Sea Dogs win 6th straight!
Portland, Maine- The Portland Sea Dogs (17-10, 53-43) down the Erie SeaWolves (18-11, 56-40) 9-3 on Wednesday night to extend a six-game win streak. The streak marks the longest for Portland this season. Roman Anthony went 3-for-4 with a pair of homers and a stolen base. His first homer of...
8 Investigates: Data suggests Portland short-term rental regulations aren't being fully enforced
PORTLAND, Maine — It's been nearly seven years since Portland's short-term rental regulations went into effect. Portland City Council is now considering a proposal to tighten the existing regulations, but a group of anonymous locals claims the existing rules aren't being effectively enforced. Property owners who want to rent...
Tracking the remainder of storms this evening
PORTLAND, Maine — A Flood Watch is currently in effect for areas of New Hampshire until midnight due to rounds of downpours and storms. Residents should be cautious, as heavy rain could lead to localized flooding. Anyone within or near the flood watch zone is also at risk for thunderstorms capable of producing hefty rain amounts. A few of these storms may become strong to severe, with strong winds being the primary severe threat, avoid driving through flooded areas.
Portland officials encourage residents to sign up as organ donors
PORTLAND (WGME) – This week is organ donation week in Portland. According to New England Donor Services, Maine has one of the highest rates of organ donations on the East Coast. Wednesday morning, the group joined Portland Mayor Mark Dion and Secretary of the State Shenna Bellows to encourage...
BBH Opera House: Eileen Ivers & Band
She’s appeared with the London Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Pops, and guest starred with over 50 orchestras. On Friday, Aug. 16 Grammy awarded and Emmy nominated Celtic fiddle star Eileen Ivers returns to Maine this summer with her band to play at the Boothbay Harbor Opera House. Doors open at 7 p.m., Eileen Ivers and her band go on stage at 7:30.
Portland Sea Dogs stand 'Lewiston Strong' with special night at Hadlock Field
PORTLAND (WGME) – The Portland Sea Dogs honored the victims and survivors of the Lewiston mass shooting during Maine Strong night at Hadlock Field. Wednesday’s game was all about Lewiston and Auburn, honoring and celebrating the community. And the night was complete with a very memorable first pitch.
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