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Get Ready For a Hefty Spike in Your Maine CMP Bill This Month
Starting this month, we’re going to see another increase on another bill that we don’t want but it’s going to happen anyway. Here's the scoop. Beloved customers of Central Maine Power (CMP) will see an average increase of $15.56 per month on our bills, according to Central Maine, which is a 12.6% rise.
Walgreens is closing five stores in Maine
Maine — Walgreens is preparing to close up to 25% of its 8,600 stores in the U.S. by 2027 and at least five are in Maine. According to recent reporting from CNN and The Associated Press, Walgreens C.E.O. Tim Wentworth said he's closing stores that aren't profitable, adding that more consumers are going online to fill their scripts and buy pharmacy standards like greeting cards and candy.
Maine aviation "legend" remembered by friends and family
FALMOUTH, Maine — Family and friends gathered today in Falmouth to celebrate the life of Allyn "AJ" Caruso, who devoted his life to aviation in Maine. Caruso passed away unexpectedly at the age of 74 back in March. At just 19-years-old, Caruso began flying for Bar Harbor Airlines. He...
Martha Stewart is surprised by the 'harsh' criticism of her living room redo
Martha Stewart now knows that trying to appease internet trolls is for the birds. The 82-year-old TV host addressed the recent backlash she received for one of her newly decorated Maine living rooms — which features yellow furniture and several large bird portraits — in an Instagram post on July 4.
“It means the world”: Event held in Unity for boy battling cancer
UNITY, Maine (WABI) - A local community gathered together to help raise money for one boy’s battle. A fundraiser event, known as “Benny’s Benefit”, was held at Stone Tree Farm and Cidery in Unity. Benny Erikson was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, an uncommon type of cancer. Brian...
Maine man accused of leading police on chase
WATERVILLE (WGME) -- A Maine man is accused of leading police on a chase through Waterville and Oakland over the weekend. Police say they tried pull over a vehicle driven by 38-year-old Christopher Ratte of Vassalboro on College Avenue in Waterville on Saturday. However, the driver took off and reportedly...
Eddington Man Allegedly Broke His Neighbor’s Windows With Rocks
A woman who reported someone was shooting at her house is okay after officials found a man allegedly throwing rocks through her windows. Luther Green, 58, of Eddington is charged with criminal mischief for the incident in his neighborhood. When the Victim Called 911, She Believed Someone Was Shooting At...
See Comedian Tracy Morgan in Bangor
WHO – Tracy Morgan. WHERE – Cross Insurance Center (515 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401) See comedian and actor, Tracy Morgan live in Bangor! Friday, November 1st at the Cross Insurance Center. Show starts at 8pm. Recommended 18+. Tickets available NOW on Ticketmaster.
University Credit Union presents checks to University of Maine at Augusta campus food pantries
University Credit Union presented checks to the University of Maine at Augusta totaling $2,000 for its student-run and campus-sanctioned food pantries on its Augusta and Bangor campuses, respectively. The Augusta […]
It’s ‘Free Movie Night’ At Maine Savings Amphitheater This Friday
A FREE movie outdoors? Not a bad way to kick off a weekend!. It’s a rare non-concert night on the Bangor Waterfront, so grab the gang this Friday night, July 12th, because Bangor Parks and Recreation are teaming up with the Maine Savings Amphitheater, to host a FREE screening of the smash hit "Wonka"
Warm and humid start to the week
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - There is no relief from the humidity coming this week!. We are in for another warm and humid day. Inland areas will have highs in the 80s but a sea breeze will keep highs along the coast in the 70s. Dew points are expected to rise above 65°, so it will be very muggy. Tonight’s conditions will be similar to last night’s; sticky with areas of fog.
Off-Duty Maine Cop Excitedly Captures Video of Massive Humpback Whale
Maine is known for its oceanic wonders and nautical beauty. If you’re lucky enough to live here and see the underwater creatures, it’s breathtaking. The Kittery Police Department posted a video on their Facebook page that's incredibly cool. Watching the magic of a whale will never get old.
Presque Isle Men Arrested & Pedestrian Injured in Fort Fairfield
An 18-year-old man and 19-year-old man, both from Presque Isle, were arrested Saturday night after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured following a reckless driving incident and altercation in Fort Fairfield. 18-Year-Old Presque Isle Man Arrested. The Fort Fairfield Police Department said 18-year-old Noah Sirois from...
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