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Maine State Ferry Service fares to increase Aug. 1
MAINE, USA — If you're planning to take the Maine State Ferries out of Rockland, Lincolnville, or Bass Harbor, get ready to pay a few dollars more. The Maine State Ferry Service announced ferry rates will increase on Aug. 1. This is the first increase MSFS has made since 2019.
Watch Maine Sensation Bella Ann Perform Live
Today, we had a chance to interview and hear the most angelic voice of Maine singer/songwriter, Bella Ann. Bella is from Winslow, and arrived in-studio with her mom and manager, Meg Loubier. Bella hails from a family of musicians, and it shows. It's so refreshing to meet young artists who...
Universal free school meals bring wins and challenges for K-12 operators
As soon as Maine adopted free school meals for all, Jeanne Lapointe Food Service Director for RSU 10 in Rumford, Maine, noticed a change. “The culture in our schools is so positive,” she said during a panel at the School Nutrition Association’s (SNA) Annual National Conference (ANC) in Boston this week. “Our administrators are so thrilled that money is no longer the issue that we are able to provide and nourish our students throughout the school day and our children can no longer feel that additional stress as well.”
Flag ordinance needs further discussion, Presque Isle council says
A proposed ordinance for flag displays and other ceremonial activities in Presque Isle will go to a working group for further discussion. Following the second public hearing on the proposal on July 10, the Presque Isle City Council voted to table adopting the ordinance until more people have a chance to review it.
Pittston withholds pay for road commissioner, upset with job performance
PITTSTON (WGME) - The town of Pittston has stopped paying their road commissioner after claiming he's not doing his job. Sam Snow has been Pittston's elected road commissioner for about 10 years. For the past couple of weeks, town officials say he has stopped responding to road issues reported across...
Fat Hen Brewing Company coming to Exeter, Harbor Burger Shack opens in Kittery
Hey there Seacoast! I'm back from a sunshine filled vacation and have a lot of Seacoast restaurant news to share. This week we learn that Fat Hen Brewing company is coming to Exeter offering "pies and pints", Harbor Burger Shack in Kittery brings back 1950s memories with burgers and milkshakes, Fisherman’s Catch restaurant in Wells sold, Brooklyn Café touts New Hampshire's first kosher café and is now open in Newington, and Potter's House Bakery looks to build a sensory room and is looking for your help.
Allegiant adds new Portsmouth-to-Florida destination as it competes with Breeze at Pease
PORTSMOUTH — Allegiant Air announced Tuesday it is adding a new route in November from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease to Sarasota, Florida. Allegiant's news comes less than a week after fellow low-cost carrier Breeze Airways announced it would start offering flights from Portsmouth to two popular Florida destinations in October.
Driver seriously hurt, another facing DWI charge in Hooksett, NH, crash
A man was seriously hurt in a car crash Monday night in Hooksett, New Hampshire, that left the other driver behind bars on a drunken driving charge, police said. Brady Gut, a 31-year-old from Chichester, faces a charge of aggravated driving while intoxicated for the crash, which occurred on Hooksett Road about 7:38 p.m. The other driver, a 70-year-old Hooksett man, is expected to survive, Hooksett police said Tuesday.
Hottest start to July on record continues in Maine with more heat and humidity
PORTLAND (WGME) -- It was another scorcher in Maine on Tuesday with many areas once again topping out in the 90s. It certainly is hot out and it’s not just the heat, but the humidity has been quite high as well. As of July 16, it has been the...
York lifeguard chief says police won't stop beach drinking, threatens to resign
YORK, Maine — The town's longtime chief lifeguard said he may leave his post at the end of the summer over what he described as town leadership turning a blind eye to blatant public drinking on the beach. Jeff Patten said he has warned town officials for more than...
North Berwick man faces 30 years in federal prison for PPP fraud
PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) - Frederick Avery of North Berwick faces 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to filing fraudulent applications for loans from the Paycheck Protection Program. The Paycheck Protection Program was a COVID-19 pandemic relief program administered by the Small Business Administration that provided forgivable loans to...
Trail walk at Shaker Bog Wednesday July 17
The heat kept a lot of our walkers inside last week, but a small group enjoyed a gentle breeze along the Sabbathday Lake Shore Trail. We all stayed hydrated and took our time while soaking up the pretty views along the lake. We are going to stay close to water...
Haines family plans Fort Fairfield gathering
The descendants of J. Wingate Haines and Mary Briggs will hold a momentous gathering this summer in Fort Fairfield. Cousins from across the country will convene on Saturday, July 27, for a day filled with connection, exploration and the celebration of a rich family heritage. The event honors the enduring...
Wells to vote on proposed pause for large-scale housing projects
WELLS, Maine — Voters will decide next month whether to put the brakes on large-scale housing developments in the community until the middle of October. The Wells Select Board recently set Tuesday, Aug. 6, for a special Town Meeting, during which a moratorium on proposed developments of 45 housing units or more will be the single issue on the ballot.
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