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Maine car dealerships work to overcome national cyberattack
SOUTH PORTLAND (WGME) -- A major computer system in the U.S. has been brought down by a cyberattack. Thousands of car dealerships, including some in Maine, can't use their CDX software system to sell and fix cars, and the problem is affecting some independent repair shops trying to get specific parts, too.
Maine State Aquarium Set to Open Today With All-New Touch Tank
It's been four years since the Maine State Aquarium closed, and it is back open today!. According to the Boothbay Register, the Maine State Aquarium initially closed in 2020 because of COVID-19. That's when they did an inspection and found that the building (over 30 years old) had severe damage. The Maine Department of Marine Resources, which owns and runs the aquarium, found big problems in the walls, floor, and electrical system thanks to saltwater corrosion. They did not anticipate being closed for so long! But then the aquarium was plagued by the same problems many businesses faced: supply chain and labor shortages. They made the initial exciting announcement back in May.
Locals join statewide effort in push for voter ID requirements
During the June referendum, two locals did more than vote. Helen King Atallah of East Boothbay and Steve Carbone of Boothbay Harbor worked a petition drive with a goal of bringing a stricter voter identification law to Maine. The proposed law would require voters to present a photo identification when...
Good Tern Co-op Hosts Gallery Reception for Solow Show
The Good Tern Co-op will hold a gallery reception showcasing the works of local artist Jody Solow Sunday, July 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Hole in the Wall Bagels, 754 Main St., Rockland. The reception is free and open to the public; light refreshments will be served. The show will remain open for viewing from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily at Hole in the Wall through September.
Advocates for homeless Mainers urge empathy on 'Longest Day of Homelessness'
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Advocates for the homeless population in Maine say they're not just people on the street asking for money, they're all throughout our community. “Homeless Voices for Justice" held its 17th "Longest Day of Homelessness Summer Solstice Vigil" Tuesday at Tommy's Park in Portland. The group points out...
'Seeking Havens' Art Exhibition at Archipelago
"Seeking Havens: Shared Perspectives on Coastal Maine," a show of works by Holly Berry and Wendy Newcomb, will open on Friday, July 5, and run through Aug. 31 at Archipelago, the Island Institute’s store and gallery in Rockland. Newcomb and Berry have been friends and collaborators throughout their careers. Work in the exhibition celebrates a love for Maine’s coastal and forested landscapes.
Police Investigating Death in Union, Maine
According to an article on the KJ website, police are investigating a death in Union, Maine. The article explains that police were called to a residence at 8 Heald Highway/Route 17 on Saturday morning. At 10 a.m., there were reportedly seven law enforcement vehicles at the scene. Maine Department of...
Maine State Aquarium Set to Open Today With All-New Touch Tank
It's been four years since the Maine State Aquarium closed, and it is back open today!. According to the Boothbay Register, the Maine State Aquarium initially closed in 2020 because of COVID-19. That's when they did an inspection and found that the building (over 30 years old) had severe damage. The Maine Department of Marine Resources, which owns and runs the aquarium, found big problems in the walls, floor, and electrical system thanks to saltwater corrosion. They did not anticipate being closed for so long! But then the aquarium was plagued by the same problems many businesses faced: supply chain and labor shortages. They made the initial exciting announcement back in May.
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