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Watch Patrick Dempsey Surprise the Staff at Maine Medical Center
Patrick Dempsey may have become the star of Grey's Anatomy, not to mention movies like Made of Honour, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Bridget Jones Baby, Disenchanted, and Can't Buy Me Love. I remember seeing that movie at the Auburn Mall's tiny twin movie theater, not even realizing the 21-year-old guy in it was born one town over in Lewiston.
Clinton celebrates July 4th in a big way
CLINTON, Maine (WABI) - The Central Maine Fourth of July celebration in Clinton continued on Thursday. Festivities began Tuesday and have brought in folks from surrounding towns for the fun. ”You get to enjoy the entertainment that they have, you get to enjoy the enjoy the concerts, you get to...
For a Maine crime novelist, writing a chase story is 'a blast'
PORTLAND, Maine — Paul Doiron doesn’t want to reveal much when talking about the plot of “Pitch Dark,” the latest in his series of crime novels featuring Maine game warden investigator Mike Bowditch. “It is a chase book, and Mike is the hunter. He is pursuing...
Scout’s ‘golden’ effort to save birds
CASCO — Like a songbird announcing spring, 14-year-old Girl Scout Meghan Case has figured out some ways to spread the word about endangered birds in the alpine zone. Case has chosen a Gold Award project in which she will supply the educational materials to summer camps and provide informational plaques to Mount Washington State Park about the region’s birds that face becoming threatened or endangered.
Maine DEP investigating allegations of improper dredging of south branch of the Sandy River
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is investigating allegations that the town of Phillips dredged the south branch of the Sandy River, affecting other branches where endangered Atlantic salmon migrate. A DEP spokesperson said the investigation is ongoing, and that department staff have visited the site, and contacted state and...
Racing fans attend Celebration of America 300 this Fourth of July
OXFORD, Maine — One way Mainers are celebrating America this Fourth of July week is at a new event at the Oxford Plains Speedway. The two-day Celebration of America 300 race has brought some famous racers to the track. The drivers are all fighting for a large purse of...
Conservative news outlet sues Gov. Mills over public records
A conservative online news organization sued Gov. Janet Mills for not fulfilling a Freedom of Access Act request to see her schedule during a storm in December that caused statewide damage. After strong winds and flooding hit Maine on Dec. 18, Mills declared a state of civil emergency on Dec. 19 in 14 counties. After […] The post Conservative news outlet sues Gov. Mills over public records appeared first on Maine Morning Star.
King urges defense department to begin brain screenings for service members immediately
U.S. Sen. Angus King of Maine, an independent, called on the U.S. Department of Defense to immediately begin brain injury screenings for service members in a letter sent to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Tuesday. The letter comes after researchers found significant evidence this spring that mass shooter Robert R. Card II had traumatic […] The post King urges defense department to begin brain screenings for service members immediately appeared first on Maine Morning Star.
Maine Should Be Aware of This New ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Our Pine Tree State is no stranger to scams, and this one has state police warning residents to stay alert. Scams, unfortunately, are always going to be around, preying on vulnerable people. There are always those who seek to take advantage of others for monetary gain. Scam artists are getting increasingly creative, and their schemes are becoming more advanced.
Here Are The Start Times For All 4th of July Fireworks In Maine
The 4th of July is back, and everyone in Maine is ready to enjoy the celebration!. With a decent forecast across the state and a day off from work, we are all ready to go out and be with friends and family, have a day of sun, BBQ, and games, then head out and enjoy a beautiful evening of fun & fireworks.
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