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Annual Milbridge Days Celebration kicks off on Thursday
MILBRIDGE -- The town of Milbridge has been gearing up for what organizer's say is one of the largest celebrations of the year in Hancock and Washington counties. Milbridge Days is a longstanding tradition for the community to celebrate the town's founding and draws thousands of people each year. The...
Former water district superintendent indicted
SKOWHEGAN - The former superintendent of the Anson-Madison Water District has been indicted by the Somerset County Grand Jury. Michael Corson, 55, of Madison and another former employee were accused of removing old water lines belonging to the water district and selling them to a scrap metal dealer. Somerset County...
Lewiston approves the plans for Maine MILL's new home
Officials in Lewiston have approved plans for a new permanent home for the Maine Museum of Innovation, Learning and Labor (Maine MILL). The $13 million project calls for the renovation of the Camden Yarns mill, plus an 8,000 square foot addition. "It was a former cotton mill, so it is...
Anson Scout achieves Eagle rank
Nick Gower, of Anson, received the Eagle Scout rank, the highest award in Scouting, during a ceremony held on July 13 at the Garret Schenck School. His Eagle Scout project was a benefit to the American Legion. The Tardiff-Belanger American Legion Post in Madison has a new, custom-made fire pit for the proper retirement of United States flags that have become faded, ripped or worn. “I am so proud of Nick,” said Troop #481 Scoutmaster Darlene Taylor, of Starks.
Local Author Presents Classic Film ‘That’s Entertainment!’ at Lincoln Theater
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the acclaimed documentary “That’s Entertainment!” with a special screening at the Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta on Saturday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. This year marks the centennial of the founding of film studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, known as MGM, which produced a series of...
Gov. Janet Mills announces money for Maine farmers, small businesses
BRUNSWICK (WGME) -- In Brunswick Friday, Governor Janet Mills and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced $4.3 million for Maine farmers and small businesses. It's meant to help them lower their energy bills, possibly by thousands of dollars. Farms and small businesses can use the federal money, from the Inflation...
Sophomore Pacers enter week five of Maine Sires
Cumberland, ME – Two $16,000-plus divisions of the Maine Sire Stakes for 3-year-old male pacers highlight the Bangor Fair card on Thursday (July 25) with several of the individual ‘glamour boys’ vying for the top spot in the point standings. With five horses battling for the lead...
Inaugural Maine Car Show Was a HUGE Success for Veterans
Jodi and Joe Brasslett, owners of Home Roofing Solutions, knew they wanted to do something BIG for their charity, The Marino Project, which helps give Maine military members access to the resources they need and most importantly, deserve. How About Putting on a Maine Car Show for the First Time?
Hozier Fans Post Some Great TikTok Videos Of ‘Ban-ger’ Concert
He may not have pronounced "Bangor" correctly, but no one cared last night!. The beginning of a very busy week of concerts got underway yesterday, at Maine Savings Amphitheater, and by all accounts, it was pretty awesome. It has been a couple of pretty exciting days around here, things began...
Community Little Theatre Announces Cast For THE PROM
Director Jennifer McClure Groover has announced her cast for the upcoming production of the musical "The Prom" at Community Little Theatre (CLT) in Auburn. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, "The Prom" captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever, according to a news release from Roger Philippon with CLT.
Bangor State Fair returns for 175th year
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - It’s that time of year again!. The Cross Insurance Center is gearing up for the Bangor State Fair at the arena and Bass Park!. Fun for the whole family, the fair will feature more than 25 rides, food, entertainment in the forms of live music, challenges, and demonstrations, along with the agricultural fair located inside the Cross Insurance Center.
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