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‘Art for Art’s Sake’ Aug. 23-25
The Lincoln Arts Festival (LAF) Art Show has been held since 1995, and almost always at a shipyard. For many years now, Hodgdon Yacht Services, at 100 Ebenecook Road, Southport has generously provided just the right space for this show, Art For Art’s Sake. This year opening is Friday,...
Beyond the surface: Tailored solutions for tear evaporation in meibomian gland dysfunction
Jessilin Quint, OD, MBA, FAAO, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, weigh in on meibomian gland dysfunction and dry eye disease what to consider when choosing symptom management options. Expert dry eye specialists Jessilin Quint, OD, MBA, FAAO, from Smart Eye Care, Augusta, Maine, and Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, from BeSpoke...
Man faces domestic violence charge after shooting woman in Lewiston, police say
LEWISTON, Maine — A Massachusetts man is facing multiple charges, including domestic violence, in connection with a Lewiston shooting that left a woman seriously injured, according to police in the Maine city. The Lewiston Police Department said the shooting happened at about 2 a.m. Friday at 100 Blake St.,...
Rain Clears for 70th Olde Bristol Days Weekend Celebration
From lobster boats to parade floats, the 70th Olde Bristol Days was celebrated all weekend long, all over the Pemaquid Peninsula. After concerns dissipated over inclement weather, the customary Olde Bristol Days parade took place on schedule on Saturday, Aug. 10. Bagpiper Jack Shattuck and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Chief...
Machias Savings Bank donates $100k in community grants
MACHIAS -- Machias Savings bank is donating just over $100,000 in community grants to 23 organizations around the state. According to a release from Machias Savings Bank the Bank provided grants to 23 organizations around the state, including:. Agassiz Village. Alfond Youth & Community Center. Avesta Housing Development Corporation. Big...
Car crashes into utility pole in Standish; part of Route 35 down to one lane
STANDISH, Maine — A stretch of Route 35 in Standish is now open to one lane of traffic after a car crashed into a utility pole, according to officials. A dispatcher with the Cumberland County Regional Communications Center said Friday morning's crash happened in the area of 201 Bonny Eagle Road.
Meet Carmen Reed, Associate Broker at Newcastle Realty
Carmen Reed is a people person, and enjoys helping clients navigate the process of buying and selling their home. Previously a director of the Chamber of Commerce, she has always loved being involved in community and sharing her passion for Midcoast Maine. A native of Wiscasset, Carmen currently resides in Nobleboro, with her husband Michael Prentice, and their three sons. Together, they own and manage Bayside Plumbing and Heating.
South Portland residents experience sticker shock over property tax bills
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — South Portland's exploding real estate market over the last five years has compelled the city assessor to conduct an equalization of property assessments, as mandated by state law. This reassessment is leading to significant tax increases for many residents of Maine's fourth-largest city, some of...
Southport Climate Action Team workshop Aug. 29
All Southport residents and homeowners are invited to a Climate Action Team workshop Thursday, Aug. 29 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Southport Town Hall. Refreshments will be provided. The team will report on the its climate action efforts, including the grants applied for, the status of initial efforts...
Library Ocean Day provides splash of education, fun
There was a little surf on turf as Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library held its second Ocean Day on the lawn Aug. 13. Families gathered to learn about marine life with hands-on activities and chats with volunteers from around the coast. Scientists from Bigelow Laboratory brought samples of kelp they collected...
Portland man at risk of eviction continues the fight to keep his childhood home
PORTLAND, Maine — We have an update on a story we brought you in July about a Portland man who has been fighting to keep his childhood home. Darryl Crabtree, 60, has cognitive challenges and helped take care of his elderly parents for years in their home on Maine Avenue until they both passed away.
Windham Police Department receives grant to enforce underage drinking laws
Underage drinking is a problem all over the United States, and the quiet, peaceful state of Maine is no exception. To help fight against this problem, the Windham Police Department has recently received a grant to reduce underage drinking. The Windham Police Department has partnered with Dirigo Safety LLC in...
Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival shares new route for this year
LEWISTON, Maine - Organizers of the Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival are letting the public know the event’s annual parade will have a new route this year. The parade will kick off at 10 Saturday morning from the intersection of Main and Elm streets in Auburn and will head through New Auburn on its way to Lewiston.
Ocean State Job Lot Opening First Central Maine Store
Over the last few years, we have all faced the fact that inflation is out of control. This has led many of us to start looking for ways to reduce our spending. One of the most popular ways we have been doing that is by hunting bargains at our local discount stores. In Central Maine, we have several to choose from, including Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Marden’s, Renys, and the locally-owned Caswell’s Liquidation Center.
Everything You Need to Know About Sunday’s Backpack Giveaways in Augusta & Waterville, Maine
If you are a parent, you know that back-to-school shopping is not cheap. To fully prepare your kids for school, they will probably need new clothes, new shoes, a lunchbox, a haircut, and a backpack filled with supplies. Well, thanks to some amazingly generous people, hundreds of Central Maine kids...
Juvenile bicyclist dies after being hit by pickup truck in Sabattus
SABATTUS (WGME) -- The Sabattus Police Department says a juvenile died Thursday after being hit by a pickup truck at the intersection of Litchfield Road and Hillside Drive. The juvenile was taken to Central Maine Medical center, where they were pronounced dead. Police are withholding the name of the juvenile...
Portland Medicaid Transportation driver named Modivcare Maine Driver of the Month
SOUTH PORTLAND — Modivcare Inc. (the “Company” or “Modivcare”) (Nasdaq: MODV), a technology-enabled healthcare services company that provides a platform of integrated supportive care solutions focused on improving health outcomes, […]
Westbrook police seek help to locate stolen vehicle involved in assault
WESTBROOK (WGME) - UPDATE: Westbrook Police say the vehicle has been located in Portland and another suspect has been arrested. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Westbrook Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating what is believed to be a stolen vehicle and are still searching for two suspects. Westbrook Police...
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