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Lewiston planning board approves applications for three affordable housing projects
LEWISTON, Maine (WGME) -- A significant step forward has been taken for the Lewiston community, with plans underway to construct more affordable housing. Lewiston's planning board approved multiple applications on Monday for three separate housing projects. Together, they would add hundreds of living spaces to the city. Housing is a...
Belfast Senior College announces robust 2024 Fall Semester of diverse offerings
“Time to stock up on pencils, pens and notepads as September signals the beginning of a school year for many, including Belfast Senior College,” said the Senior College, in a news release. Registration opens at Noon on September 1 and most classes start on September 16. For the fall...
P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center Board of Trustees appoints new Executive Director
CAMDEN — P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center Board of Trustees has appointed Casey Baugher as its new Executive Director, effective August 16, 2024. “We are thrilled that Casey has accepted this critical leadership position, which is so important to PAWS future and the advancement of our mission,” said Michelle Davis, PAWS Board President, in a news release. “His most recent experience and successes as the Executive Director of a charter school in Lewiston, Maine exemplifies the leadership qualities and the operational and financial management expertise needed for PAWS transition and growth. We welcome his enthusiasm and energy and of course his passion for animals.”
Waterville incubator Dirigo Labs aims to foster business innovation
As Dirigo Labs in Waterville seeks applicants for a new incubator program called Dirigo Launch, Mainebiz checked in with Emalee Hall, the Labs' assistant director of innovation programming and partnerships, to find out more about what she describes as an "innovation incubator.”. Mainebiz: What are some examples of the types...
The ‘Not Your Grandma’s Flea Market’ Is Back In September
Keep it local, on Saturday, September 9th, by shopping local, right in Bangor. A fun, offbeat flea market for the unique and alternative, is happening next month!. As temps warm up, people want to get outdoors. They really want to get outside, when it involves shopping and bargain hunting! That means yard sales, garage sales, farmers markets, and flea markets.
Deer Isle school facing multiple resignations weeks before school year starts
DEER ISLE (WVII) -- School officials are calling for emergency meetings in Deer Isle as they face multiple resignations just weeks before the start of the school year. The superintendent says he found out Friday the principal of the Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School along with the curriculum coordinator had resigned.
Eastern Area Agency on Aging waitlist for food delivery program grows amid funding deficits
BREWER -- The Eastern Area Agency on Aging provides meals to hundreds of home bound older adults in Eastern Maine, but their waitlist is growing as they face major funding deficits. 'Meals on Wheels' is a nationwide nutritional program that aims to address senior hunger and isolation. The agency in...
‘It’s literally opening our doors’: Orr’s and Bailey Islands Fire Department welcomes community for annual celebration
When looking for a place to stay during a trip to Maine, Jacob Wolf and Hwa Yoo found Orr’s Island. Since both are casual runners, they lined up at the Orr’s Island Fire Station at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10, for the 5K fun run that kicks off the department’s annual community celebration.
Community members concerned about heavy turnover at RSU 21 schools
KENNEBUNK, Maine — Community members are concerned about what the upcoming school year holds for students who attend RSU 21 schools as the district continues to lose staff members ahead of the 2024-2025 school year. RSU21 includes Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. According to the district's communication specialist Matthew Shinberg,...
Amidst nursing home closures, relocating residents close to home is a challenge
A month after Narraguagus Bay Health Care in Milbridge announced its plan to close, nearly all of its 46 residents had been relocated. Only one remained. And early on a Monday morning in June, an ambulance crew arrived to transport her to another facility in Belfast, more than an hour away.
Residents voice concerns over looming closure of Mexico Police Department
MEXICO (WGME) -- Facing major staffing issues, the town of Mexico is closing its police department next week. “I’m disheartened and a little uneasy about how things are going to go,” said Phillip Azcona, who owns a business in Mexico. At a town meeting Tuesday, concerned citizens packed...
Tardif sweeps freshman pacers at Skowhegan; purse increase starts Tuesday
Skowhegan, ME — The Pine Tree State’s 2-year-old colt and gelding pacers opened up the Maine Sire Stakes at the Skowhegan State Fair on Monday (Aug. 12) with trainer Marc Tardif sweeping both divisions of freshman sidesteppers. Held at 12:30 p.m. before the regular card, the Tardif Taskforce...
Victim in Fiery Crash Identified as Richmond, Maine, Man
According to an article on the WGME website, a 20-year-old Richmond man has been identified as the victim of a fiery crash that happened on August 3. According to the Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office, Mark J. Judd of Richmond was the driver who was killed in the crash, which happened near Thorofare Road on Route 201.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
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