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Free hunting and fishing gear swap aims to help introduce Maine kids to the outdoors
BREWER, Maine — There is still plenty of time for Mainers to enjoy the outdoors this summer. Whether it be fishing, or getting ready for hunting season, having the right gear or equipment can be crucial for those getting into outdoor activities. To help kids in that effort, the...
Sen. King aims to reduce veteran suicides with gun safes
LEWISTON, Maine (WMTW) - Each year, thousands of military veterans die by suicide. Now, Sen. Angus King has a new proposal to prevent that. In 2021, 6,392 military veterans died by suicide, 38 of those people lived here in Maine. “We know that 22 veterans a day commit suicide in...
Woodland officials approve slightly higher mill rate
WOODLAND, Maine – Woodland’s local mill rate will increase this year following a vote from the selectboard Monday. Board members unanimously passed a rate of 20.2 mills per $1,000 of property value, an increase from last year’s rate of 19.8 mills. The board also approved a local...
Something New is Coming to Target Near the Maine Mall in South Portland
Target has been in the news a lot over the past six months as they continue to evolve their stores and shopping experience in hopes of keeping customers happy. It all started with Target changing how their self-checkout lanes work. It's now a 10-items-or-less process, and the majority of customers have enjoyed the change (as long as the self-checkout registers stay in working order).
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...
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.
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