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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.
Hoping to get an early start on Fourth of July celebrations? Check out these events
MAINE, Maine — There's nothing wrong with getting a head start on celebrating the Fourth of July. Communities statewide have planned lots of events so you can get a head start on Independence Day celebrations, from baseball games, to craft fairs, to block parties, and more. The Portland Sea...
With parent team up for sale, Maine Celtics likely to change hands — but it’s complicated
For some basketball fans, it's cruel irony. The legendary Boston Celtics — who captured a record 18th NBA championship just two weeks ago with a 106-88 blow-out of the Dallas Mavericks — are now up for sale. Which means the Maine Celtics, the development league team purchased by...
Joseph Eaton Sentenced to Life in Prison for Maine Shooting Rampage
In a case that has left the public horrified, Maine State Police have confirmed the identity of the man responsible for a spree of violence last year. Joseph Eaton, 35, was sentenced to life in prison on multiple charges including murder. An Extensive List of Charges. In Sagadahoc County Superior...
Tuffy Bear Discount Furniture going out of business after 45 years
Maine’s destination furniture retailer to close permanently with owner’s retirement GLENBURN — Tuffy Bear Discount Furniture, a family-owned furniture and mattress retailer in business for nearly a half-century, will close […]
Moderate House Dem: ‘Donald Trump is going to win. And I’m OK with that’
Rep. Jared Golden (Maine), a moderate Democrat, published an op-ed Tuesday arguing former President Trump is going to win the election, and he’s “OK with that.” Golden, who has held his seat in the House since 2019, wrote a piece published in the Bangor Daily News headlined, “Donald Trump is going to win the election…
Three arrested, charged after robbery at Westbrook motel
WESTBROOK, Maine (WABI) - Three people are facing charges after police say they broke into a Westbrook motel, assaulted a person, and stole several items including firearms. Westbrook Police say the robbery happened on Larrabee Road in the early morning hours of June 13th. As part of their investigation, they...
SNL Alum To Perform Night Of Improv In Rockland
If you watched Saturday Night Live between the years of 1999 and 2006, chances are you witnessed one of the eclectic characters Massachusetts born comedian Rachel Dratch created for the show. Known for her work as "Debbie Downer", "Sheldon" and on of the hot tub "Lovahs", Dratch, who is both...
Appreciating art at the Y
The cool and rainy weather brought dozens of art lovers to the Boothbay Region YMCA on Friday, June 29 for a special evening. Local artist Charlie Nowell helped the Y celebrate art with his show of beautiful paintings of local and familiar scenes. Several of his works were quickly snatched up by appreciative attendees. A favorite piece called "Buoy" had several people longing to purchase it before it became a birthday gift for a buyer’s mother; Charlie has since replaced it with a similar painting for anyone who desires an iconic painting of our peninsula life.
Lincoln Academy Alum Returns to Damariscotta for Special Performance
Miranda Sprague, aka artist Mira Raven, will be performing at Salt + Pepper Social, at 67 Main St. in Newcastle, on Friday, July 5 from 3-6 p.m. Sprague was raised in Damariscotta, where she attended Great Salt Bay Community School and Lincoln Academy. She moved to Chicago to further her musical education.
South Thomaston woman accused of assaulting two residents after breaking into apartment
ROCKLAND — A South Thomaston woman was arrested after allegedly assaulting two people after entering their residence. Kristina Larrondo, 32, was arrested June 27 by Rockland Police and charged with burglary, aggravated assault, aggravated criminal trespass, domestic violence assault and criminal assault. Larrondo made her initial court appearance in...
Ultimate Frisbee back for third season
Scenes from the Boothbay Ultimate Frisbee Pickup game July 1, which is in its third season this year. Organizer Ben Snead said the group plays on Monday and Thursday evenings at Clifford Park in Boothbay from 6 p.m. to dusk. Snead said the group welcomes all new players to join regardless of age and experience. For more information, updates and how to join, visit Boothbay Ultimate Frisbee Pickup on Facebook.
Boothbay Harbor Police make 4 arrests
Boothbay Harbor Police Department made four arrests between May 30 and June 30. On June 7, Deakon Wilson-Harrington, 21, of Edgecomb was arrested by Officer Zachary Barry for operating under the influence. On June 18, Charity Chubbuck, 51, of Nobleboro was arrested by Officer Makenzi Strout for operating under the influence with two priors. On June 23, Laura Hughes, 58, of Southport was arrested by Barry for operating under the influence. On June 27, Michael Cusumano, 43, Boothbay Harbor was arrested by Barry for domestic violence assault.
Officials investigating early morning blaze at Eddington restaurant
EDDINGTON, Maine (WABI) - The State Fire Marshal’s Office is trying to figure out what caused a fire at a restaurant in Eddington. Firefighters were called to Heritage on the 9 Restaurant and Tavern just before 2 a.m. Wednesday. When crews arrived, they say about half of the building...
Portland credit union will expand to Lewiston with construction of new branch
Portland-based cPort Credit Union plans to open a branch in Lewiston next summer, occupying a new building to be constructed on the site of a former Dunkin' Donuts. “We have been looking at the area for some time and thought this was the perfect location for us,” Gene Ardito, cPort’s president and CEO, told Mainebiz.
Augusta man hospitalized after being shot by New York State Police
BARRYVILLE, NEW YORK (WABI) - An Augusta man is in a hospital after being shot by New York State Police Tuesday afternoon in Barryville, New York. New York State Police say they were called to a suspicious person in a vehicle at a business. Troopers say when they arrived, they...
Edgecomb approves new fire department ordinance
Not only does Edgecomb have a full-time fire chief, but it also has an official municipal fire department. On July 1, residents voted 21-6 to establish an ordinance creating a municipal fire department. The proposed ordinance was one of four articles on the special town meeting warrant. In May, residents...
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