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Julia! What a show at Brady’s!
The July 17 benefit show for the Ed and Candie Crocker family featuring “American Idol” top 7 performer Julia Gagnon was a success beyond belief. Folks attending were treated to her unbelievable singing and original songs created by both Julia and her fiancé Nate. The Crockers lost their Edgecomb home to a fire on June 3.
Some Theatre Company Presents: Exit, Pursued by a Bear
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Some Theatre Company announced another production they say will thrill its audience from start to finish. “Exit, Pursued by a Bear,” is a dark revenge comedy by Lauren Gunderson. The show tells the story of Nan, a fed-up wife who takes matters into her own...
Work to reopen Seawall Road begins
SOUTHWEST HARBOR - Sometimes it just takes a community to get a job done. That's what the residents of Mount Desert Island are saying. Local contractors, who are often competitors, are working together to rebuild the Seawall Road in Southwest Harbor. It was destroyed in the winter storms and has...
Friends of Sears Island to offer ‘Wee Forest Folk’ program and summer activity kits to families
SEARSPORT — Friends of Sears Island will be offering a free “Wee Forest Folk” family program on Sears Island on Wednesday, July 31 from 2-3:30 p.m., led by FOSI’s Outreach […]
School improvement bond projects outlined at community forum in Gray
A second info session with Q&A will be held at Memorial School in New Gloucester on Monday, July 22, at 6:30. About 80 residents sweltered in the Gray-New Gloucester High School cafetorium on Wednesday evening for the first of two planned presentations on proposed facilities improvement projects in the works for MSAD 15.
Branden Fowler picks up first win in 4 years at Wiscasset Speedway
With clear skies above and no rain on the horizon, it was the picture-perfect day for some racing on Maine’s Coast on Saturday. Wiscasset Speedway took full advantage of the weather, hosting a jam-packed Group 2 racing program that included double features for both the T&L Automotive Modifieds and the Wood Pellet Warehouse Late Models.
Bar Harbor resident to share first-hand account of fire of ‘47
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — Don’t miss the opportunity to hear a first-hand account of the fire of ‘47 through the eyes of Bar Harbor resident, Diane Zito — a second grader at the time — at the Southwest Harbor Public Library on Tuesday, July 30 at 5:30 p.m. Listen to the stories, not just the documented history, of this harrowing experience. The library invites folks to bring their own accounts to share.
Ellsworth museum educates visitors on telephone history
Ellsworth, Maine (WABI) -An Ellsworth Museum allows visitors to step back in time by simply picking up the phone. “Sometimes they come in here not interested, and about halfway through, all of a sudden it takes, and then they enjoy it,” says David Thompson, Assistant Treasurer at the Telephone Museum.
Danny Caputo Commits to Southern Maine
An '03 from Lanoka Harbor, NJ, Caputo played in 68 Eastern Hockey League (EHL) games over the course of two seasons. In the 2022-23 season, he began with the New Jersey 87's, recording a goal and two assists in 14 games. He then moved to the Connecticut Chiefs, where he recorded a goal and six assists in 17 games. This past year, he captained the Boston Jr. Terriers, playing 37 games and recording three goals and nine assists to his credit.
MOUNT DESERT, SOUTHWEST HARBOR, TREMONT, AND TRENTON TOWN GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
Planning Board Meeting (Site Walk) Volunteers Needed for the Following Positions in Southwest Harbor:. Anyone interested in filling these positions is encouraged to attend upcoming meetings & complete a volunteer application. Regular meeting schedule (meetings held at the Town Office unless otherwise noted). Calendar is here. Select Board: 2nd &...
Greenville special town meeting on housing density ordinances
GREENVILLE — For most of 2024, the Greenville Planning Board has been working on an affordable housing density ordinance to be in compliance with state regulations — LD 2003 “An Act To Implement the Recommendations of the Commission To Increase Housing Opportunities in Maine by Studying Zoning and Land Use Restrictions.”
Piscataquis River Festival returns to Guilford on Saturday
GUILFORD — Organizers have released the schedule for this year’s Piscataquis River Festival on Saturday, July 27 with events at and around the downtown athletic fields on the banks of the river. Start the day with Friends of Community Fitness’ festival 5K at 7:30 a.m. at the Gaw...
Town of Eddington's oldest citizen receives award
EDDINGTON -- A 94 year-old Eddington woman received a special honor from her community on Sunday. Friends and family of Alice 'Lou' Higgins gathered to award her the Eddington Boston Post Cane. According to members of the Eddington Historical Society, the cane has been passed on to the town's oldest...
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Episcopal Academy 2025 FO Riley commits to Colby College
Episcopal Academy 2025 faceoff midfielder Blake Riley has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Colby College. High school: Episcopal Academy, Newtown Square, PA. Lacrosse honors: Honorable Mention All Mainline, Coach John H Wynne Award. Academic honors: Honor Roll All Semesters. Expected major: Economics. Why did you choose Colby? “I...
Get Ready for ‘The Drive-in Laser Light Show’ in Clinton in August
‘The Drive-in Laser Light Show’ is coming to the Clinton Fairgrounds, Aug. 23 and 24. The family friendly ‘Laser Shows’ include your favorite music, all choreographed with cutting-edge effects, high-powered lasers, and Large Screen Laser projection. The Drive-in Laser Light Show-Double Feature is just $39 per vehicle.
'Taste of Waterville' quickly approaching
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - One of the biggest events in Waterville is right around the corner. The Taste of Waterville will be held on July 31st at Head of Falls Park. The free event will feature 25 food vendors, a beer garden, a cornhole tournament, and live music. The Mid-Maine...
Celebrate Oakland with Oakfest 2024
Join the family fun this Friday, Saturday and Sunday (July 27-29) in Oakland for OakFest. Activities get underway with the big parade, Friday night. Randy McCoy from McCoy & Company will be broadcasting Friday starting at 5pm.
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