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Get Ready For a Hefty Spike in Your Maine CMP Bill This Month
Starting this month, we’re going to see another increase on another bill that we don’t want but it’s going to happen anyway. Here's the scoop. Beloved customers of Central Maine Power (CMP) will see an average increase of $15.56 per month on our bills, according to Central Maine, which is a 12.6% rise.
Walgreens is closing five stores in Maine
Maine — Walgreens is preparing to close up to 25% of its 8,600 stores in the U.S. by 2027 and at least five are in Maine. According to recent reporting from CNN and The Associated Press, Walgreens C.E.O. Tim Wentworth said he's closing stores that aren't profitable, adding that more consumers are going online to fill their scripts and buy pharmacy standards like greeting cards and candy.
Off-Duty Maine Cop Excitedly Captures Video of Massive Humpback Whale
Maine is known for its oceanic wonders and nautical beauty. If you’re lucky enough to live here and see the underwater creatures, it’s breathtaking. The Kittery Police Department posted a video on their Facebook page that's incredibly cool. Watching the magic of a whale will never get old.
Maine aviation "legend" remembered by friends and family
FALMOUTH, Maine — Family and friends gathered today in Falmouth to celebrate the life of Allyn "AJ" Caruso, who devoted his life to aviation in Maine. Caruso passed away unexpectedly at the age of 74 back in March. At just 19-years-old, Caruso began flying for Bar Harbor Airlines. He...
The ‘Hermon Summer Sizzler’ Is Back In August
An entire day of fun for everyone is coming to Hermon!. The Summer of 2024 will be a memory before you know it, so get out an enjoy an annual 13-hour event that is a real crowd pleaser. If your kids have been complaining about how there is “nothing to...
See Comedian Tracy Morgan in Bangor
WHO – Tracy Morgan. WHERE – Cross Insurance Center (515 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401) See comedian and actor, Tracy Morgan live in Bangor! Friday, November 1st at the Cross Insurance Center. Show starts at 8pm. Recommended 18+. Tickets available NOW on Ticketmaster.
University Credit Union presents checks to University of Maine at Augusta campus food pantries
University Credit Union presented checks to the University of Maine at Augusta totaling $2,000 for its student-run and campus-sanctioned food pantries on its Augusta and Bangor campuses, respectively. The Augusta […]
Track worker injured in Speedway 95 collision
HERMON -- A track worker was sent flying into the infield after being hit on the track yesterday at Speedway 95 during races. Please be advised this footage may not be suitable for all viewers. A spectator caught a video of what appears to be a yellow flag being waved,...
Speedway 95 – Sunday July 7th [RESULTS]
Here are the results from racing at Speedway 95 in Hermon, on Sunday, July 7th. Jordan Pearson of Thorndike continued his domination of the Casella Waste Systems Street Stocks at Speedway 95 as he took the lead in the 35 lap feature from Garett Hayman of Milford on lap 9 and continued to the checkers. Hayman won his qualifier earlier in the afternoon and started the feature on the pole. After Pearson made the pass, Hayman stayed in the second spot, fighting off a hard challenge from Steve Kimball of Holden following a late race caution. Kimball finished third, with Doug Day of Glenburn and Ryan Robinson of Clinton rounding out the top five. The special 35 lap event paid Pearson $700.00 to win. Hayman collected $450 for his second place effort, with Kimball pocketing $275 for third. King’s Concessions of Speedway 95 added to the purse, boosting the 4th through 9th spots by $50.00 each.
It’s ‘Free Movie Night’ At Maine Savings Amphitheater This Friday
A FREE movie outdoors? Not a bad way to kick off a weekend!. It’s a rare non-concert night on the Bangor Waterfront, so grab the gang this Friday night, July 12th, because Bangor Parks and Recreation are teaming up with the Maine Savings Amphitheater, to host a FREE screening of the smash hit "Wonka"
Warm and humid start to the week
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - There is no relief from the humidity coming this week!. We are in for another warm and humid day. Inland areas will have highs in the 80s but a sea breeze will keep highs along the coast in the 70s. Dew points are expected to rise above 65°, so it will be very muggy. Tonight’s conditions will be similar to last night’s; sticky with areas of fog.
Martha Stewart is surprised by the 'harsh' criticism of her living room redo
Martha Stewart now knows that trying to appease internet trolls is for the birds. The 82-year-old TV host addressed the recent backlash she received for one of her newly decorated Maine living rooms — which features yellow furniture and several large bird portraits — in an Instagram post on July 4.
More than 100 vendors showcase work at Bangor's Sidewalk Art Festival
BANGOR, Maine — More than 100 vendors showcased their work at Downtown Bangor Partnership's annual Sidewalk Art Festival on Saturday. Art, music, and more brought hundreds of people to downtown Bangor to shop and support local artists. The event featured paintings, jewelry, and crafted goods for sale, as well...
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