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The Tradition of the Fireman’s Muster
ASHLAND, Maine (WAGM) - The Ashland Fire Department hosted the Fireman’s Muster on Saturday. The rain didn’t stop other fire departments from joining in on the activities of this long-time tradition. News Source 8 reporter Megan Waceken has the story. The Firefighter’s Muster has been a long-time tradition...
Farm and fiber mill in Troy enters first summer running on renewable energy
TROY — Some people look forward to Independence Day as the start of the more leisurely days of summer, a time for vacations, hikes, and perhaps time at the coast. Many Maine farmers, on the other hand, are heading into their busiest season with long workdays ahead. At Moorit Hill Farm and Fiber in the Central Maine town of Troy, this July will also bring long days of energy production. Earlier this year the farmers added a 41-kW rooftop solar array, paid for in part with a Rural Energy for America Program grant. The grant was awarded by USDA Rural Development, whose Maine State Director, Rhiannon Hampson, toured the farm and fiber mill Wednesday, July 3.
“It means the world”: Event held in Unity for boy battling cancer
UNITY, Maine (WABI) - A local community gathered together to help raise money for one boy’s battle. A fundraiser event, known as “Benny’s Benefit”, was held at Stone Tree Farm and Cidery in Unity. Benny Erikson was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, an uncommon type of cancer. Brian...
Swimmers Warned About Fecal Bacteria in Maine Beaches
Yes, this is true. It's hard to believe for me as well, but apparently, this is a thing. There is poop on Maine beaches, and officials are sending out warnings as we speak. According to WGME, it's not just sunscreen you need to worry about this summer. For all Maine beachgoers, officials are urging swimmers to check bacteria levels before dipping your toes into the inviting waters.
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.
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...
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 Fog Overnight. Warm & Sticky Monday
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Any pop-up showers and storms will end by sunset. Skies will remain mostly clear, and lows will drop into the 60s. It will be a warm & humid night. There will be another chance for areas of dense fog into early Monday morning. Monday will be...
Eddington Man Allegedly Broke His Neighbor’s Windows With Rocks
A woman who reported someone was shooting at her house is okay after officials found a man allegedly throwing rocks through her windows. Luther Green, 58, of Eddington is charged with criminal mischief for the incident in his neighborhood. When the Victim Called 911, She Believed Someone Was Shooting At...
Presque Isle Men Arrested & Pedestrian Injured in Fort Fairfield
An 18-year-old man and 19-year-old man, both from Presque Isle, were arrested Saturday night after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured following a reckless driving incident and altercation in Fort Fairfield. 18-Year-Old Presque Isle Man Arrested. The Fort Fairfield Police Department said 18-year-old Noah Sirois from...
Fire marshal's office conducting arson investigation following Rockland incident
ROCKLAND, Maine — Officials are conducting an arson investigation after discovering Molotov cocktail-type devices on railroad tracks in Rockland. The Rockland Police Department said on social media Saturday police and the Rockland Fire & EMS Department responded to a report of a fire on railroad tracks near Pleasant Street around 6:30 p.m.
Teen brothers dead after suspected drowning at popular swimming area in Springvale
SANFORD, Maine — The bodies of two teenage stepbrothers were pulled from the Mousam River in the Sanford village of Springvale early Monday morning. Authorities in Maine presume they were drowning victims. The two stepbrothers, one 17 and the other 16, told their parents they were going to the...
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