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Mainer Famous for Flub of ‘Buttery Flaky Crust’ Has Died
Jack Palmer from Hermon, Maine, who couldn't say "buttery, flaky crust", has passed. He will have a place in the hearts of not only Mainers, but nearly seven million people who watched the outtakes of the famous Dysart’s commercial. Jack was 86 years old. If you don't remember (or...
Massachusetts Fugitive Wanted for a Home Invasion Caught in Maine
A man from Massachusetts with outstanding warrants in that state has been taken into custody in Maine. Darell Love, 33, of Springfield, Massachusetts was arrested in Portland this week. What are the Charges He Faces?. The U.S. Marshals Service worked with the Maine Violent Offender Task Force to catch up...
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
David Estey and Emily Sabino ‘Talk Art in Maine’
Lincoln Theater is pleased to announce the return of the beloved program "Talking Art in Maine." While the focus of the program remains the same as season’s past, welcoming notable Artists and Curators who have made a substantial contribution to the arts in the state of Maine, this season we do have an exciting change. Lincoln Theater is thrilled to welcome local artist Emily Sabino who is taking over the helm as host of Talking Art in Maine beginning Aug. 22, and welcoming special guest, artist David Estey.
Before lobster, Maine had a thriving sardine industry. A sunken ship reminds us of its storied past
HARPSWELL, Maine — An 83-foot boat that was one of the first refrigerated sardine carriers during the heyday of Maine’s sardine industry is going to be scrapped after a recovery operation to retrieve the sunken vessel. The Jacob Pike fell victim to a storm last winter. The 21-year-old...
Two of the World’s Scariest Film Locations Exist in Maine
Once upon a time in Hollywood, there were film executives that thought scary movies would never be popular. Fast forward several decades, and horror films aren't just a Halloween thing; they've released and consumed all year long. Stephen King had a lot to do with that. He was given the...
“Being housed is the foundation for a stable life”: Addressing high rents and housing insecurity should be top priorities
Over 30 people showed up on Monday evening to talk with Maine state legislators about their experiences with the state’s housing crisis, and what they think needs to happen to ensure all Mainers have a safe, stable, and affordable place to live. The event at Maine People’s Alliance (of...
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...
Grant will aid library garden
The Fort Fairfield Public Library has been selected to receive a 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant. The library is one of 343 grantees selected out of 3,300-plus applications from across all 50 states, Washington, D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. “We are incredibly proud that AARP selected Fort...
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