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New book by local author, ‘THE LEWISTON SHOOTINGS: An All-American Tragedy’
On October 25, 2023, Robert Card II walked into a bowling alley and then a sports bar in Lewiston, Maine with a semi-automatic rifle, multiple clips of ammunition, and a deeply-rooted paranoia. In the span of just over fifteen minutes, he killed eighteen innocent people, wounded thirteen more, and destroyed the sense of security that the 1.3 million citizens of what the FBI had recently designated “America's safest state” previously enjoyed.
Southport Column: Many upcoming events
One way to deal with all the debris from our winter storms is to have a ‘pick up’ party, which is what the Horn Cove residents did last Saturday. They gathered chain saws and other implements to cut up and carry away the unwanted presents the storm deposited on the beach. Then they lit a bonfire with all the wood, followed by a picnic supper. During dinner the next night with Perry Nies and his daughter, Betsy, who live.
Community Makes New Piece for Brewer Fire Department Possible
BREWER, Maine (WABI) - The Brewer Fire Department has an impressive new addition. The department was in need of a new table for firefighters to eat and gather. Tony Cobb, who has been with the department for over 25 years, decided to get a new table as a gift for them for the day he retires.
The Ripple Effect: Old Orchard Beach swimmers in greater danger following winter's storms
OLD ORCHARD BEACH (WGME) - This summer, thousands of beachgoers have visited the 7 miles of Saco Bay's sandy shore, but in some spots, they're meeting an increased danger. "It's definitely a different beach from a year ago," Old Orchard Beach motel owner J.J. Mokarzel said. Each week, Old Orchard...
Maine Mariners to be Sold to Dexter Paine
The Maine Mariners announced on Tuesday, July 23rd that Dexter Paine has reached agreement to purchase the team from Comcast Spectacor. A native of North Conway, New Hampshire, and lifelong Boston Bruins fan, Dexter Paine has long been a leading voice in organized elite sports. Since 2021, he has served as a member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Board of Directors and is on both the boards of US Biathlon and United States Ski and Snowboard. He is actively involved in the Salt Lake City 2034 Olympic Winter Games bid, and currently serves as a member of the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (FIS) Council. He is the co-founder and Chairman of Paine Schwartz Partners, a private equity firm specializing in sustainable food chain investing.
Skowhegan tops 36ers in American Legion Southern Zone championship
The Boothbay 36ers may be down, but they are not out of the Maine State American Legion tournament. Skowhegan defeated Boothbay, 4-3, on July 22 in the Maine State American Legion Senior Baseball tournament. Skowhegan earns the No. 1 south seed in this weekend’s state tournament in Bangor. Boothbay will be the No. 2 south seed. The 36ers will play at 4:30 p.m. on July 27 at Mansfield Stadium. Each of the four state tournament participants also play a Sunday game.
Saco contemplates plan for downtown gateway
Staff from Saco’s public works, economic development and planning departments, along with city administration, are looking at ways to create a possible gateway into the city. Public Works Director Patrick Fox and Planning Director Emily Cole-Prescott presented to the city council on Monday night a concept plan for enhancements...
Saco proposes increase in stipend for elected officials
Saco residents in November may be asked to give elected officials a raise. Saco city councilors, per the city charter, receive a $1200 annual stipend, and the mayor receives a $3600 annual stipend. School board members receive the same compensation as city councilors. Councilor Phil Hatch said at Monday night’s...
Town of Rockport and seven Midcoast businesses in line for grants to repair working waterfront infrastructure
Rockport may get $2 million in resilience funding from the State of Maine, and several businesses in the Midcoast are to likewise receive grants from the same fund, albeit with lesser amounts of money. The office of Maine Governor Janet Mills announced July 22 that 68 working waterfronts were set...
Real Estate Matters: Price of Perfection for Homebuyers
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Nothing in life is ever perfect and that holds true for homes as well. In this week’s Real Estate Matters, Brian Bouchard sits down with Stephanie Fields of Fields Realty to discuss what the price of perfection could be for homebuyers.
To Eastport and Beyond Crew!
What did you do during the local July 4th celebration? The grandchildren of Sherry Sivret and the late Father David Sivret participated in the 4th of July stroller parade and earned third place. To Eastport and Beyond was their sign as they dressed in Toy Story costumes.
53-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured after Crash in Houlton, Maine
A 53-year-old man was seriously injured after a crash at York’s of Houlton on Saturday morning around 7:15 am. The Houlton Police Department said Duard S. Nunnally was driving a 2002 Chevy Silverado when he lost control of the vehicle, left the roadway, hit an unoccupied SUV and collided with a pillar connected to the York’s of Houlton building.
Maine politicians demand action in response to Army Reserve's report on Lewiston gunman
Following the release of the U.S. Army Reserve's investigation into the Lewiston shooter, Maine's political leaders are calling on the Department of Defense to make changes. “While we cannot undo this tragedy, we can do our best to learn from past errors," the Delegation wrote in a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. "We urge you to implement the recommendations from the AR 15-6 and Inspector General reviews immediately, and your office should carefully assess which recommendations should be implemented across the entire force."
3 Army Reserve officers disciplined after reservist killed 18 people in Maine
Three Army Reserve officers were disciplined for dereliction of duty following a rampage in which a reservist killed 18 people in Maine, according to an Army report that cited communication failures within the chain of command and between military and civilian hospitals, among other shortcomings.
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