Resource fair at American Legion Post in Farmington connects veterans with potential employers
FARMINGTON — Roderick-Crosby American Legion Post 28 held a resource fair on Friday, Oct. 11, to connect veterans with potential employers. During the fair, a Quilt of Valor was presented to Roger Ryder, a post member from Temple.
Maine Black Bears react to losing Adrianna Smith for season
ORONO, Maine (WABI) - The Maine women’s basketball team was dealt a tough blow when Adrianna Smith suffered a season-ending left knee injury in practice last week. The Black Bears say they hope to compete in America East without the 2022-23 conference player of the year.
High-speed fiber internet reaches Bingham, The Forks area
Fidium Fiber is now available to 1,600 homes and businesses in the rural area, as a result of state funding and collaboration among other agencies.
Maine Senate candidates share views ahead of 2024 election: Costs, abortion, gun laws
Maine state Senate candidates in southern York County share views on cost of living, abortion, gun laws and more.
Lewiston man linked to ‘astounding’ amount of drugs, judge says
PORTLAND — A Lewiston man will remain behind bars after a federal judge rejected efforts to free him Thursday, citing the “absolutely astounding amount of deadly drugs” linked to him.
Maine fishermen rally with boots on the ground for hurricane relief
Kathleen Kirby and her husband, Jacob Schreiner, have organized efforts following back-to-back hurricanes to bring Maine fishing boots to those in need in North Carolina. Photo by Heather Sprague In the wake of two hurricanes that devastated states in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic,
Maine Connectivity Authority launches program to reach Mainers without internet
The Maine Connectivity Authority is launching a program that will offer internet access to the final 1.5% of users who are still without.
3 things to know about illegal Maine voting claims
The claims hinge on leaked health records that the Maine secretary of state’s office is barred from accessing.
Voters will pass Question 1, but it won’t become law in Maine
An unconstitutional law can’t stand simply because a majority of voters decide to approve it in a referendum election.”
Love doughnuts? Donut miss this tour, where you’ll try some of the best in Maine.
Dark chocolate sea salt. Churro crullers. Sweet and fluffy cookies 'n' cream delights. You'll savor every sample, and maybe even get your steps in.
The best football playoff race in Maine? Eight-man Large School is as wide open as it gets
With two games to play, Camden Hills, Lake Region, Mt. Ararat and Greely are 5-1. Any one of the four could end up in first place, or fourth. Or even fifth or sixth, depending on how defending state champion Mt. Desert Island (3-3) or Gray-New Gloucester (3-3) do over the final two games of the regular season.
New England state police agencies suggest improvements to Maine State Police review of the Lewiston shootings
The recommendations came in an analysis of the Maine State Police's after-action review of the Lewiston mass shooting last year.
Jim Sitrick Jr.: Wayne Farrin embodies life in midcoast Maine
One of the most positive experiences my family has enjoyed since we moved to Jefferson three years ago has been getting to know people in the community.
Ryan Paige: LaRochelle commited to Maine’s recovery communities
I strongly support Raegan LaRochelle for State Senate due to her unwavering commitment to Maine’s recovery communities. Raegan has been a tireless advocate for expanding critical services and protections for those affected by the opioid crisis. She supported the expanded Good Samaritan Law, which is a crucial step in saving lives.
Guaranteed income pilot project aims to boost low-income single mothers in Maine
The first year of the project gave twenty single mothers $1,000 a month with no restrictions on how the money could be spent.
Celtics waive 7-foot-1 center as roster moves continue
The Celtics continue to get some housekeeping done when it comes to their roster. Dmytro Skapintsev, the 7-foot-1 center, was waived by the team, according to the NBA’s transactions log. Skapintsev was on an Exhibit 10 contract and he’ll likely end up with the G League Maine Celtics for the season.
Opinion: Democrats risk losing key constituencies over support for Israel
Golden subsequently denied a request to meet with his constituents and has instead doubled down on Israeli talking points: Israel has “the right to defend itself” and “Iran is Israel’s enemy” and thus, our enemy too.
Maine aims to deliver internet to remaining 9,000 homes and businesses without access
With two and a half months left for Gov. Janet Mills to reach her 2022 pledge to provide all Mainers with internet access, the state launched a new program Thursday to connect the hardest-to-reach places across the state.
What People Behind Bars Really Think About the ‘Cop vs. Felon’ Election
People in prisons and jails weigh in on Harris’ qualifications for president, Trump’s potential sentence and more.
Government Oversight Committee votes unanimously to look into working conditions at Maine psychiatric facilities
The Government Oversight Committee met in Augusta today to consider looking into working conditions at two Maine psychiatric facilities.
Are CT’s cannabis advertising rules too strict? Yes, businesses say
State Rep. Holly Cheeseman, R-East Lyme, strongly opposed the legalization of adult-use cannabis, citing the health dangers it can pose, particularly to younger users. Since the law passed, Cheeseman has advocated for measures to prevent underage use along with stringent packaging requirements.
Maine watchdog seeks to have Electricity Maine's license revoked, says it overcharges
Maine's consumer advocate is asking the Public Utilities Commission to revoke an electricity supplier's license to do business in the state, accusing it of overcharging customers. Public Advocate William Harwood said Electricity Maine,
NSB donates $20k to expand futures for rural youth
Cohorts of students from Bethel and surrounding towns have arrived at Bryant Pond in recent years to participate in a pilot program that aims to expand horizons, increase self-resilience, and showcase leadership skills for young people in rural communities.
Pedestrian dies after being struck by train in Old Orchard Beach
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Two pedestrians were hit by a train in Old Orchard Beach on Wednesday, and one of those pedestrians died. It happened around 11 a.m. near the Amtrak platform on 1st Street. However, the train involved in the crash was owned by CSX Transportation, a CSX spokesperson Austin Staton told NEWS CENTER Maine.
MaineHealth to participate in major chronic Lyme study
MaineHealth is partnering with Tufts University for a new $20.7 million study that will research post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome – often called chronic Lyme – a condition that has puzzled scientists, doctors and patients for decades.
In This Small Maine County, the Sheriff’s Race Is Haunted by a Mass Shooting
The race has become a referendum on what the Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office did, and failed to do, before a shooting that killed 18 people in Lewiston last fall.
Freeport Market gives Maine Makers a unique opportunity
Freeport Market is working to give Maine makers a unique opportunity to sell their products in the same neighborhood as major outlet stores.
Boil water order issued for Gray residents
Gray Fire Rescue posted on social media that the order was put in place due to unsafe water. The order will remain in effect until further notice.
Robert and Deborah Peale: Golden deserves our votes
We encourage all Democrats, independents and independent-minded Republicans to mark their ballots for Jared Golden for Congress.
The scariest books you’ll ever read, according to Boston.com readers
Needless to say, sleep would not come quickly!” Readers share their favorite books to read during the Halloween season.
Update: Clinton man arrested after Waterville fatal shooting makes court appearance on murder charge
Richard Hatt, who is accused of murdering Stephen Killam in Waterville Tuesday morning, appeared via video at the Capital Judicial Center in Augusta.
Maine absentee voting on pace to exceed 2022, pointing to huge voter turnout
The number of people voting by absentee ballot in Maine is on track to exceed numbers from the last major election in 2022, when Maine had the highest overall voter turnout in the nation. As of Tuesday afternoon,
Harris plan to expand rural health care could have impact in Maine
The plan rolled out this week is intended to support rural hospitals and emergency medical services, sectors that have struggled in Maine.
U.S. Coast Guard investigates hoax 'mayday' calls
A series of false distress calls made over four days in Maine has prompted a search for the responsible party.
Maine Tower, Isle of Dogs, E14
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Incredibly rare comet to grace the evening skies in Maine
Look up to the sky in the evenings during the next few days because a very rare and bright comet will continue to make an appearance in Maine.