Downeast Trout Unlimited plans to hold a hybrid meeting about PFAS in Maine: Background and Where We Are Now at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, at the Moore Community Center at 125 State St. in Ellsworth and via Zoom. Louise Roy, environmental hydrogeologist with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection, will give an overview of […]
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Maine Craft Weekend to shine light on state’s artists and makers
Gardiner is one of six featured communities this weekend where makers of all kinds are to showcase their work, give demonstrations and connect with people.
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Mainers divided over rise of glamping
Some communities are pushing back on plans to develop ‘glampgrounds’ that seek to offer an outdoor hotel-like experience.
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Driver pleads not guilty to charges in crash that killed 4 fellow Maine Maritime students
A former Maine Maritime Academy student who crashed his sport utility vehicle, killing four fellow students, has pleaded not guilty to manslaughter and other charges.
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Access denied: Authorities refuse to release records for Maine school shooter hoax calls
First Amendment advocates across New England say the sweeping decision sets a dangerous precedent.
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Disbarred Ellsworth attorney indicted on theft charge
Christopher Whalley, 63, was disbarred in December after being accused of stealing $189,000 from a client’s estate.
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Ellsworth grad has a role ‘Yellowstone’ prequel
Former Ellsworth resident Tyler Beardsley appears in the Paramount+ series ‘1923.’
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Foundation seeks grant proposals from Androscoggin County nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations in Androscoggin County may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation’s Community Building Grant Program. The program invests in local projects and organizations that help build strong communities. Last year seven Androscoggin County nonprofit organizations received grants totaling $52,500, according to a news release from Taylor Mace, senior communications and marketing […]
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Miss Apple Blossom pageant crowns 11 winners
LISBON — The third annual Miss Apple Blossom pageant was held Nov. 5 at the Lisbon United Methodist Church. Eleven winners from different age groups were crowned; they will compete in the 15th annual Maine Academic Scholarship Pageant. This is the largest fundraiser for Crossroads Youth Center, a nonprofit charitable organization, and is scheduled to […]
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Mobile Homeless Veterans’ Stand Down events planned around Maine
The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs plan to co-host the third annual Mobile Homeless Veterans’ Stand Down during October. The first priority of the Stand Downs is to provide veterans with connections to housing and working with partner organizations. The event will also offer access to new winter clothes […]