It’s that time of year – there’s a chill in the air and winter is right around the corner. You might be ready, but is your vehicle? There are five essential things to check out, according to Alan Collins of Discount Auto Repair on Washington Street in Auburn. First, the battery; you’ll want the battery […]
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Create your own car safety kit
Taking the time to put together a simple car safety kit could save your life, or at least make it a lot easier during a roadside emergency, especially during the harsh winter months. Below are a few essentials you’ll want to have on hand: Flash light with spare batteries: If it’s nighttime, you won’t be […]
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How to handle a roadside emergency
Roadside emergencies take two major forms: car trouble and accidents. If you have car trouble, your major concerns are to stay safe on the side of the road and get in touch with someone who can assist you; in an accident, you may need to get medical help for yourself or a passenger, or document […]
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Protect your car’s finish this winter
The snow, sleet, and rain of the winter months can wreak havoc on a car’s finish. There are, however, some simple steps you can take to maintain your car’s appearance this winter. The most important step to help your car’s finish is to get your car washed. (The International Carwash Association recommends you do it […]
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Foliage color spreads on first day of autumn
For foliage updates, go to www.mainefoliage.com/. RUMFORD — Although western Maine foliage revealed some eye-popping color Thursday — the first day of autumn — foliage in northern Maine was already nearing peak. Don’t worry about missing the changeover here. Maine foliage spokeswoman Gail Ross said the rest of the state can expect peak color to […]
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Lewiston couple to defend Wife Carrying Championship title
NEWRY — The Lewiston couple who won last fall’s North American Wife Carrying Championship will defend their title next month when Sunday River Ski Resort hosts the 11th annual event. Held on Saturday, Oct. 9, the event marks the couple’s last chance to qualify for the World Wife Carrying Championship in Finland held in July […]
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Don Palmer steps down from Rangeley sportsmen’s group; Rusty Harvey takes over
RANGELEY — Don Palmer, who has been president of the Rangeley Region Guides’ and Sportsmen’s Association for 16 years, is stepping down. Taking his place is Rusty Harvey, the founder of Rivers Edge Sport Shop in Oquossoc, Kevin Sinnett, association co-vice president, stated Thursday in a report. While he will remain a director of the […]
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Dirigo HS homecoming parade moved to Thursday night
DIXFIELD — Thunderstorms predicted to hit Western Maine on Friday prompted Dirigo High School officials to bump Friday night’s traditional homecoming parade to 7 p.m. Thursday. Such a move has been unheard of since 2001, Student Council adviser Karen Phair said Wednesday afternoon. “It’s supposed to rain on Friday, which isn’t a real problem, but […]
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Investigation on theft of $3,000 worth of copper from CMP site continues
RUMFORD — As copper prices continue to climb due to overseas demand, thieves continue to target the metal, some more brazenly than others. Police are continuing their investigation into last week’s theft of $3,000 worth of spooled copper wire from a Central Maine Power job site in plain view of Route 2 traffic during the […]
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Veteran running cross-country trek honoring soldiers killed in Iraq War; in Bethel on Oct. 7
BETHEL — Plans are under way in Maine to assist Army veteran Mike Ehredt, who began a solo and unsupported trek this spring running across America to honor and remember U.S. servicemen and women who have sacrificed their lives in Iraq since 2003. The retired postal clerk is expected to arrive in Bethel on Oct. […]