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Crews respond to Bangor house fire
BANGOR -- Multiple crews responded to a house fire Saturday afternoon. The fire broke out just after 2:30 p.m. at 352 Ohio street in Bangor. The Bangor Fire Department says it was a 2-alarm fire with all Bangor units as well as Orono and Brewer responding. They say the fire...
Troy woman pleads guilty to theft and fraud charges
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A woman from Troy pleaded guilty on Friday in federal court in Bangor to social security fraud, health care fraud, and theft of public money. Court records say 49-year-old Christie Mitchell lied to the Social Security Administration and Maine DHHS about her husband’s presence in her household and his income for nearly seven years.
Bangor man accused of robbery, stabbing store customer with used needle
HOLDEN, Maine (WABI) - A Bangor man is facing several charges after police say he robbed a local store on Friday and assaulted an employee of the store when she went to confront him. Clifford Neville, 41, is charged with robbery, aggravated assault, five counts of violating bail conditions and...
After 26 years, Game Loft founders pass torch to new executive director
The Board of Directors of the Maine Youth Alliance, which oversees the programs of the Game Loft and I Know ME in Belfast and at Mt. View in Thorndike, announces the appointment of Dr. Caer Hallundbaek to the position of Executive Director. Hallundbaek brings 25 years of leadership experience to...
Maine Disabled American Veterans Convention held in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) -The Disabled American Veterans came together this Saturday for the 49th annual convention where they set their agenda for the following year. They were joined by Senator Angus King who spoke on why its important to give support to the veterans. “For us to work closely with...
Fire breaks out at home in Brooks
BROOKS, Maine (WABI) - Flames broke out at a home in Brooks on Wednesday night. Crews arrived at the School Street home just before eight. Firefighters say they were able to contain the fire to one side of the building. They say the damage was minimized and that it shouldn’t...
Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day
Maine (WABI) - Saturday, April 26 is National Drug Take Back Day. You can turn in unneeded medication for safe disposal. Several law enforcement agencies are taking part, including Hampden Public Safety and the Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County. You can drop off unused prescription drugs at their...
New one of a kind thrift shop opens in Bangor
BANGOR -- A new thrifting hub has arrived in Bangor, called the Cool Girl Collective, and is a bit different than your average consignment store. It is a weekly booth consignment shop, with the goal being to connect women in the area who want to clear out their closets, and make some cash simultaneously.
Belfast Police beat
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity April 11-20. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. April 11. James Cook, 30, of Belfast, was issued a...
Hermon recreation hosts childrens indoor yard sale
HERMON, Maine (WABI) -This Saturday was a great day for a yard sale!. Hermon Recreation hosted their 2nd annual Children’s Indoor Yard Sale at the Hermon Elementary School. The goal was to repurpose items that your kids may have grown out of and raise donations to support summer camps.
English man sentenced after causing disturbance on flight diverted to Bangor
BANGOR, Maine — A man from England has been ordered to pay more than $20,000 in restitution after causing a disturbance and threatening to “mess up the plane," according to court documents. That flight was diverted to Bangor because of it. Alexander Michael Dominic MacDonald, 30 of Chelmsford,...
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