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Lewiston bowling alley reopens 6 months after Maine's deadliest mass shooting
LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — It’s a dilemma no business owner should have to face: whether to reopen after a mass shooting. The answer didn’t come easily to Justin and Samantha Juray. But when they did decide to reopen their Maine bowling alley, they didn’t hold back. When patrons return Friday, six months after the gunman opened fire, they will see inspiring pictures at the end of each lane, bright paint on the walls, and new floors. The Lewiston venue has undergone a complete makeover, giving it a vibrant, airy feel. Samantha Juray gets emotional when recalling the events of Oct. 25, when the gunman killed eight people at the bowling alley before driving to a nearby bar and pool hall where he killed 10 more during the deadliest shooting in the state’s history. He later died by suicide.
Lewiston nonprofit may have to close after repeated flooding issues
LEWISTON (WGME)-- Leaders of a Lewiston non-profit say they'll have to close in June if something can't be done to stop flooding. The SHAREcenter says the first time it happened was last August. Water flooded its warehouse and garage where donations come in, which led to an estimated $200,000 worth of inventory being lost.
These Maine fifth graders just raised and released 250 brook trout
POLAND, Maine — Did you know it takes a certain water temperature and pH level to raise and keep baby trout alive? Those were just a couple of the lessons fifth graders at Poland Community School received this year through the "Brookie Buddies" program. In January, students received hundreds...
Report: Maine ranks 6th nationally for percentage of people's spending on groceries
PORTLAND (WGME) - The cost of groceries in Maine is forcing more people to look for help putting food on the table. “Food is very expensive lately, and they’re very grateful to have this resource for them," Freeport Community Services Food Pantry Supervisor Andy Wyatt. They help more than...
23 people died on the job last year in Maine, MDOL says
Labor advocates are calling on the state government to improve safety protections after a new report shows Maine currently leads the country in workplace injury rates with a high number of deaths as well. The Maine Department of Labor says 23 people died on the job in Maine last year.
Portland man pleads guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud, identity theft
PORTLAND, Maine — A Portland man pleaded guilty Wednesday in a Portland court to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. Court records show 22-year-old Paul Logugune and a coconspirator broke into unattended vehicles to steal purses and wallets between May and June 2022, the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Maine said in a release.
Yarmouth couple finally find home after posting ad in local paper
A Yarmouth couple has been struggling to find affordable housing after their apartment was taken off the rental market, but they have finally found a new home. Jon and Lin were unable to find a place that they could afford in the Portland area, as Lin is a stroke survivor and needed to be close to Portland for her treatments.
Lewiston, Maine, Drive-In Restaurant Named One of 20 Best in Nation
Chances are, your summer is going to include visits to the beach, perhaps a hike or two throughout Maine's incredible park system, or maybe even a lighthearted walk through one of Vacationland's quaint villages. All of those sound great, but you're still going to need to eat. And if you're looking for a place that serves delicious food alongside some delicious nostalgia, look no further than Val's Drive-In in Lewiston.
Students root for Cumberland singer vying to become next 'American Idol'
YARMOUTH, Maine — Cumberland's Julia Gagnon was recently voted into the "American Idol" Top 7 in this season's competition. While Gagnon is off chasing her dreams in Hollywood, people back home have been sending her much support and well wishes. The latest event in her honor: "HONK If You...
BREAKING NEWS Individual Identified for “Inappropriate Grabbing” near the Bonney Science Center
At 12:36 p.m. an individual was identified for having “inappropriately grabbed” a student following a Campus Safety investigation according to a text notification sent to students. This update comes after a campus-wide text blast sent to students at 1:34 a.m. this morning saying that there was a “sexual...
Just-In-Time Recreation to hold grand re-opening ceremony Friday
LEWISTON (WGME) -- One of the two locations in Maine’s worst ever mass shooting will re-open Friday. Just-In-Time Recreation is holding its grand re-opening ceremony with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. and events leading up to that moment starting at 10 a.m. The owner says reopening seemed unimaginable...
Jazz duo performs in Maine after playing shows around the world
PORTLAND, Maine — Gary Wittner and McCoy Mrubata come from very different backgrounds but come together to create beautiful jazz music. Wittner is from Maine, while Mrubata is from South Africa. The two met about 16 years ago and have since played together around the world. The duo will...
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