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Biddeford man identified as driver killed in Saco crash
SACO (WGME) -- The Saco Police Department has identified the driver killed in a crash on Route 112 Friday morning. Police say a sedan driven by 64-year-old Douglas Emmons of Biddeford crossed the center line into the path of a tractor-trailer. Emmons was pronounced dead at the scene. Police say...
Portland hosts the CiderFeast East Coast Tour, showcasing top local cider makers
PORTLAND (WGME) - Some of the best cider apples in the world are right here in Maine, according to some local food and drink experts. That's why the CiderFeast East Coast Tour took center stage in Portland on Sunday. Event organizer Jimmy Carbone says there's a whole new generation of...
Black bear sighting in Scarborough raises concerns
SCARBOROUGH, Maine — Residents near Pine Point Beach were on high alert earlier this week after reports of a black bear sighting were made. There haven't been any new reports since the May 7 sighting, but the incident has sparked discussions regarding wildlife encounters in suburban neighborhoods. Police Chief...
Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Accident
At 1:34 p.m. on Tuesday April 30, a motorcycle operated by Nolan Irish, was involved in a collision while traveling westbound on Flaggy Meadow Road at the intersection with Cressey Road. Irish was pronounced dead at the scene. Local news reports have stated that Mr. Irish’s motorcycle collided with a Honda Civic which was traveling north on Cressey Road, operated by a 21 year old woman from Biddeford. Gorham Police, Fire, and Rescue units responded to the crash.The driver of the Honda was evaluated by Gorham Rescue but was not transported to the hospital.
Moms and more make their way infield for the Portland Sea Dogs Mother’s Day 5K
PORTLAND, Maine — Not every mom has the same vision for a perfect Mother’s Day. Some would prefer to hit the pavement and baseball diamond. More than 1,000 runners gathered at Hadlock Field on Sunday morning to take part in the Portland Seadogs Mother’s Day 5K. "It's...
York County dredge ready to help rebuild Maine's coastline
WELLS (WGME) – A dredge is anchored in Wells and ready to do its part rebuilding southern Maine’s coastline. The dredge was assembled at Portland Yacht Services on Portland Harbor. York County bought the Ellicott dredge using federal money to replenish beaches after the devastating winter storms. A...
Last-minute Mother’s Day brunch ideas? We got you covered
Mother’s Day is all about letting mom do less, even kids can tackle some of these brunch recipes. Hannaford’s resident chef Dorene Mills paid WMTW a visit to share some delicious recipes for Sunday. To her, the recipes are all about making the experience as hands-off for mom as she wants it.
South Portland Food Cupboard seeks larger space as demand grows dramatically
SOUTH PORTLAND (WGME) - The South Portland Food Cupboard is looking for a new place to call home. Workers say the current facility is far too small as food insecurity continues to grow. About 800 families a month rely on the South Portland Food Cupboard. Over the last seven years,...
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