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Preservation experts push to protect former children's museum in Portland
PORTLAND (WGME) – A group of preservation experts is once again pushing to protect 142 Free Street in Portland. That's the former children's museum now owned by the Portland Museum of Art. The PMA wants the historic designation of the building removed so it can demolish the building. This...
'We are on the right track:' Maine sees nearly 16 percent decrease in overdose deaths
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A sign of hope in the opioid epidemic. A new report from the CDC shows a three percent decrease in drug overdose deaths across the country, the first drop in numbers since 2018. Maine was a leader in that charge, one of four states to see a...
Coast Guard conducting mass rescue training in Casco Bay
FALMOUTH (WGME) -- The U.S. Coast Guard is working with the Chebeague Ferry and other first responders on the water for annual mass rescue operation training on Thursday in Casco Bay. Boats will be launching in and out of the Falmouth Town Landing starting around 10 a.m., so don’t be...
Cape Elizabeth teen honored by Maine Country Music Hall of Fame
CAPE ELIZABETH, Maine — In a spacious music room above his family’s garage, Jack Marston’s fingers fly up and down the neck of his guitar. He picks out fast-moving bluegrass and other tunes, with the sure touch of someone who’s been playing for a long time.
Why Dan Cashman is signing off after his 15th season of 'The Nite Show'
BANGOR, Maine — For fourteen seasons, Dan Cashman has been bringing Maine viewers local late-night comedy, music, and entertainment on "The Nite Show." It broadcasts from Presque Isle to Portland and features guests from all corners of Maine, and well beyond. Cashman announced in February on social media that...
Sunsets explained: Here's why sunsets are only warm colors
PORTLAND, Maine — The first 8 p.m. sunset of the year is Wednesday evening, and that got me thinking more about sunsets. As summer nights approach and the sun sets later, we're going to begin enjoying each sunset filled with all of the warm colors, but why don't we see all the colors of the rainbow?
Portland tenant says landlord revoked lease renewal as retaliation
PORTLAND (WGME) – A dispute between a Portland tenant and landlord is now in the hands of city officials. The tenant claims his landlord tried to raise his rent more than the legal amount allowed and pulled the lease offer when he complained about the illegal hike. The rent...
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