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Investigation into fatal Bangor shooting continues
BANGOR -- The investigation into a fatal shooting in Bangor continues. Divers have been in the Kenduskeag Stream looking for evidence in connection with the shooting on Highland Avenue that happened on April 2nd. 24-year-old Daniel Ford Coates of Bangor was pronounced dead at a local hospital after being found...
Milford business offers doggy day adventures
MILFORD--A woman from Milford is expanding her pet care business. Lindsay Wicklund is now offering doggy day adventures to her list of services. Wicklund says these afternoon adventures could include a hike, a leisurely walk or a just a day at the dog park. "C'mon boys," said Lindsay to her...
Growing concerns over repeat offenders in Maine violating bail conditions
HOLDEN (WVII) -- Police in Penobscot County say there are growing concerns over an increase in repeat offenders being on the streets and violating bail conditions. The Holden Police Department says they've arrested several people for violating bail conditions recently. "This trend of people being arrested on multiple counts of...
Bangor officer will soon be walking the downtown beat
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A member of the Bangor Police Department will once again be walking the downtown beat in the near future. Following Memorial Day Weekend, Downtown Bangor will have an officer dedicated to keeping a watchful eye on the area. Officials with BPD say recent staffing additions allow...
Maine man accused of assaulting store employee, stabbing customer with needle during theft
HOLDEN (WGME) -- Police say a Maine man assaulted an employee and stabbed a customer with a used needle after they tried to stop him from stealing from a store in Holden. The Holden Police Department arrested 41-year-old Clifford Neville of Bangor on Friday and charged him with robbery, aggravated assault, violation of bail, and two outstanding warrants.
Man pleads guilty to Augusta armed bank robbery
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A Manchester man pleaded guilty Tuesday in Bangor for armed bank robbery in Augusta. Police say he placed a handgun near the teller and demanded cash in October 2022. Joshua Brougham, 38, is accused of showing a gun and demanding money from the Camden National Bank...
Sunshine, Breezy & Seasonable Today
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - High pressure will build in from the north today providing us with a beautiful spring day. As the high builds in... lingering clouds early will give way to more sunshine as the morning progresses with lots of sun expected for the afternoon. Temperatures will be seasonable today with highs in the 50s to near 60° across the north and low to mid-60s elsewhere. Winds will be a bit gusty today too out of the north/northwest with gusts to 25-30 MPH possible. Skies will be clear to partly cloudy tonight with nighttime temperatures dropping to the 30s to near 40° for lows.
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