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After devastating flooding, Maine vineyard owner feels federal aid fell short
PHILLIPS, Maine — Five months after flooding from the Sandy River destroyed equipment and infrastructure used to maintain a small vineyard in Phillips, owner Paul Caruso says he is "running on empty" financially and emotionally. “Once you see the video of the water coming in at six, seven, eight...
Lake George Park in Canaan to undergo improvements
CANAAN -- Lake George Regional Park is undergoing a major improvement project. Community donations and federal support raised around 1 million dollars for the Lake George Corporation, which manages the park. The land previously served as the site of a summer camp, before it was acquired by the state in...
UMF Emery Community Arts Center presents John Cariani’s ‘Last Gas’ May 17-19
FARMINGTON — The UMF Emery Community Arts Center on the University of Maine at Farmington campus is presenting John Cariani’s “Last Gas” at the Emery Performance Space on Friday, May […]
Carrabassett Valley Academy Looks to Hire a Director of Development
● 3+ years of applicable development experience. ● Proven track record of generating income for their organization. ● Experience in the solicitation of major gifts. ● Experience in the development and execution of a multi-faceted development plan. ● Experience in writing successful grant applications. ● Experience in managing fundraising events.
University of Maine Farmington holds commencement ceremony for graduates
FARMINGTON, Maine (WABI) - University of Maine Farmington held their graduation Saturday in Farmington. More than 300 of the 280 bachelors and 46 master’s degree graduates marched in the ceremony. This was the universities’ 160th year of preparing individuals for professional careers. Award-winning novelist, memoirist, and playwright Monica...
Bingham boil water order lifted
BINGHAM -- A boil water advisory in Bingham has been officially lifted. According to Jeffrey McKenzie of the Bingham Water District, clean samples have been received from the entire water system. For any questions regarding water quality or the recent order, you can reach McKenzie at 207-612-9317.
Free, Homemade Liquid Fertilizer
Close up of woman's hands in gloves pours liquid mineral fertilizer in watering can with water in backyard. Cultivation and caring for outdoor potted plants. Hobbies and leisure, urban jungle concept. Learn how to make your own homemade liquid fertilizer and how to fertilize plants to give them the quick...
Baseball Recap: Skowhegan snaps four-game streak of wins at home
Skowhegan fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Oxford Hills on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They took a 4-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Oxford Hills Vikings. It was the first time this season that Skowhegan let down their fans at home.
Softball Game Preview: Forest Hills Heads Out
The Forest Hills Tigers are on the road again on Tuesday to play the Carrabec Cobras at 2:00 p.m. Forest Hills' hitters might be in the hot seat on Tuesday considering what happened against Buckfield on Saturday. They lost 18-0 to the Bucks. Forest Hills has struggled against Buckfield recently, as their matchup on Saturday was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.
Bangor girls lacrosse outduels Mt. Blue for third win in four games
BANGOR - Bangor girls lacrosse defeated Mt. Blue in an offensive duel 12-10 on Monday night for their third win in four games. Bangor shot out to an quick 4-1 lead, but the Cougars came back to tie it up at 4 early in the second quarter. The two squads then traded goals until the end of the half when freshman Parker Mazzei put the Rams up 7-6. The shootout continued in the second half with the Rams outscoring Mt. Blue 5-4.
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