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Lewiston shooter's family to testify before investigators
AUGUSTA, Maine — Family members of the Lewiston mass shooter are expected to answer questions Thursday from the commission investigating the tragedy. Robert Card opened fire at Just-In-Time Recreation and Schemengees Bar and Grille in Lewiston on Oct. 25, killing 18 people and injuring more than a dozen others. It was the deadliest shooting in Maine history.
Night Hawk is ready to go on tour, but first they have a graduation to attend
PORTLAND, Maine — Across the country, there are countless college bands. Friends who get together to play music, but then move on to their careers after their college years are over. That’s not the case for the members of Night Hawk. Night Hawk is made up of seniors...
Dozens of Bates College students protest outside Rep. Golden’s home over war in Gaza
LEWISTON, Maine (WMTW) - A group of Bates College students demonstrated against the war in Gaza outside of Rep. Jared Golden’s house over the weekend. About 80 students marched and chanted, “No more money for Israel’s crimes,” ahead of a potential invasion of Rafah. They accused...
Lewiston voters split on controversial $110 million school budget
LEWISTON (WGME) -- Lewiston voters are deciding whether the school district's $110 million budget will pass Tuesday. The superintendent says it includes some investments which he believes will lower costs in the long run. There are also contractual obligations for pay raises and an insurance cost increase. This budget does...
Maine Days is back at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens from May 31-June 2
Outside of Gardens Aglow, there is no busier weekend at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens than their free weekend, Maine Days. Now a family tradition for many of the state’s residents, the Gardens will release 10,000 tickets to Mainers at no cost for them to visit on Friday, May 31, Saturday, June 1, or Sunday, June 2. Advance registration is required for this very popular event.
'Day Without Child Care' highlights systemic issues in affordable care
The sun was shining Monday afternoon as kids at YWCA Central Maine's childcare programs made their way outside, enjoying face-painting and crafts set up for a "Day Without Child Care." A nationwide effort, the day aims to emphasize the systemic issues in the child care industry, and the need for federal support.
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