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A closer look at the atmospheric waves seen over Midcoast Maine

The sky seemed to ripple in September 2026, as striking gravity waves rolled overhead in a series of wave-like patterns. These stunning photos of gravity waves were taken from Rockland, Maine. Air flowing over the mountains set the waves in motion, and the striking patterns could be seen hundreds of...

Rockland, ME · 2d
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Forget Boring Grocery Runs Because These Maine Markets Make Christmas Food Shopping Feel Special

One Maine grocery stop on this list built its name on sauerkraut. Yes, the humble fermented cabbage somehow became the headliner, and I love that more than I can explain. The rest of the lineup gets just as fun. One market runs a full-service butcher counter beside rows of local goods. Another bakes fresh desserts in the middle of a harbor town, and a co-op stocks bulk spices perfect for holiday cookies.

Maine · 17h
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Students take over statehouse for youth and government program

AUGUSTA, ME (WGME) - Nearly 200 students took over the state house for Maine YMCA Youth & Government Program. It comes just days after Mainers cast their ballots for the midterms. Lonney Steeves, Director of Maine YMCA Youth and Government Program, says the program helps give students an idea of...

Maine · 7h
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FNL Week 10: Playoff action on rainy night across Maine

KENNEBUNK (WGME) – It's a mild, rainy night, and while it's not exactly perfect football weather, there are some big high school games on tap. It's playoff time, and one of those big games is happening Friday night in Kennebunk. At Kennebunk High School, the Rams are taking on...

Kennebunk, ME · 1d
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Maine sets midterm turnout record as more than 730,000 voters cast ballots

AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - Maine voters set a new turnout record for a midterm election this year, Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said Friday. More than 730,000 Mainers voted in Tuesday’s election, Bellows said. That compares with 680,909 in 2022, when Maine had the nation’s highest voter turnout percentage for the election cycle.

Maine · 1d

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J. Edward Knight Insurance announces acquisition

From left, Katie Chilles, owner, J. Edward Knight Insurance; Mike Giles, owner, Atlantic Insurance & Benefits; Robert Wheeler, owner, J. Edward Knight Insurance. Courtesy photo. J. Edward Knight Insurance, an independent insurance agency serving communities across Maine, is proud to announce that it has reached an agreement to purchase the...

Maine · 1d

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Maine Weather Alert: Caribou, ME 90% Rain Saturday, Snow Nov 7-11

Aroostook County faces wet highways, gusts near 23 mph and temperatures falling into the upper 20s.

Caribou, ME · 22h

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Central Maine truck driver training program shifts into higher gear

Two months after launching, a truck driver training program in central Maine is moving up a gear. Based in the Kennebec County town of Chelsea, the American Transportation Academy is joining forces with Augusta Adult and Community Education to expand commercial driver license opportunities. “Through this collaboration, students will have...

Kennebec County, ME · 2d

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MaineDOT commissions new hybrid ferry named in honor of Ellsworth’s Captain Almer Dinsmore

ROCKLAND, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Department of Transportation officially commissioned the newest addition to the Maine State Ferry Service on Thursday, commissioning the state’s first diesel-electric hybrid ferry, the M/V Captain Almer Dinsmore. Capable of carrying 250 passengers and 23 vehicles, the ship has been assigned to the...

Maine · 2d

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Maine State Ferry Service commissions first hybrid ferry

The Maine State Ferry Service commissioned its first hybrid diesel-electric ferry, the Capt. Almer Dinsmore, Nov. 5 in Rockland, Maine, for service between Rockland and Vinalhaven. Built by Senesco Marine, North Kingstown, R.I., the 154'×38' passenger-vehicle ferry was designed by Gilbert Associates, Braintree, Mass. The vessel accommodates 250 passengers and...

Rockland, ME · 1d

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Maine, Virginia fishermen unite against further menhaden quota cuts

Commercial fishermen from Maine and Virginia are calling on fisheries managers to maintain the Atlantic menhaden quota for 2027, arguing that additional reductions could threaten fishing families and coastal communities that depend on the species. In a new video produced by the New England Fishermen's Stewardship Association (NEFSA), Maine fishermen...

Virginia · 1d

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Financial help available for most CoverME.gov plan enrollees

A KFF analysis of 276 insurers participating in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace from 50 states and the District of Columbia showed a median proposed premium increase of 15% for 2027. It is the second consecutive year of double-digit premium hikes. (Adobe Stock) Listen to this story HERE. Nov 2,...

Maine · 1d

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Heating aid applications in Maine and Wyoming are open now, Rhode Island takes them September through May, and Vermont’s crisis fuel help starts the last Monday in November

Households in Maine and Wyoming can apply for heating aid now, Rhode Island takes applications from September through May, and Vermont’s crisis fuel program opens on the last Monday in November, which is Nov. 30 this year. Each state runs its own season, its own income test and its own emergency route. Maine’s one-person income […] The post Heating aid applications in Maine and Wyoming are open now, Rhode Island takes them September through May, and Vermont’s crisis fuel help starts the last Monday in November appeared first on The Money Overview .

Vermont · 1d

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Graphic novel series features Joshua Chamberlain’s Medal of Honor story

ARLINGTON, Virginia (WABI) - A Maine war-hero is having his story told in a national free comic book. “Medal of Honor: Joshua Chamberlain” is the Association of the United States Army’s latest edition in its graphic novel series. The novels tell the stories of Army heroes awarded the...

Maine · 1d

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Foxcroft Academy defeats Wells 22-8 in playoff matchup

DOVER-FOXCROFT -- #4 ranked Foxcroft Academy defeated #5 ranked Wells by a score of 22-8 in the Class C football quarterfinals. The Ponies started the scoring on a long opening possession, helped by a big run from their quarterback Evan Seavey brining them all the way to the one yard line, where Seavey would score on a sneak two plays later. The Ponies led 8-0.

Dover-Foxcroft, ME · 1d

Bangor Daily News

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Foxcroft Academy seeking 2nd-straight state field hockey title on Saturday

The Ponies square off against the Winthrop High School Ramblers at 3:05 p.m. at Edward Little High School in Auburn.

Auburn, ME · 1d

Bangor Daily News

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John Bapst soccer girls to play in 1st state title game Saturday

The Crusaders are 16-0-1 headed into the match with South champ Cape Elizabeth, 15-1-1.

Maine · 1d