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Lewiston, Maine, Drive-In Restaurant Named One of 20 Best in Nation
Chances are, your summer is going to include visits to the beach, perhaps a hike or two throughout Maine's incredible park system, or maybe even a lighthearted walk through one of Vacationland's quaint villages. All of those sound great, but you're still going to need to eat. And if you're looking for a place that serves delicious food alongside some delicious nostalgia, look no further than Val's Drive-In in Lewiston.
Petition filed to reconsider, repeal April 24 referendum
Boothbay Harbor resident Patty Minerich delivered a petition May 1 opposing the recently passed school referendum to the Community School District (CSD). Around 430 people signed the petition, which favors reconsidering and repealing the April 24 vote that approved the $30 million renovation of Boothbay Region Elementary School. The referendum results were certified by the CSD Board of Trustees May 2.
BREAKING NEWS Individual Identified for “Inappropriate Grabbing” near the Bonney Science Center
At 12:36 p.m. an individual was identified for having “inappropriately grabbed” a student following a Campus Safety investigation according to a text notification sent to students. This update comes after a campus-wide text blast sent to students at 1:34 a.m. this morning saying that there was a “sexual...
Mt. Ararat to hold prom at Live Well Farm
Mt. Ararat High School will hold its senior prom at Live Well Farm, 1583 Harpswell Neck Road, Harpswell, on Saturday, May 18. The event will affect travel along Harpswell Neck Road from 6:30-10:30 p.m., as students arrive and depart. The school asks neighbors to proceed with caution around the venue to ensure a safe and enjoyable event. Signage will be posted.
Yarmouth couple finally find home after posting ad in local paper
A Yarmouth couple has been struggling to find affordable housing after their apartment was taken off the rental market, but they have finally found a new home. Jon and Lin were unable to find a place that they could afford in the Portland area, as Lin is a stroke survivor and needed to be close to Portland for her treatments.
Wiscasset police blotter
Wiscasset Police Department reported the following for April 1-30: April 1, Jennifer Libby, 45, of Wiscasset was summonsed for Operating with a Suspended Registration, by Officer Jonathan Barnes. April 2, William Hatch, 38, of Newcastle was arrested for Domestic Violence Stalking; by Barnes and Officer Nathan Willhoite. April 7, Joseph...
Report: Maine ranks 6th nationally for percentage of people's spending on groceries
PORTLAND (WGME) - The cost of groceries in Maine is forcing more people to look for help putting food on the table. “Food is very expensive lately, and they’re very grateful to have this resource for them," Freeport Community Services Food Pantry Supervisor Andy Wyatt. They help more than...
Jazz duo performs in Maine after playing shows around the world
PORTLAND, Maine — Gary Wittner and McCoy Mrubata come from very different backgrounds but come together to create beautiful jazz music. Wittner is from Maine, while Mrubata is from South Africa. The two met about 16 years ago and have since played together around the world. The duo will...
Volunteers work to clean up storm damage from Lewiston's Memorial Park
LEWISTON (WGME) -- It's been more than four months since severe flooding devastated parts of Maine. Lewiston's Memorial Park was battered and seriously damaged by the rising Androscoggin River. The L&A Veterans Council chairman says part of the problem is how to get heavy equipment in there when the ground...
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