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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...
'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.
Seahawks shut out previously undefeated Spruce Mountain
In a match-up of undefeated teams, the Boothbay Region High School boys tennis team remained undefeated, improving to 6-0 with a 5-0 win at home over the Spruce Mountain Phoenix on Thursday, May 16. With the win, Boothbay moved into the top spot in Class C South while Spruce Mountain (6-1) dropped to second in the Heal point standings.
Restoration work begins at Lewiston's Veterans Memorial Park
LEWISTON, Maine — Restoration work is now underway at the Veterans Memorial Park. Flooding in a winter storm damaged the riverbank and several monuments there. The city estimates it will cost $180,000 to fully restore the park. The American Rental Association Foundation and the Toro Company teamed up to...
MDOT employs new technology to improve safety, awareness of road construction
WEST GARDINER — This is the time of year when seasonal traffic volumes increase and many road construction projects begin in Maine. Representatives from the Maine Department of Transportation, Maine Turnpike Authority, Maine State Police, Associated General Contractors of Maine, and AAA Northern New England joined together in West Gardiner on May 13 to highlight the importance of safe driving especially in work zones.
Political Brew: Augusta spending fight, Mills on 72-hour law, and Biden Israel shift
PORTLAND, Maine — It was another busy week in politics. Our analysts discussed the dramatic end to the legislative session with a spending fight, Gov. Mills' response to fallout from the new 72-hour law, and President Biden taking a tougher stance on Israel. Augusta spending fight. Things are finally...
Family of Lewiston, Maine gunman testifies and says more could have been done
LEWISTON, Maine - The family of the gunman who killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine last year testified in front of a commission in Lewiston Thursday, saying more could have been done to help him and prevent the mass shooting.The family of Robert Card will never forget the 18 victims. A commission in Lewiston began speaking with Card's family this week to determine what could have been done better and whether this could have been prevented.Family concerned with Robert Card's mental health"First I would like to recognize the loved ones lost on October 25. My family will never forget your...
Scarborough cornhole tournament raises funds in memory of Lewiston shooting victims
SCARBOROUGH (WGME) - Hundreds of folks on Saturday helped to continue the legacy of the lives lost in the Lewiston mass shooting. That night of the shooting, some people a part of the Maineiacs Cornhole lost their lives. On Saturday, that same league put on a cornhole tournament raising funds...
Fetch ME a Home: Baby bunny Persephone
PORTLAND, Maine — The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society has had an influx lately of smaller animals, with guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, and birds all looking for forever homes. This week we feature Persephone, who's about 2 months old. Persephone was part of a litter from a pregnant mother who...
New Togus VA substance use disorder facility breaking ground this week
AUGUSTA, Maine — Togus VA Medical Center is getting a new addition to its substance use disorder treatment options. The campus is building a new residential rehabilitation treatment program for substance use disorder. The new residential treatment facility will offer 12 beds to help veterans access substance use disorder...
Bus carrying RSU 16 students involved in crash Thursday
MECHANIC FALLS, Maine — An RSU 16 bus was involved in a crash Thursday morning. RSU 16 supports the towns of Poland, Mechanical Falls, and Minot. The crash happened shortly after 8:15 a.m. near the Cumberland Farms store on Pleasant Street in Mechanic Falls, the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office told NEWS CENTER Maine.
Voters in Lewiston to decide on controversial $110 million school budget
LEWISTON (WGME) - On Tuesday, voters in Lewiston will decide on a controversial $110 million school budget. “The schools are very important to us. That’s our future,” Lewiston resident Grace St. Hilaire said. Lewiston Superintendent Jake Langlais says the $10 million increase from last year includes fixed costs...
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