Gov. Mills Vetoes Bill to Create Consumer Owned Utility

Governor Janet Mills today, July 13, vetoed a bill that would have replaced Maine’s two biggest power companies with a consumer-owned electric utility. In her veto message, the Governor called the recent performance of Maine’s utilities “abysmal” and said that “it may well be that the time has come for the people of the State …

Governor Mills Signs Bill to Expand Access to Child Care

Governor Janet Mills yesterday, July 12, signed into law a bill that will expand access to quality, affordable child care in Maine. The new law seeks to replicate a successful program in Somerset County modeled after the successful Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership. Under the law, Maine could create up to five additional programs across …

2021 Emmy Award Nominations

The nominations for the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards were announced today, July 13 and “The Crown” is tied with “The Mandalorian” for the most nominations… 24 each. Cedric the Entertainer will the Emmy Awards on Sept. 19 on CBS. Outstanding Drama Series “The Boys” “Bridgerton” “The Crown” “The Handmaid’s Tale” “Lovecraft Country” “The Mandalorian” “Pose” …

100-Year Old Veteran Reunited with Prize Possession

Ed Hendrickson, 100, a World War II veteran from Brewer recently lost a prized possession. It was a USS Ticonderoga CV-14 hat that contained his original aviator wings on it. After retracing his steps where he had gone shopping, the Brewer PD joined the search by posting on Facebook. Thousands of shares later, he was …

Skowhegan’s 3rd Annual National Night

The Skowhegan Police Department’s 3rd annual National Night Out is Aug 3 at Coburn Park from 5pm to 8pm. it’s free family night out with burgers and hot dogs for dinner. Bring your lawn chairs for a movie in the park on the big screen thanks to the Skowhegan Chamber of Commerce. More Local Community …

Missing Woman Last Seen in Freeport

Police are asking for help in locating Wendy Lewis, 55, who was last seen during the afternoon on July 7. Lewis was spotted at an Irving convenience store in Freeport. Her vehicle was found near the Salt Pond Preserve in Bristol later that afternoon. Latest Local Central Maine News » The post Missing Woman Last …

Taste of Waterville Returns for 2021

The 29th Annual Taste of Waterville is Aug. 4 at the Head of Falls and will include a variety of food, live music, beer/wine gardens, and so much more. More than two dozen cultural foods and demonstrations will be on display. Plus cultural demonstrations, ethnic entertainment and informative walks. More Local Community Events » For …

COVID-19 Vaccination Pop-Up Clinics

Several pop-up clinics are available for you to get your COVID-19 vaccine. All people age 12 or older are eligible. Latest on COVID-19 in Maine » You can find a vaccination site near you at a pop-up clinic, health care center, or pharmacy: https://www.maine.gov/covid19/vaccines/vaccination-sites#vaccsites3 Latest Local Central Maine News » The post COVID-19 Vaccination Pop-Up …

Johnson Hall Free Waterfront Concert Series

Join Johnson Hall every Friday Night this summer (July 9 – Aug. 27) at the Gardiner Waterfront for the Free Waterfront Concert Series. More Local Community Events » Here’s this summer’s schedule: July 9 – Pat Colwell & Soul Sensations July 16 – Calypso Soldiers July 23 – Blistered Fingers July 30 – Lauren Crosby …

Trump Sues Facebook, Twitter + Google

Former President Donald Trump is claiming big tech companies are wrongfully censoring him and other conservative voices. He has filed suit against Facebook, Twitter and Google’s YouTube. Former President Donald Trump announced he is filing suits against three of the country's biggest tech companies: Facebook, Twitter and Google, as well as their CEOs. https://t.co/ZhPJKP0goO — …