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Maine’s ‘Bottle Bill’ one step closer to legal overhaul

Legislation that supporters say would modernize and strengthen Maine’s bottle bill is one step closer to becoming law.
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Nina Interlandi Bell
‘MasterChef’ gets a taste of Maine cooking

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New Maine license plate
Mainers can’t get enough of retro flag, which will now appear on license plates

National

A partial building collapse was reported on Lafayette Street in New Haven, Connecticut on...
8 taken to hospital from building construction collapse in Connecticut

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Poll question

Poll questions and results

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 10:02 AM EST
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By WABI News Desk
We asked and you responded.

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'Living Water' sculpture on the Bangor Water Front

‘Living Water’ sculpture installed at Bangor Waterfront

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Sierra Whaley
A ceremony took place on the Bangor waterfront on Friday for the installation of a new sculpture.

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Moosehead Lake

Greenville gets ready for Moose Mainea

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Alyssa Thurlow
The Greenville area is getting ready for Moose Mainea.

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WABI

ALERT: WABI newscasts back up on all satellite providers

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
Due to a suspected lightning strike on the WABI tower, our newscast is currently down on all satellite providers.

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Attorney General Aaron Frey

Independent review finds no problems in workplace culture of attorney general’s office

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
An independent review has found no problems with workplace culture in the Maine Attorney General's office.

Politics

Maine State House

Bill to create mandatory family leave program in Maine faces Senate, House

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
A plan to create a mandatory paid family and medical leave program in Maine has passed out of a legislative committee.
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Much Cooler Weekend

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5 Things to do This Weekend: June 3-4

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Mainers can't get enough of retro flag, which will now appear on license plates

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'MasterChef' gets a taste of Maine cooking

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Pine Tree Camp is back in session after the pandemic

Successful Pine Tree Camp Telethon

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
The annual Pine Tree Camp Telethon on TV5 Thursday night was a success!

National

President Joe Biden addresses the nation on the budget deal that lifts the federal debt limit...

Biden celebrates a ‘crisis averted’ in Oval Office address on bipartisan debt ceiling deal

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The measure was approved late Thursday night after passing the House in yet another late session the night before.

Community

Sarah's House

Non-profit organization gets a helping hand from some local businesses

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Connor Magliozzi
Sarah’s House of Maine has been a beacon of comfort for Maine families battling cancer since 2014.

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Accident on Main and Union Streets

Pedestrian struck by car in Bangor

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:22 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
A car vs. pedestrian crash on Main Street and Union Street in Bangor has caused traffic delays and detours, according to the Bangor Fire Department.

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New York woman accused of Winthrop murder pleads guilty to lesser charge

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
A New York woman previously charged with felony murder in the shooting death of a man in Winthrop was sentenced to just over four months behind bars after pleading guilty to lesser charges, according to the Kennebec Journal.

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Bangor man sentenced to 5 years for drug crimes

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
A Bangor man will spend five years in prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine.

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Standby to Fly

5th Annual Standby to Fly to benefit Travis Mills Foundation

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Connor Magliozzi
This weekend, the Trident Armory Standby to Fly Benefit Match will take place at the Hampden Rifle and Pistol Club.

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The Alfond youth and community center hosted their annual awards and fundraising event Thursday...

Waterville Area Alfond Youth and Community Center host fundraising event to benefit the children

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Kodichi Lawrence
The Alfond youth and community center hosted their annual awards and fundraising event Thursday evening.

Education

Levant Fire's Spark Pug Fire Prevention program

Levant Fire Department celebrates Spark Pug star students with firetruck ride

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Grace Bradley
Four fourth graders received a special ride to school on Friday, thanks to Levant Fire’s Spark Pug Fire Prevention program!

Community

Kindness Community Market in Belfast

Need greater than anticipated for new Belfast community market

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Brittany McHatten
Fundraising efforts are underway to help Belfast Soup Kitchen keep the shelves stocked

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A man died and a woman was seriously injured following a crash in Cushing.

1 man dead, woman flown to hospital with serious injuries following car crash

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 8:05 AM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
A man died and a woman was seriously injured following a crash in Cushing.

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The fire broke out on Bramhall Street in Portland just before 5 a.m. Friday.

11 people displaced after early morning fire in Portland

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Alyssa Thurlow
Eleven people are without a home after fire tore through an apartment building in Portland early Friday morning.

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Maine Savings Amphitheater adds another show to summer lineup

Free Movie Night at Maine Savings Amphitheater postponed

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
Downtown Bangor’s June ‘First Friday Celebration’ is adding a new event.

Crime

Maine police seek vehicle after serious hit-and-run

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:58 AM EDT
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By WMTW
Police are looking for a vehicle they say was involved in a hit-and-run with a motorcycle in the town of Stockton Springs.

Community

Marvin Tarbox Fallen Brothers Ride

Marvin Tarbox Fallen Brothers Ride honors fellow rider Saturday

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
Twelve years after Marvin Tarbox was killed in a tragic go-cart accident at a parade, an event to honor his memory continues on.

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Man in officer-involved shooting allegedly beat woman with a hammer

Bangor man accused of beating woman with a hammer, shot by police, appears in court

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:35 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
Criminal history revealed in court

Local

The Community Connector serves Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Veazie and Hampden.

Community Connector resumes weekend service

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
The Community Connector serves Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Veazie and Hampden.

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Lessard facing multiple charges including aggravated assault, burglary, robbery and violating...

Woman accused of forcing way into Lewiston apartment, stabbing person

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WABI News Desk
Lessard facing multiple charges including aggravated assault, burglary, robbery and violating conditions of released.

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Maine Law Enforcement Officers Memorial vandalized

$1,000 reward offered as investigation of vandalism at Maine officer’s memorial continues

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:30 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
We’re getting a closer look at the damage done to the Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial in Augusta.

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Playing some tunes

Pine Tree Camp telethon aids summer fundraising goal

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:01 PM EDT
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By Tom Krosnowski
Your donations supported their tuition assistance initiative - where no camper is turned away based on their ability to pay.

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Penobscot County Chief Awards night

Three firemen honored at Penobscot County Chief Awards night

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:23 PM EDT
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By Connor Magliozzi
Thursday night a trio of firefighters were honored by their peers.

Travel

Moosehead Lake

Greenville prepares for tourism season

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT
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By Alyssa Thurlow
Now that Memorial Day weekend has come and gone, Maine’s tourism season is really picking up.
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