Brittany McHatten
6 p.m. Anchor/Reporter
Bangor, ME
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Brittany began her television career in Bangor, and after a few years working in Albany, New York, she’s back!
Brittany’s roots in news began at Framingham High School in Massachusetts. She went on to get her degree in Broadcast Journalism from Boston University.
Born and raised just outside of Boston, Brittany loves all things New England sports! When she’s not at work you can catch her at UMaine games or on the Bangor Waterfront for country concerts with her husband, Tyson.
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|By Brittany McHatten
The Downeast community is coming together to support a local family going through a challenging time. TV5 caught up with 10-year-old Journey Gartner and her parents ahead of this weekend’s planned benefit dinner.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 6:31 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
An update now on when Mainers can expect to see those $450 winter energy relief payments in their mailboxes.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 5:48 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Back in October, seventh grade science teacher Margaret Pietrak learned about NASA’s 2023 TechRise Student Challenge. There was just one problem.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 6:20 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Wednesday was National Winnie the Pooh Day. It’s celebrated each year on Jan. 18 in honor of author A.A. Milne’s birthday.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 5:26 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Gavin Adams is an avid LEGO builder who has completed sets intended for adults twice his age.
Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 4:39 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Because the event was held virtually, weather did not deter attendance.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 5:22 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
According to AAA, 60% of all teen driving crashes are the result of distraction
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 5:08 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
High-profile examples of domestic violence can be triggering for survivors
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 3:29 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Area Interfaith Outreach is hosting its third annual “Fill The Strand” food and fund raiser at the historic theatre on MLK Day.
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 4:34 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Stephen Larrabee, 48, of Brooks, is facing a slew of charges stemming from the incident authorities say began early Monday morning in Belfast.
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 12:51 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Mark Pellon was named Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce volunteer of the year
Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 4:54 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Four Maine Maritime Academy students died in the early-morning crash
Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 6:51 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
King didn’t put a timeline on U.S. involvement, but did say it should remain in place until Russian President Vladimir Putin’s forces are driven out.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 12:12 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Officials says negotiations with the driver lasted about four hours
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 7:11 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
A Central Maine museum is getting a boost of cash from another local organization as it works towards reopening its doors.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 5:07 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
We’re just a few days in to 2023, but the search is already underway for the Maine Teacher of the Year for 2024.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 5:27 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
When it comes to medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, every second counts.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 7:03 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
St. Joe's is purchasing new 3D equipment that hospital officials say are the most up-to-date machines on the market.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 6:45 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
According to Dr. Ehrhard, quality CPR administered in a timely fashion can make all the difference.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 7:25 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Seboeis Riverside Trail is located 15 miles northwest of Patten.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 6:34 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
No one expects emergencies to happen to them.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 5:23 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
TV5 is continuing our month-long series highlighting the important work of the American Red Cross.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 12:09 AM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Fire officials say smoke alarms helped prevent a tragic outcome following a fire in Bangor Thursday night.
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 5:17 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
One young boy from Winterport is proving to be a Christmas miracle in more ways than one.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 5:36 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
The new year will bring a new look to Downtown Bangor. Another long-time tenant has decided to close its doors next month. But, as some stores shut down, others are just getting started.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 5:26 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
In an effort to relieve some of the financial burden, the Belfast Soup Kitchen is offering free Christmas trees.
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 5:11 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
With Christmas just a few days away, some of us are still rushing around to finish the last of our holiday shopping.
Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 5:26 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
A boy from Winterport is making sure children who have to spend Christmas at one Portland hospital still have presents to unwrap.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 4:35 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten and Mark Rediker
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than by giving back? At one automotive manufacturing company in Brewer, employees are getting in on the generosity. This week, Somic America, Inc. is asking its workers to choose where its annual donation will go.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 5:08 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
TV5 is continuing our month-long series highlighting the important work of the American Red Cross.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 3:13 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
For a few years now, Quality Jewelers spends the month of December hiding gifts around Bangor and the surrounding towns for their Facebook followers to find. It’s a little game they call Finders Keepers.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 5:09 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Santa’s helpers are out in Old Town this year, but instead of having pointy ears and striped socks, these elves are in a different kind of uniform.
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 3:17 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
The suspension handed down to Kayla Alves will last nine months.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 6:50 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Steve Ismail spent more than nine months in the hospital following a crash
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 5:50 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
The deadline to drop off presents is December 16th so Penquis has enough time to get them to families.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 6:32 PM EST
|By Mark Rediker and Brittany McHatten
Wednesday marks 81 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 5:53 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
One advocate with Maine roots is leading the charge to make sure the nation’s homeless population is blanketed with love this holiday season.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 5:56 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
The City of Bangor is looking for anyone interested in working as a transit driver with the Community Connector.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 5:11 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
In the last 20 years, the Rotary Club of Bangor has hosted the Festival of Lights Parade.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 5:00 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
December 1st is World AIDS Day. The City of Ellsworth marked the occasion with a proclamation Thursday morning.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 3:54 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
The Bangor Area Homeless Shelter is preparing to open the doors to its overnight warming center starting next week.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 6:04 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
According to leaders at the Bangor Ballet, the company was so badly decimated by the COVID-19 pandemic they nearly shut down over the summer. Instead, thanks to some fresh ideas, they decided to forge ahead and keep the doors open.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 5:02 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
By definition, “surprise” means an unexpected or astonishing event, fact, or thing. It’s one of many words some students in Dover-Foxcroft can now look up thanks to a gift from a local organization.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 5:20 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
A party nearly three years in the making finally took place in Bangor Tuesday.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 12:39 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
A Robbinston man will spend 32 years in prison after admitting he killed a man by setting fire to his home.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 5:40 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
You’ve heard of Cyber Monday, but what about Cider Monday?
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 5:00 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Plaid Friday is a way to encourage customers to keep their money local on the biggest shopping day of the year.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 5:13 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
Thanksgiving may only be one day of the year, but for many the planning begins weeks in advance.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 6:14 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
A former Newport lawyer will spend two years behind bars for stealing thousands of dollars from a former client.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 1:43 PM EST
|By Brittany McHatten
For those in Downeast Maine, there’s a new option to getting rid of unwanted or expired medications.
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