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Local
Maine-ly Apples Orchard celebrates 40 years of business
Updated: 17 hours ago
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By
Sierra Whaley
There’s a rich history behind Maine-ly Apples in Dixmont.
Local
Aroma Joe’s celebrates National Coffee Day with free coffee
Updated: 22 hours ago
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By
Brittany McHatten
If you noticed some people had an extra pep in their step Friday, there’s a good reason why.
Local
Brewer gift shop returns to its roots
Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:31 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
The City of Brewer held a homecoming Thursday afternoon for one of its own.
News
Dover-Foxcroft bakery offers world tour of flavors
Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 4:52 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
Vail’s on East Main Street already specializes in custom cakes and Icelandic treats, but owners are expanding their palate.
Local
Woman begins wood carving business after leaving her old job
Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
One woman from Central Maine quit her job and decided to pursue a passion that she didn’t know she had.
News
Maine artisans gain more representation through Bangor shop
Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:10 PM EDT
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By
Sierra Whaley
The Maine Micro Artisans shop is now located in the Bangor Mall.
Local
Jason’s New York Style Pizza Stillwater location opens Saturday
Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
For about 15 years Jason’s Pizza has been eyeing a location near Stillwater Avenue in Bangor.
News
Hermon convenience store reopens under new name
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 5:27 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
After more than 100 years in business, the oldest convenience store in Hermon has new life.
News
Moving to Work federal program gives BangorHousing more financial freedom
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:05 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
BangorHousing Authority Executive Director Mike Myatt says, "We're not in the housing business, we're in the people business."
Local
JB Hair Fashions celebrates 40th birthday with month-long ‘80s party
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 4:40 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
One Bangor salon is going back to their roots to celebrate how much they’ve grown.
Daily Forecast
Local
Central Maine stained glass shop approaching 50 years in business
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 6:35 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
One Central Maine shop is approaching a major milestone.
Local
New Orono tattoo shop offers organic and vegan approach
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By
Kaddie Sharpe
There’s a new tattoo shop in Orono. But this one’s a little different from others.
Local
Gifford’s plant in Skowhegan hopes to start making ice cream again this fall
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 6:31 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
The wait for the return of multiple Gifford’s ice cream flavors should be over soon.
Local
Recipe for success! Northport bakery donates thousands to Belfast Soup Kitchen
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 4:15 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
A Waldo County business is following through on its promise to help the community.
Local
Work underway at site of new restaurant in Bangor
Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
Work is underway at the site where a new restaurant will soon be built on Hogan Road in Bangor.
Local
Fresh Start plans new recovery location on Center St.
Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
100 Center St. will now serve as a space for housing, counseling, social and medical detox services and above all, recovery.
Local
Penobscot Theatre Company celebrating 50 years in business
Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 5:52 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
To celebrate 50 years, Penobscot Theatre Company is bringing back some old favorites as well as some brand new shows.
Local
Bangor’s El Dorado Tattoos offers ink from artists across the country
Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 6:46 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
El Dorado has a full schedule of visiting artists from across the country in the coming months.
News
Foreclosure auction for Orrington trash processing plant postponed again
Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 6:34 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
A foreclosure auction for the trash processing plant in Orrington has been postponed, again.
Local
Maine bed and breakfast named among the most ‘unforgettable’ in the country
Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 1:11 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
A Maine bed and breakfast has been ranked among those across the country that do not disappoint!
Health
Registered nurse opens foot care clinic in Hampden
Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 5:32 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
A local nurse is taking the next step in her career and opening a foot care clinic in Hampden.
Local
U.S. Small Business Administration visits Bangor business for 70th anniversary
Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 5:27 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
The U.S. Small Business Administration is turning 70!
Local
Hermon’s C & K Variety Store owners prepare for new beginnings
Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By
Sierra Whaley
C & K Variety store at the Hermon Corner off Route 2 is finally being torn down.
News
Maine’s first Costco is taking shape, now set to open this year
Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 12:10 PM EDT
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By
WMTW
The first Costco store in Maine is taking shape in Scarborough.
Agriculture
Maine peach grower sees no fruit this year, but works towards future crops
Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By
Kaddie Sharpe
With increased wind and rain, this year’s weather in Maine has been a challenge.
Local
Waterfront concerts, music to Bangor businesses ears
Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 2:28 PM EDT
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By
Brian Sullivan
The city of Bangor is sure to come alive Friday night with thousands of concertgoers arriving to take in a show at the waterfront.
Agriculture
Holden farm invites the community in for dinner series
Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
Over the past few years, a couple in Holden has been hard at work breathing new life into a historic farm.
Local
Palomas Gifts to hold grand opening on Friday
Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
A new business in Bangor is getting ready for its grand opening Friday.
Economy
Ellsworth goes from ‘gateway’ to destination
Updated: Aug. 7, 2023 at 6:31 PM EDT
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By
Kaddie Sharpe
Ellsworth is seeing another shift in tourism.
Local
Ellsworth Rotary to hold Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 5:55 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
Maine’s iconic, native berry is being celebrated this weekend.
Local
‘Authentic Maine Town’ sign beckons Bar Harbor tourists to Bucksport
Updated: Jul. 31, 2023 at 5:47 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
For years, Bar Harbor-bound travelers have made their way up Maine’s coast, crossed over the Eastern Channel Bridge from Verona Island, and continued right on Route 1 in Bucksport.
Local
Bangor movie theater reopening under new ownership
Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
A longtime movie theater on the Odlin Road in Bangor has new owners.
Local
New cut flower business blooming in Orono
Updated: Jul. 26, 2023 at 6:32 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
There’s a new business blooming in Orono.
Entertainment
Mini golf course opens in Southwest Harbor
Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By
Alyssa Thurlow
There’s a new mini golf course on Mount Desert Island.
Local
Bangor sandwich shop latest small business looking for employees
Updated: Jul. 17, 2023 at 6:22 PM EDT
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By
Morgan Sturdivant
We stopped by the Legacy Sandwich at 163 State Street Monday afternoon after a busy day.
Local
Brewer catering spot is open for lunch
Updated: Jul. 17, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT
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By
Kaddie Sharpe
Southern Spoon in Brewer is cookin’ up some southern flavor.
Local
Dedham summer hot spot is closed for the season, but not for good
Updated: Jul. 12, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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By
Kaddie Sharpe
If you’ve driven by Jenkin’s Beach recently, you may see a few concerning signs.
Business
Whoopee Wagon finds a home in Bangor
Updated: Jul. 11, 2023 at 5:37 PM EDT
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By
Kaddie Sharpe
A new sweet spot is coming to town!
Local
Benjamin’s Pub to put on Kickoff to the Summer Cornhole Tournament
Updated: Jul. 6, 2023 at 5:50 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
Benjamin’s Pub is hosting a cornhole tournament Friday night.
Business
The Black Sheep brings creative edge to handheld classics
Updated: Jul. 6, 2023 at 5:14 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
Two brothers are cooking up classic dishes with a bit of edge inside their new food truck.
Local
Unique partnership hopes to restart shuttered Hampden waste facility
Updated: Jul. 3, 2023 at 2:34 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
More than three years after it closed down, the Hampden waste disposal plant could be up and running by 2024
Business
Rockland chef elevates hot dogs at The Excellent Dog grand opening
Updated: Jun. 30, 2023 at 9:31 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
The Excellent Dog held its grand opening Friday, offering Rockland residents a new way to enjoy an iconic summer staple: hot dogs!
Local
Homeport Inn and Tavern opens beer garden to celebrate one year of business
Updated: Jun. 29, 2023 at 5:28 PM EDT
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By
Connor Magliozzi
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday to usher in the tavern’s latest addition.
Local
Board of Together Place in Bangor hires new executive director
Updated: Jun. 28, 2023 at 9:31 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
The incoming executive director has overcome homelessness and a dual diagnosis to be where she is today.
Business
Orono favorite passes ownership to Bangor’s Moe’s BBQ owner
Updated: Jun. 28, 2023 at 6:25 PM EDT
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By
Sierra Whaley
A popular Orono restaurant that has served customers for 18 years will soon be in the hands of a new owner.
Business
Thunder Road Farm gears up for another season of ‘U-Pick’ strawberries
Updated: Jun. 28, 2023 at 5:09 PM EDT
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By
Grace Bradley
What says summer better than fresh fruit and family fun?
News
Zeppas Pizzeria helping to find shelter dog home
Updated: Jun. 27, 2023 at 6:37 PM EDT
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By
Angela Luna
Zeppas Pizzeria has a soft spot for dogs, especially for shelter dogs like Bagheera who has been at the Bangor Humane Society for over a year.
Business
June 28 is Lobster Roll Day at Governor’s Restaurant
Updated: Jun. 27, 2023 at 11:46 AM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
Governor’s Restaurant is hosting its annual Lobster Roll Day on Wednesday.
Local
Orono Public Library planning for massive expansion
Updated: Jun. 26, 2023 at 7:03 PM EDT
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By
Brittany McHatten
The Orono Public Library is getting ready for its next chapter.
Politics
Mills signs bill that changes regulations regarding tip pooling
Updated: Jun. 22, 2023 at 5:37 PM EDT
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By
WABI News Desk
Gov. Janet Mills has signed a bill into law that is designed to benefit both restaurants and workers by changing regulations regarding tip pooling.
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