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Day's Jewelers

Day’s Jewelers participating in 6th annual Jewelers for Children Day

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 3:08 PM EDT
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By Alyssa Thurlow
Jewelers across the country will be helping children in need raising awareness and funds for a number of charities.

Community

Ecotat Gardens and Arboretum

Hermon park gets new picnic area built by Eagle Scout

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:09 PM EDT
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By Grace Bradley
Ecotat Gardens and Arboretum on Annis Road in Hermon has a new picnic area, all thanks to 18-year-old Boy Scout James Raleigh.

News

Wayne's Wiffle for a Wish donates $27,100 to Make a Wish Maine

Wayne’s Wiffle for a Wish donates $27,100 to Make a Wish Maine

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 6:19 PM EDT
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By Connor Magliozzi
Some local families deserving of positivity will be getting just that thanks in part to a donation from what’s become a tradition in the area.

News

Partners for peace

Partners for Peace plans gala to celebrate 50th anniversary

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:14 PM EDT
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By Brittany McHatten
A local nonprofit is celebrating 50 years and is inviting you to the party.

Community

Talk Like A Pirate Day

Talk Like A Pirate Day

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 8:17 PM EDT
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By Brian Sullivan
Sept. 19 is Talk Like A Pirate Day.

Community

Maine Association of Realtors

Maine Association of Realtors kick off Community Action Days with Veazie clean-up

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By Grace Bradley
Maine Association of Realtors is going out and picking up around the community.

Community

Autumn Gold in Ellsworth

Ellsworth shines with return of Autumn Gold decorating contest

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 5:21 PM EDT
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By Brittany McHatten
One Downeast community is looking as good as gold this time of year.

News

500 runners and walkers gathered at Broadway Park in Bangor for a community 10K and 5K runs, a...

5th annual Commit to Get Fit promotes SAFE program at St. Joseph Hospital

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 3:30 PM EDT
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By Joy Hollowell
Commit to Get Fit once again taking place this Sunday at Broadway Park in Bangor

Community

Runners and walkers gathered at Broadway Park in Bangor for a community 10K and 5K runs, a 5K...

Commit to Get Fit 5K/10K Race taking place Sunday in Bangor

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 11:35 AM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
St. Joseph Heathcare again sponsoring its Commit to Get Fit 5K/10K and Kids Obstacle Course Sunday at Broadway Park in Bangor

Community

Capt. Ralph "Edward" Lewis

Dover-Foxcroft community celebrating memory of retired fire captain

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:02 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
The town of Dover-Foxcroft will be celebrating a beloved member of the community this weekend.
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TV5 Book Club

Author Robin Wood discusses biography memoir hybrid ‘The Field House’

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Author Robin Wood joins TV5 to discuss her book “The Field house” A Writer life lost and found on an island in Maine.

TV5 Book Club

Maine author shares her story in ‘The Angle of Flickering Light’

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 5:03 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Gina Troisi is the author of the memoir “The Angle of Flickering Light.”

Community

Moe’s BBQ raises $8K for Orono man whose home was destroyed

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 5:51 PM EDT
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By Brian Sullivan
A Bangor restaurant is coming to the aid of a man who recently lost his house in a fire.

Community

Artist collaborates with over 80 Blue Hill residents for art installation

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 5:40 PM EDT
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By Grace Bradley
Titled “In Times We Gather,” over 100 community members contributed to its creation and installation.

TV5 Book Club

Emma G. Rose discusses new book and upcoming ventures

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 6:14 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Author, podcast host, and publisher, Emma G. Rose, discusses new book “On the Bank of Oblivion”, as well as other books and upcoming ventures.

Community

Penobscot County Cares hosts online forum

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 2:14 PM EDT
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By Kaddie Sharpe
Folks around Maine gathered online for an Overdose Awareness Forum on Wednesday.

News

Habitat for Humanity of Waldo County selects sixth partner family

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 8:47 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
"This is a dream come true for us, we wouldn’t have been able to do it on our own so we’re just really thankful and just feel really blessed.”

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

After decades of trying, Mainer gets book published weeks before his death

Updated: Aug. 25, 2023 at 5:23 PM EDT
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By Brittany McHatten
If you knew your time on Earth was running short, what’s the one last thing you’d like to accomplish?

Community

Book discussion in Downtown Bangor talks about letters that inspired leadership

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 10:38 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
The book discusses leadership and connection between Mills and Ashirah Knapp.

Community

Holden boy driving away hunger with mini golf fundraiser

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 5:56 PM EDT
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By Kaddie Sharpe
Traditions Mini Golf Course in Holden is hosting D-Max’s Mini Golf Fundraiser this Wednesday.

Local

Penobscot County Commissioners award ARPA grants

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 5:38 PM EDT
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By Kaddie Sharpe
These funds are to assist with various projects for the organizations,

News

Penobscot Nation holds groundbreaking ceremony for new community center

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 6:06 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
The Chief of the Penobscot Nation also said the center will serve as a highlight to their culture, and provide a place for their tribal court system, administration, and tribal leadership.

News

UMaine alumna writes book celebrating curly hair

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 5:15 PM EDT
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By Brittany McHatten
During her time at UMaine, Bella Swan fit right in on the court with the Black Bears. But growing up, she didn’t always feel that way.

As Seen At 4PM

Author and therapist Susan E. Casey discusses her book “Rock on”

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 4:37 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Author and therapist Susan E. Casey joins Tv5 to discuss her book “Rock on” Mining for joy in the deep river of sibling grief.

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.

TV5 Book Club

Bangor high school teacher discusses book ‘Mythical Creatures of Maine’

Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 5:06 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Maine author Chris Packard joins TV5 to talk about his book “Mythical Creatures of Maine” Fantastic Beasts from Legend and Folklore.

News

Family owned & operated business celebrates 70 years in Bangor

Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 4:14 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
"It's kind of come full circle, now I'm the dad looking over the shoulder of the son," said Dr. Robert Brookings.

TV5 Book Club

Maine author’s novel ‘The Ghost Trap’ to be released as a film

Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 6:27 PM EDT
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By Connor Magliozzi
A release date has yet to be announced for the film adaptation of one Maine author’s novel.

News

3rd annual ‘Riders to End the War Within’ ride takes off this weekend

Updated: Aug. 2, 2023 at 4:24 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
For the last several years a local group has worked to help veterans and first responders with their mental health, ensuring they know they're not alone.

News

Umbrella Sky Launch party crowded the streets of Downtown Bangor

Updated: Jul. 31, 2023 at 8:54 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical center and the Downtown Bangor partnership joined forces to bring this art installation to the Queen City and held a launch party.

Community

Police in Bangor plan ‘Coffee with a Cop’

Updated: Jul. 31, 2023 at 5:10 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Building connections in the Bangor community one cup of coffee at a time.

Community

‘Bryan’s Ride’ raises money for kid’s scholarships

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
A family is honoring their son who tragically passed away by holding a motorcycle ride and community gathering for a second year in a row.

Community

Dakin Pool’s entrance fees covered July 31 - Aug. 5

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 5:39 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
A campaign that supports the Dakin Pool announced some exciting news for the remainder of summer.

TV5 Book Club

TV5 Book Club: illustrator Shelby Crouse

Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 5:07 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Illustrator Shelby Crouse joins TV5 to talk about her illustrations for the book “The Lobster Lady” and upcoming book “Spencer: Boston’s Beloved Marathon Dog”.

Community

Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Auction now starts Friday due to weather

Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 1:35 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
The 73rd annual Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Auction that was supposed to start Thursday night has been pushed back a day due to the weather.

News

29th annual neighborhood block party brings hundreds of locals together

Updated: Jul. 25, 2023 at 8:55 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
“It’s breathtaking,” said Mindy Doughty, club manager for Bangor Sam’s Club.

News

Northern Light & Downtown Bangor Partnership brings ‘Umbrella Sky Launch’ downtown

Updated: Jul. 25, 2023 at 6:23 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
The Umbrella Sky project was launched by Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and the Downtown Bangor Partnership.

News

Aroma Joe’s in Unity celebrates opening by giving back to the community

Updated: Jul. 21, 2023 at 8:00 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
The new location in Unity will be open 7 days a week from 5AM to 9PM.

News

Town of Glenburn hosts 1st Lakeside Music Series of the summer

Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 9:06 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley and Morgan Sturdivant
The event is hosted by the Glenburn Parks and Recreation department and the director said she’s excited to give the town an event that truly backs the community.

TV5 Book Club

Author Brook Merrow talks about her novel ‘Trapped’

Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 5:01 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Maine native and author, Brook Merrow joins TV5 to talk about her first novel “Trapped”.

News

Tim Emery Municipal pool in Bucksport now open after repairs

Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 4:13 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
Earlier in the Summer, officials noticed the pool lost significant amounts of water which led to a team effort by the town, Down East Family YMCA, and Mike's Pool Company.

Community

Old Town hosts 1st Free Community BBQ & Movie Night

Updated: Jul. 13, 2023 at 10:43 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
Locals had the pleasure of listening to tunes by the 195th Army Band while they were on tour.

As Seen At 4PM

Maine author Jon McCarthy discusses the McGinn Family Saga

Updated: Jul. 13, 2023 at 5:02 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Author, and Maine native, Jon McCarthy joins TV5 to discuss his book series the McGinn Family Saga.

TV5 Book Club

Author Laurie Graves discusses The Great Library Series

Updated: Jul. 6, 2023 at 6:37 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Laurie Graves is the author of the The Great Library Series.

Community

Bangor woman receives Toastmaster Lifetime Learner Award ahead of 100th birthday

Updated: Jul. 5, 2023 at 10:36 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
Mary Hunter joined friends from Bangor's Toastmasters Club to celebrate her 100th birthday

Community

Spiral Goddess Collective focuses fitness & wholesome practices

Updated: Jul. 3, 2023 at 3:14 PM EDT
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By Sierra Whaley
Local yoga studio extends wellness services to the community.

TV5 Book Club

Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Barbara Walsh talks about her books

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023 at 7:04 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Barbara Walsh is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and author.

TV5 Book Club

Maine author writes children’s books ‘The Rag Doll Gift’ and ‘Say Cheese! A to Z’

Updated: Jun. 22, 2023 at 5:17 PM EDT
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By WABI News Desk
Local childrens book author, Karen Toothaker joins TV5 to talk about her books “The Rag Doll Gift” and “Say Cheese! A to Z”.

Community

Brewer non-profit needs help storing pet supply donations

Updated: Jun. 20, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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By Kaddie Sharpe
One small spot in Brewer is running a large operation.
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