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There are more than 100,000 veterans in Maine, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is...

Here’s how a government shutdown would impact more than 100,000 veterans in Maine

Updated: 8 hours ago

By WMTW

Congress has yet to reach a deal to keep the government open.

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Ellsworth debuts new police station

Updated: 16 hours ago

By Marleigha Clipston

The Ellsworth police department is moving to a new upgraded location.

Court

Monmouth woman sentenced to 40 years for sex crimes against children

Updated: 18 hours ago

By WABI News Desk

A Monmouth woman was sentenced to 40 years for multiple sex crimes against children.

News

National Guard show sky-high appreciation for employers of servicemen & women

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Grace Bradley

Those who serve in the National Guard and Reserve make frequent sacrifices, but so do their civilian employers.

As Seen At 4PM

Upcoming events for Collins Center, Bangor Symphony Orchestra

Updated: 18 hours ago

By WABI News Desk

TV5 speaks with the brilliant minds charged with running the Collins Center for the Arts and the Bangor Symphony Orchestra about what’s coming up.

Local

Maine-ly Apples Orchard celebrates 40 years of business

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Sierra Whaley

There’s a rich history behind Maine-ly Apples in Dixmont.

News

Waterfront Concerts’ social media star keeps the clicks coming

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Brittany McHatten

You may not recognize her face, but if you follow Maine Savings Amphitheater on Facebook, you’ve surely seen her work.

Politics

‘Right to Repair’: Mechanics push for diagnostic data, manufacturers call it a ‘privacy threat’

Updated: 19 hours ago

By WMTW

On Election Day, Maine voters will decide on Question 4, An Act Regarding Automotive Right to Repair.

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U.S. Navy to commission the USS Augusta

Updated: 19 hours ago

By WABI News Desk

The USS Augusta is being commissioned into the U.S. Navy this weekend.

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Mills administration awards $2.4 million to 53 Maine communities for climate change initiatives

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Kodichi Lawrence

Mills administration awards $2.4 million to 53 Maine communities for climate change initiatives

Daily Forecast

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Hight Family of Dealership host annual first responder barbecue

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Kodichi Lawrence

Hight Family of Dealership host annual first responder barbecue

Crime

Fairfield man arrested after drugs, guns uncovered at his home

Updated: 20 hours ago

By WABI News Desk

Goodwin was taken to the Somerset County Jail.

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Heart of Maine United Way has big fundraising goals this year

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Brian Sullivan

One organization’s annual quest to help more than 100,000 people is officially underway.

News

‘Devastating’ fire destroys businesses, priceless art in Port Clyde

Updated: 22 hours ago

By WMTW

Crews from several towns were called just before midnight Thursday morning to battle a fire in Port Clyde. The fire was along the waterfront and involved several buildings.

Local

Aroma Joe’s celebrates National Coffee Day with free coffee

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Brittany McHatten

If you noticed some people had an extra pep in their step Friday, there’s a good reason why.

State

Question 1 requires Maine voters to approve borrowing billions to launch a consumer-owned utility

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 9:02 AM EDT

By WMTW

Question 1 would require Maine voters to approve the future buyout price and amount to be borrowed - if more than $1 billion in debt would be incurred to take over CMP and Versant.

Environment

York distillery’s application to expand denied amid concerns of whiskey fungus

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 7:03 AM EDT

By WMTW

The decision is based on the many neighbors who say the distillery has created whiskey fungus that has spread on their properties.

News

Police identify victim in deadly crash in Alton

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:38 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

No other details about the crash have been released at this time.

News

Mercury Marine announces recipient of $10,000 grant

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:22 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

A company that makes recreational marine engines is giving a big gift to a local technical school

Education

Cybersecurity and IT Registered Apprenticeship Program launches at UMA

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:19 PM EDT

By Connor Magliozzi

The University of Maine at Augusta and the Maine Department of Labor have announced a new Cybersecurity and IT Registered Apprenticeship Program.

News

Downtown Waterville welcomes new jewelry business to the strip

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT

By Kodichi Lawrence

Downtown Waterville welcomes new jewelry business to the strip

TV5 Book Club

Author Amy Carpenter discusses ‘Be Strong, Be Wise’ series

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:08 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

Author Amy Carpenter joins TV5 to discuss her book series “Be Strong, Be Wise”.

News

New York based chefs promote their culinary collective at Colby College

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:06 PM EDT

By Kodichi Lawrence

New York based Chefs promote their culinary collective at Colby College

News

Former Maine Legislature candidate pleads guilty to unsworn falsification

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:59 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

A former candidate for the Maine Legislature pleaded guilty on Thursday to two counts of unsworn falsification.

Court

4 indicted in connection with illegal marijuana operation in Carmel

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:47 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

Four men have been indicted in connection with an illegal marijuana operation in Carmel.

Local

Brewer gift shop returns to its roots

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:31 PM EDT

By Brittany McHatten

The City of Brewer held a homecoming Thursday afternoon for one of its own.

News

USDA to issue over $1.75 billion through critical emergency relief programs

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:17 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

The USDA announced it will begin issuing more then $1.75 billion through critical emergency relief programs.

News

The Bangor Area Comprehensive Transportation System asks for input

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:12 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

The Bangor Area Comprehensive Transportation System is asking for your input on their latest plan.

News

Dover-Foxcroft bakery offers world tour of flavors

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 4:52 PM EDT

By Grace Bradley

Vail’s on East Main Street already specializes in custom cakes and Icelandic treats, but owners are expanding their palate.

News

Partners for Peace to celebrate 50 years with anniversary event

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 4:43 PM EDT

By WABI News Desk

Executive Director for Partners for Peace, Amanda Cost, joins TV5 to discuss upcoming 50 year anniversary event.

News

Brewer native received Direct Support Professional Award for service in the community

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 3:56 PM EDT

By Sierra Whaley

There were a lot of smiles and singing at Amicus in Bangor, which is a usual thing.

News

Man who murdered pregnant wife in Bangor wants to file motion 17 years after deadline

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 3:39 PM EDT

By Brittany McHatten

A man who stabbed his pregnant wife to death in Bangor more than 20 years ago went back before a judge Thursday morning.

Court

Holden man indicted after Brewer hit-and-run

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:51 AM EDT

By WABI News Desk

A Holden man has been indicted for multiple charges after authorities say he hit a pedestrian in July and left the scene.

Regional

2nd New Hampshire man charged in 2-year-old boy’s fentanyl death

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:46 AM EDT

By The Associated Press

A second New Hampshire man has been charged in connection with the death of a 2-year-old boy who was exposed to fentanyl.

News

Governor Janet Mills explains her opposition to a consumer-owned utility for Maine

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:55 AM EDT

By WMTW

Mills also fears the change could slow Maine’s conversion from fossil fuels as an electricity source, particularly natural gas, to clean renewables.

News

Thousands of Maine families at risk of losing key food benefit in government shutdown

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:47 AM EDT

By WMTW

In Maine, around 18,500 people receive WIC benefits. Advocates say losing those benefits would be another setback for families.

News

Man accused of street racing before deadly Turner crash arrested again for alleged speeding

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:31 AM EDT

By WMTW

In Androscoggin County Court Wednesday, Jacob Diaz pleaded not guilty to charges including criminal speeding.

News

‘I just want to be here with him’: Orrington mom needs kidney donor

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 6:30 PM EDT

By Morgan Sturdivant

An Orrington mother and her family are asking for help -- she needs a kidney.

Local

Woman begins wood carving business after leaving her old job

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 5:57 PM EDT

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

Bangor Police say dangerous driving in school zones is increasing

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT

By Brittany McHatten

School has been back in session for a few weeks now, but Bangor Police say drivers are the ones who need to learn a lesson.

Community

Maine Development Foundation awards community leaders during annual meeting

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 5:23 PM EDT

By Sierra Whaley

A non-profit organization that focuses on the growth of businesses and communities in Maine held their annual meeting at the Hilton Garden Inn in Bangor.

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