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Snowcross Fun in Bangor [PHOTOS]
For the first time in 30 years snowmobile racing took place at Bass Park in Bangor as the East Coast Snocross season kicked off with the Paul Bunyan Invitational. Fans got to witness two full days of racing that included some of the top racers in the United States and Canada, as well as many form the State of Maine that participated...
Peaceful End to Auburn Standoff
Auburn Police say this afternoon (Jan. 11) around 1pm, a man called saying he was suicidal. Police were able to get the man, at a home near Chickadee Drive, to exit peacefully.
10-Year-Old Detroit Lions Fan Cheated Out of Contest at Dallas Cowboys Game [VIDEO]
A family from Amarillo took their 10 year-old son Roman to last weekend's football game at AT&T stadium between the Cowboys and Lions. The tickets were a surprise from Roman's grandma because he is a huge Detroit Lions fan.
Augusta Police Looking for Your Help to ID Robbery Suspect
The Augusta Police Department is looking for your help following an assault at the Stone Street Big Apple this past (Jan. 7) Wednesday. Do you recognize the male suspect?
Gov. Paul LePage Budget Proposal
Maine Gov. Paul LePage has presented a $6.3 billion budget. It proposes cutting income taxes and eliminating the estate tax. The budget outlines partially paying for both measures with a broader and higher sales tax.
Everyone Safe After Early Morning Winthrop Fire
There was a fire in Winthrop (Jan. 10) this morning just after 8 am. The Rt. 100 apartment blaze is believed to have started when a basement heater caught fire.
Edgecomb Educator Up for $1 Million Dollar Teaching Prize
Nancie Atwell is one of 50 finalists for an international teaching prize. She teaches at the Center for Teaching and Learning, a K-8 school in Edgecomb. Atwell, a teacher since 1973. In 1990 she founded the Center for Teaching and Learning, a demonstration school where the faculty develops effective methods and shares them with other educators. She is also She is also the author of nine books for
New radioPup Update Adds Alarm Clock, Sleep Timer + More
Listening to B98.5 on the go just got ever better! A new update (version 3.0) for our mobile listening app radioPup has added some great new features listeners have been clamoring for, including the ability to wake up to your favorite radio station each morning.
Overnight Windsor Police Standoff Ends
State police and Kennebec County sheriffs were called to the Barton Road in Windsor last night (Jan. 9) when relatives of Wayne Bland said he was suicidal after taking a number of pills.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Mid-Maine Ready for Annual ‘Bowl for Kids’ Sake’
Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Mid-Maine is such a great organization. They provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Jury Selection Underway in Murder Trial for Former New England Patriot, Aaron Hernandez
Jury selection for the Aaron Hernandez murder trial began today (Jan. 9.) The former New England Patriots tight end is accused of killing 27-year-old Odin Lloyd in June 2013 in an industrial park in North Attleborough. He has pleaded not guilty...
Boston Selected By U.S. Olympic Committee
Boston is one step closer to hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics after its selection by the U.S. Olympic committee as their choice to present to the International committee.
Maine Governor Paul LePage’s Inauguration Speech
Governor Paul LePage was inaugurated for his second term today (Jan. 7) at the Augusta Civic Center. in case you missed it, here is his whole speech.
‘In Loving Memory’ – Video Remembrance of Ghislain “Gus” and Casey Cloutier
A very touching video has been produced remembering Ghislain "Gus" and Casey Cloutier of Winthrop. The father and son died in a car crash in Leeds on Dec. 30.
The Cloutiers were headed from their Winthrop home to catch a bus in Auburn so Casey, 14, a student at St...
Lewiston Woman Makes First Court Appearance Accused of Setting 2 Apartment Fires That Left 12 Homeless
Jackie McBurnie made her first court appearance on this morning (Jan. 7) accused of setting her apartment on fire in Lewiston. Her lawyer argued that she suffers from multiple psychological disorders.
Baseball Hall of Fame Inducts Pedro Martinez and 3 Other New Members for 2015 Class — Who Are They?
The National Baseball Hall of Fame has welcomed its newest members.