The celebration of local beer and other products is expected to draw people from around the country to sample beverages from 24 Maine producers.
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Piscataqua River Bridge reopens after police shooting on I-95
The bridge was shut down Thursday morning after police shot and killed a man on I-95, later finding an 8-year-old child dead inside the man’s car.
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Police say man pointed gun at troopers before he was shot and fell from Piscataqua River Bridge
The man, who has not been identified, is accused of killing a woman in Troy, New Hampshire. An 8-year-old boy was found dead in his car. Police said the boy was not shot by officers.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Acadia-related spending drops for second year as fewer people visit
The number of visitors and how much they’re spending on hotels and restaurants has been dropping since 2021, but the numbers are still much higher than they were before the pandemic.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Mainers may see more savings from using electricity during off hours
Regulators say expanding time-of-use rates to the supply side of electric bills could cut costs and take pressure off the grid. Currently, customers can only save on delivery costs when they use electricity early in the morning or late at night.
Posted inMaine, News
Scientists express concern about scale of foam spill, the latest in a long, dirty history at former base
The high concentration and range of toxic forever chemicals in last week’s spill raises health and environmental concerns, and is putting pressure on the state to expand testing and protect public health.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
Auburn starts the school year with 23 new teachers
Student enrollment numbers are up from last year, Superintendent Susan Dorris said. Replacement of the Edward Little High School’s gym floor is scheduled for Oct. 15.
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‘It’s what a fair should be’: Volunteers in overdrive a week before Litchfield Fair
The fair runs Sept. 6, 7 and 8.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Auburn man appears in court for charge related to crack deals
Federal agents say Pierre Calhoun made three drug sales earlier this year to an undercover buyer in Lewiston.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Finalists announced for 2025 Maine Teacher of the Year award
The winner, who will be announced in October, will go on to represent Maine in the National Teacher of the Year program.