MaineDOT to Replace Crocker Brook Bridge in Dixmont

DIXMONT- May 7, 2026 - Starting May 18, the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) will begin replacing the Crocker Brook Bridge with a precast box culvert.

During the project, one-way alternating traffic will be in place on U.S. 202 (Western Avenue) in Dixmont near Crocker Brook.

The contractor for this project is Wyman and Simpson of Richmond, Maine.

The contract amount is $1,752,444.00.

MaineDOT to Replace Railroad Crossing in Rockland

ROCKLAND- May 5, 2026 - The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) will conduct work to replace a railroad crossing with a new concrete crossing in Rockland from May 13 to May 15.

During this time, South Main Street in Rockland will be closed to traffic. Drivers should follow the detour signs on site.

Traffic will be detoured around local roads: Mechanic Street, Crescent Street, Scott Street, and Ocean Street.

Message boards will be used to warn drivers of the closure. This project will improve the current railroad crossing and allow for a smoother transition for vehicle traffic traveling through the crossing.

The contractor on this project is Maine Track Maintenance.

BREAKING: Firefighters Working To Put Out Warren Main Street Fire

9:49am Friday: Three people in yesterday's fire were taken to Pen Bay, largely as a precaution.

Cause has yet to be determined.

9:35am: One person had to jump from the second story to escape the fire according to a caller into 911 dispatch.

The fire was reported around 6am this morning, Thursday, April 30th, 2026.

Assisting Warren fire department were Thomaston, Waldoboro and Union.

Fire marshal was contacted.

8:40am: Firefighters are currently doing overhaul.

BREAKING: Firefighters are currently working to put out a fire at 288 Main Street in Warren, Maine.

By the scene, white smoke was coming from the structure.

Main Street by 4 Rod Rd. and Union street by the bridge is closed.

MaineHealth Pediatrics Belfast to Host Open House May 5

BELFAST, Maine – MaineHealth Pediatrics - Belfast, located at 9 Fahy St. will host an open house Tuesday, May 5, from 4 to 6 pm. 

The open house offers an opportunity to meet new pediatrician Carolyn Stwertka, MD and family nurse practitioner, Ellen Pileski. Activities for children will be available and light refreshments will be served. 

“We look forward to welcoming the community to meet our providers and learn more about the services we offer locally,” said Christina Matson, manager of practice operations for MaineHealth Pediatrics Belfast. 

MaineHealth Pediatrics Belfast is currently accepting new patients. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call the practice at 207-505-3600 or visit MaineHealth Pediatrics - Belfast. 

Senator Collins Announces Release of More than $4.3 Million in Additional Federal Home Heating Aid for Mainers

Release of funding follows bipartisan letter to OMB led by Senators Collins, Reed, and Murkowski urging immediate release of remaining LIHEAP funding.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced today that $427,400,000 million in Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding has been released, with $4,375,915 being allocated for the State of Maine. 

This release of funding follows a letter to OMB last week led by Senators Collins, Jack