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The following are Tuesday June 29th Mid Coast Babe Ruth League results.
Granite Coast 3, P.G. Willey 0 (Game 1)
P.G. Willey 11, Granite Coast 10 (Game 2)
Waldoboro 6, Damariscotta Lions 2
Standings
Rockland Ford 7-1
Waldoboro 7-1
Damariscotta Lions 4-4
Granite Coast 2-7
PG Willey 1-8
Upcoming Games
Thursday July 1st
Rockland Ford at Waldoboro at Begley Field, Waldoboro at 5:30 PM
Granite Coast at Damariscotta Lions at Lincoln Academy at 5:30 PM
P.G. Willey Bye
Tuesday July 6th
Damariscotta Lions at Rockland Ford at Morrill Field at 5:30 PM
Waldoboro at P.G. Willey at Marge Jones Complex in Rockland at 5:30 PM
Granite Coast Bye
END OF REGULAR SEASON
HOPE for Afghan SIVs Act Would Temporarily Waive Medical Examination Requirements for SIV Applicants
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) tonight voted for the Honoring Our Promises through Expedition (HOPE) for Afghan Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) Act of 2021. Pingree is a cosponsor of this bipartisan legislation, which would waive the requirement for Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) applicants to undergo a medical examination in Afghanistan before receiving their visa and coming to the United States. You can find bill text here.
“Local Afghan interpreters, advisers, and
As Member of House Appropriations Committee, 1st District Congresswoman Advocated for Inclusion of Additional DDG-51 in FY2022 Budget
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (ME-01), member of the House Appropriations Committe, today welcomed the restoration of funding for a second DDG-51 Flight III destroyer that had been removed from the President’s Budget Request, highlighting the need for this funding to produce reliable ships for the Navy and to U.S. protect national security.
“Anyone who has been to Bath Iron Works knows
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Community Wood Facilities Assistance Act. The bipartisan bill would make it easier to develop sustainable wood products and energy from biomass derived from small-diameter timber left over from forest thinning projects, ultimately helping to spur new economic activity and protect forests.
“Throughout Maine’s history, our forest products
Click HERE to watch Sen. Collins’ Q&A with Admiral Gilday.
Washington, D.C.—At a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, U.S. Senator Susan Collins spoke with Admiral Michael Gilday, the Chief of Naval Operations, about Dry Dock #1 at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery. The project was included in the Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program, underscoring its vital importance to national security.
Last year, with Senator Collins’ support, Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) announced that Senators King, Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) have introduced the Drug-price Transparency for Competition (DTC) Act, a bill that would require price disclosures on advertisements for prescription drugs, in order to inform patients and reduce spending on medications. Specifically, the DTC Act would require DTC advertisements for prescription drugs and biological products to include a disclosure of the list price, so that patients can weigh options when inundated with drug commercials. The Senators’ legislation comes on the heels of a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report which found direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertisements of prescription drugs contribute to an enormous amount of Medicare costs.
“For decades, pharmaceutical companies have
Rockport, Maine - According to Rockport Public Library, All Ages Tie Dye Day at the Rockport Public Library
Tuesday, July 13th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
We will be tie dyeing shirts from 3-5pm at the Rockport Public Library. This program is for children and adults of all ages! Shirts and dye will be provided by the library, just stop by and have some colorful fun! This event is free and open to all ages. For more information please call the library at 207-236-3642.
Augusta - The Maine Marine Patrol will be looking out for anyone violating Maine's boating under the influence laws and sharing safety information during the national Operation Dry Water weekend, July 2-July 4.
Operation Dry Water is a national awareness and enforcement campaign coordinated by the
Falmouth, Maine - The Presumpscot Room at Mason-Motz Activity Center, 190 Middle Road, is open for cooling today through Thursday, 8am-5pm and Friday from 8am to noon.
The Falmouth Memorial Library will be open on Tuesday 9:30am to 5:00pm and will serve as a cooling center for those Falmouth residents that want to get inside into air conditioning and away from the heat. The library is open Monday-Saturday, 9:30am-5:00pm (Wednesdays until 7:00pm) and closed Sunday.
In addition, Family Ice, at 20 Hat Trick Drive, will be open today through Friday from 4am to midnight and will also allow residents to come in to escape the heat.
Rare illness caused by tick bite is Maine's first case in 2021
AUGUSTA — The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) has confirmed the states first case of Powassan virus infection in 2021. A Waldo County resident who likely became infected in Maine is recovering after spending time in the hospital.
Cases of Powassan are rare in the United States, with about 25 cases reported each year since 2015. Maine has identified 9 cases since 2010. Humans become infected with Powassan through the bite of an infected deer tick or woodchuck tick.
Maine CDC urges residents and visitors to take
ROCKPORT— Pen Bay Medical Center (PBMC) will establish a new entrance and parking area for its Emergency Department on July 5 as it prepares for 22-months of construction that will nearly double the size of the department.
Construction will be done in three phases to ensure uninterrupted access to the Emergency
AUGUSTA, Maine – The Maine Forest Service, a bureau of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, will provide up to $85,000 over the next two years for local governments, municipalities, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and private family woodland owners to obtain Invasive Plant Control Practice Plans (IPCPP) for their woods.
Supported by a grant from the USDA Forest
Statements from National Weather Service:
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono,
Update: Looks like the "tropical" weather is going to continue for a couple more days, so the City of Auburn is extending our Community Cooling Center! If you need to cool down, please come spend some time with us at Norway Savings Bank Arena (985 Turner Street). The cooling center will be open tomorrow & Wednesday (6/29 & 30) from 9AM - 3PM!
The Auburn Public Library (49 Spring Street) is also a lovely place to spend some time! Drop by between 10AM & 6PM to cool down and peruse the books.
Auburn, Maine - According to the city of Auburn, It's hot out there, to say the least. The City of Auburn wants to help you cool down!
Norway Savings Bank Arena will serve as Auburn's "cooling center" today between 9:00AM and 3:00PM and we invite residents to come by and cool down.
Remember to stay hydrated, check on older neighbors & family members, and keep a close eye on children & pets. And if you’re feeling the heat, bring some snacks, a book and/or your mobile device, and spend some time at our cooling center.
Falmouth, Maine - The Falmouth Memorial Library will be open on Tuesday 9:30am to 5:00pm and will serve as a cooling center for those Falmouth residents that want to get inside into air conditioning and away from the heat. The library is open Monday-Saturday, 9:30am-5:00pm (Wednesdays until 7:00pm) and closed Sunday.
In addition, Family Ice, at 20 Hat Trick Drive, will be open today through Friday from 4am to midnight and will also allow residents to come in to escape the heat.
Kittery, Maine - Nomination papers for THREE (3) Town Council member seats will be available July 1, 2021, at the Town Clerks’ office, located at 200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME. Nomination papers for TWO (2) School Committee member seats will also be available July 1, 2021. All seats will expire November 5, 2024.
Nomination papers may be obtained Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and must be returned to the Town Clerk by 6:00 p.m., on August 12, 2021. Candidates must meet all the qualifications for ALL seats.
The State & Municipal Election will be held on November 2, 2021 at the Kittery Community Center, located at 120 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME.
Following is Mid Coast Babe Ruth results from June 25th and 27th.
Friday June 25th
Rockland Ford 9, Damariscotta Lions 2
Sunday June 27th
Rockland Ford 16, P.G. Willey 6
Waldoboro 13, Damariscotta Lions 6
Waldoboro 16, Granite Coast 1 (5 innings)
Standings
Rockland Ford 7-1
Waldoboro 6-1
Damariscotta Lions 4-3
Granite Coast 1-6
PG Willey 0-7
Upcoming Games
Tuesday June 29th
Granite Coast vs. P.G. Willey at Marge Jones Rec Complex in Rockport (Doubleheader, 2 – 5 inning games) at 3 PM
Waldoboro at Damariscotta Lions at Lincoln Academy at 5:30 PM
Rockland Ford Bye
Thursday July 1st
Rockland Ford at Waldoboro at Begley Field, Waldoboro at 5:30 PM
Granite Coast at Damariscotta Lions at Lincoln Academy at 5:30 PM
P.G. Willey Bye
Results from June 27th.
Rockland Ford 16, P.G. Willey 6
Sunday June 27th
Rockland Ford (7-1) 4-4-1 2-0-0 5 --- 16 – 20 – 4 (9 LOB)
P.G. Willey (0-7) 3-2-0 1-0-0 0 ---- 6 – 12 – 5 (7 LOB)
Rockland Ford Battery – Bryson Mattox, Gilbert Stewart (5) and Dylan Winslow
P.G. Willey Battery - Caleb Butler, Walker Hedrich (5) and Walker Hedrick, Caleb Butler (5)
Rockland Ford Offense - Gilbert Stewart – 2 singles, 3 runs, RBI
Parker Darge – single, 2 runs, RBI
Taygan McAllister – run
Bryson Mattox – double, run, RBI
Connor Curtis – 4 singles, triple, 3 runs, 2 RBIs
Dominic Frisone – single, run, RBI
Levi Philbrook – single, run
Blade Brann – single, run
Kavie Maloney – 2 singles, 2 RBIs
Brady Proctor – single, RBI
Jacob Watkinson – 2 singles, run, 2 RBIs
Gavin Ripley – 2 singles, run, RBI
Dylan Winslow – triple, run, 2 RBIs
P.G. Willey Offense - Caleb Butler – 2 singles, run, RBI
Walker Hedrick – 2 singles, double, 2 runs
Bran Leonard – 2 singles, double, 1 run, 3 RBIs
Kai Young – double
Liam Day-Lynch – single
Ian Hammond – single
Dan Domareki – run
Wilt Laidlaw – run
McKean Nowell – single
One other note – the Rockland Ford defense turned 3 double plays in the win (in the 2nd – L6, 6-3; in the 5th 4-6-3 and in the 7th 4U-3)
PORTLAND, Maine -- The City Clerk’s Office is alerting Portland residents that nomination papers are now available for several seats that are open for the November 2, 2021 Election. The deadline to return is no sooner than August 9, 2021 at 9:00 PM and no later than August 23, 2021 at 4:30 PM.
The following seats are available:
City Council District One 1 seat
City Council District Two 1 seat
City Council At-Large 1 seat
School Board District One 1 seat
School Board District Two 1 seat
School Board At-Large 1 seat
Peaks Island 2 seats (3yr. term)
Water District Trustee 1 seat (5yr. term)
Papers can be taken out in the City Clerk's Office, which is located in Room 24, basement level of City Hall. The public must use the Myrtle Street Entrance to gain access. Masks are required to enter the building.
Signatures required:
Council/School Districts 75 min / 150 max
At Large for Council/School 300 min / 500 max
Peaks Island 50 min / 100 max
Water District Trustee 100 min / 150 max
For more information, please call the Clerk's office at 207-874-8677 or email elections@portlandmaine.gov.
Falmouth, Maine - On Thursday, June 24, the Town of Falmouth held a virtual Municipal Recognition Ceremony to acknowledge the work of volunteers who serve on Town boards and committees and to thank them for their service to the community. The Town of Falmouth relies on several volunteer boards and committees to assist and advise the Falmouth Town Council and staff in carrying out the annual Council
Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement after the Legislature’s Appropriations and Financial Affairs (AFA) Committee reached unanimous, bipartisan agreement on the budget this evening:
“From 55 percent school funding, to full revenue sharing, to increased property tax relief, to health care, and much more, this budget makes important, meaningful, and historic progress for Maine people. I applaud the members of the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee for their hard work in reaching this unanimous, bipartisan agreement.”
The budget agreement will go before the full Legislature for a vote this coming Wednesday, June 30, 2021.
Governor Janet Mills has signed landmark legislation to establish the Maine Connectivity Authority, a new entity charged with achieving universal availability of high-speed broadband in Maine.
“In today’s world, access to affordable, high-speed internet is as fundamental as electricity, heat, and water. If we want a strong economy and thriving state, we’ve simply got to have it,” said Governor Janet Mills. “By signing this bill into law, I’m sending the message that Maine is serious about broadband expansion, and with the Authority and robust funding from the American Rescue Plan, we will be in the driver’s seat when it comes to expanding
WASHINGTON — House Small Business Subcommittee on Underserved, Agricultural, and Rural Business Development Chairman Jared Golden (ME-02) held a hearing this week to learn from Maine’s GO Lab, Inc. and other small businesses about how federal innovation programs could be improved to better serve rural and underserved businesses. Golden’s subcommittee heard from Dr. Joshua Henry, the founder and president of GO Lab, Inc.
GO Lab is redeveloping the former Madison paper
WASHINGTON — To address concerns brought to his attention by many of his constituents, Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) called on the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resume in-person services at their six field offices in Maine. Since March 2020, SSA has closed its field offices to nearly all visitors due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many Maine residents have since had trouble
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) today lauded the passage of legislation to reinstate regulations on methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. The Trump administration finalized a rollback of an Obama-era methane rule in 2020. S.J. Res 14 would overturn the prior administration’s misguided rollback of methane emission standards.
“Methane is a more dangerous greenhouse
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree today announced 3 federal grants from the Economic Development Administration are coming to Maine’s 1st Congressional District, totaling an investment of $210,000.
“Coming out of the pandemic, these grants will go far to support a long-term economic development framework in local Maine communities. Along with helping local councils organize their economic future, this funding will support the infusion of capital investment and create regional jobs,” said
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) announced today that Senator King has led a bipartisan group of his colleagues to reintroduce the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act, which aims to better understand the reasons behind America’s housing affordability crisis by creating a bipartisan housing task force to study it and offer practical solutions. The task force would evaluate and quantify the impact of housing costs on other government programs, and provide recommendations to Congress on how to increase affordable housing options in order to improve life outcomes. In addition to Senator King, the legislation is supported by Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), John Kennedy (R-La.), and Jon Tester (D-Mont.).
“Communities across Maine and across the
Washington, D.C. –By a vote of 92-8, the Senate passed bipartisan legislation co-sponsored by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME), members of the Climate Solutions Caucus, that would break down barriers to farmers and foresters interested in participating in carbon markets so they can be rewarded for climate-smart practices. The Growing Climate Solutions Act was led by Senators Mike Braun (R-IN), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), and Chris Coons (D-DE).
“Climate change has serious implications for the
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and a founding member of the Climate Solutions Caucus, today lauded the House of Representatives’ passage of S.J. Res 14, a resolution to restore regulations of methane emissions released while drilling for oil and gas. S.J. Res 14 was passed in April by the Senate and led by Senators King, Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), and Ed Markey (D-Mass.). These moves reinstate EPA standards for methane emissions from the oil and gas industry and the regulation of air pollution from transmission and storage facilities and undo the Trump administration’s 2020 Methane Rescission Rule.
“I am grateful that my colleagues in the House
AUGUSTA— The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Partnership to End Addiction, today launched a free texting service that alerts Maine residents to any sudden increase in overdoses in their counties and connects them with resources that can save lives, support those struggling with substance use, and promote recovery.
Today, residents – including parents, caregivers,
ROCKPORT – Waldo County General Hospital (WCGH) is pleased to welcome Jen Williams, MSN, CNM, who joined the Waldo County Medical Partners Women’s Health in early June. She is accepting new patients.
Before joining WCGH, Williams saw patients as a
Increased funding in the Governor’s budget proposal helped UMS hold tuition steady for Maine students despite pandemic losses
Governor Janet Mills released the following statement today after the University of Maine System (UMS) Board of Trustees voted to hold tuition rates flat for Maine students thanks in part to increased funding in the Governor’s budget proposal:
“This is a welcome step forward in keeping
AUGUSTA - Attorney General Aaron M. Frey lauded the passage and signing of a bill to create the Maine Retirement Savings Program. The bill, LD 1622, was sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Eloise Vitelli and will receive initial funding from settlement funds obtained by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). It will create a private-public partnership to enable Maine workers who do not have retirement savings plans through their employer to contribute to a Roth IRA.
"I am pleased to assist in the genesis of this
The Falmouth Town Council cordially invites you to the Annual Municipal Recognition Ceremony (Virtual Event Via Zoom) on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 6:00 pm. This annual event recognizes and thanks individuals who donate their time and talent to the Town of Falmouth. The event will include recognition of Town boards and committees and retiring board and committee members, a photo video presentation, and the announcement of the “Citizen of the Year” and “Legacy” Awards.
Please contact Maggie Fleming at mfleming@falmouthme.org or 699-5329 with questions or for more information.
BREAKING: Acton, Maine - Firefighters are working on Friday afternoon to put out a 2nd-alarm, well involved structure fire at 522 Mann Rd. in Acton, Maine.
One vaccinated winner to receive $1 for every person vaccinated in Maine by July 4, which means the more people vaccinated, the higher the grand prize
If drawn today, the total prize would be $876,655
Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today announced the “Don’t Miss Your Shot: Vaccinationland Sweepstakes,” a statewide program to encourage Maine people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The sweepstakes will reward one vaccinated winner with $1 for every person vaccinated in Maine by the Fourth of July.
The cash winnings increase by $1 for every
Whales talk with Marine Mammals of Maine
Rockland, Maine - The Rockland Public Library presents Marine Mammals of Maine, Thursday, July 1, at 6:30 p.m., calling in via Zoom. This event is free and open to all.
Whales play a vital role in the ocean ecosystem
Rockland, Maine - Based upon CDC and State of Maine recommendations, and the ending of the State of Civil Emergency, beginning on Thursday, July 1, masks will no longer be required in the Rockland Public Library, but continued mask use is encouraged for those not vaccinated as well as in the Children’s Room.
Library hours will also change starting July 1. The Library will be open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 10 AM to 8 PM, Wednesday and Friday 10 AM- 5 PM, and Saturdays, 10 AM – 4 PM.
The Library is moving towards limited capacity in-person programming, but will continue to offer many programs virtually during and after the transition. In-person storytimes may be outdoors or inside: for Toddlers—Tuesdays at 10:30, Pre-School and School Age-Wednesdays at 10:30, and Babytime- Thursdays at 10:30.
Rockland Public Library is located at 80 Union St. Curbside service will continue to be available on request. For more information, please call 594-0310.
Update 6:12pm: Manpower has been requested from Rockport and Thomaston Fire departments.
BREAKING: Waldoboro, Maine - Multiple departments from Lincoln and Knox Counties are battling a large brush fire off 1151 Wagner Bridge Rd. Sunday in Waldoboro, Maine.
The fire was reported early this afternoon.
PORTLAND, Maine – On Friday, June 11, 2021 at 2:08 AM, the Portland Regional Communications Center received a call from a passing motorist reporting that Design Concepts located at 160 Presumpscot Street was on fire.
Portland firefighters were alerted at 2:10 AM and
Administration also encourages schools to participate in Maine free pooled testing program
Augusta - The Mills Administration today informed Maine School Administrative Units (SAUs) that it expects all schools to offer full-time, in-person learning this fall.
In its priority notice, which provides planning guidance to schools for educational programming this summer and next fall, the Maine Department of Education announced that remaining physical distancing requirements will be relaxed next school year and that schools should offer full-time, in-person learning in the fall as a result.
The Department of Education also strongly
Bangor, MAINE – Standing in front of an aging water system in Bangor today, Governor Janet Mills highlighted the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan’s investments to upgrade drinking water and wastewater infrastructure across the state.
The Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan proposes investing $50 million to improve water infrastructure across Maine by dedicating $25 million to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund at the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention and $25 million to the State Municipal Wastewater Grant Program at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.
Governor Mills with Kathy Moriarty, General ManagerAt elevated ozone levels, children, healthy adults who exert
Fire damage was contained to the room or origin and the rest of the apartment sustained minimal water and smoke damage. Approximately 150 gallons of water was used to extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported.
Any factors contributing to, or hindering the success of the operation:
1. Quick notification to The Knox County Regional Communications Center helped prevent the spread of fire to other apartments.
2. A quick response by Rockland Fire & EMS and our mutual aid partners from Camden and Rockport.
3. Staffed fire stations save time, which saves lives and property. Our first due companies were arriving on scene within 6 minutes of being notified of the fire. Water was being applied to the fire within an estimated 8 minutes, which eliminates fire development.
4. When the tenant noticed fire in the apartment she closed the door to the fire room. This action alone prevented fire spread and further damage before the fire departments arrival. Closed doors, even hollow core doors, can keep smoke, heat, and fire in check.
Cause: Smoking materials near combustibles
3:42pm Update: All Rockland units have cleared the scene.
Firefighters did a great job getting the fire under control/put out.
3:02pm Update: Rockport units are clear and returning.
2:51pm Update: Camden Ladder is returning by command.
BREAKING: Rockland, Maine - Multiple departments have firefighters battling a apartment building fire on Saturday, June 5th, 2021 at 21 Fulton Street in Rockland, Maine.
Command reports fire on second fire.
Everyone made it out.
