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03-30-26 News

First responders battle fire at Trenton motel No injuries were reported after an early morning fire at a motel in Trenton on Saturday. Multiple fire departments responded to the fire at Open Hearth Motel and all guests were safely evacuated. The Ellsworth American...

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03-27-26 News

West Bath woman arrested for Arson A woman has been arrested for arson in connection with a fire at her home in West Bath nearly two weeks ago. The Fire Marshal's Office says 38-year-old Grace Burnham of West Bath was taken to Two Bridges Regional Jail. Officials say...

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About Star 97.7

Star 97.7 is the hometown radio station for much of coastal Maine. With a Smooth Rock and Roll classic hits soundtrack from the 70s, 80s & 90s, and an emphasis on serving communities in Hancock, Washington and southern Penobscot Counties, Star 97.7 has earned the distinction of being Maine’s premiere community radio station.

We like to keep things local here at Star 97.7, and that includes our news. Sierra Whaley delivers Maine news each morning from 6am to 9am on the Star 97.7 morning show. WABI’s Joy Hollowell covers Maine news each afternoon.

Veteran meteorologist Steve McKay delivers current and accurate weather forecasts throughout the day and evening.

Our personalities all live nearby and love sharing details of local events and happenings on the air. If there’s something important going on in our vast coverage area, you will hear about it on Star 97.7.

Star 97.7 is a great marketing partner, too!  We help local businesses climb to the TOP of the ladder of consumer awareness. Give your business the Star Treatment!

We broadcast locally from our studios on High Street in Ellsworth 24/7 with 50,000 watts.

Star 97.7 is now a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador.™