Crash in Stetson closed down road delaying traffic
On Wednesday, three people were taken to the hospital after a crash.
The Penobscot County Sheriff’s office responded to the scene.
WABI news reports, authorities closed LaPoint and Village roads in Stetson.
The extent of their injuries and the cause of the crash is unknown at this time.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/06/03/traffic-alert-road-closed-stetson-after-crash/
Residents in Hancock Heights speak about affordability
Residents at a mobile home park outside of Ellsworth are speaking out on the lack of affordability.
Hancock Heights Estates is a mobile home park outside of Ellsworth with more than 100 homes.
The Ellsworth American reports residents are voicing their concern over rising rent and water costs, poor management and neglected maintenance.
The publication reports the mobile home park is owned by Sun Communities, a multibillion-dollar real estate investment trust out of Michigan.
Ellsworth flea market returns Saturdays and Sundays
It’s a sign that the weather is finally on our side for the warmer months, the Ellsworth flea market will return this weekend!
Starting on June 6 at 8 AM, head to 961 Bangor Road in Ellsworth to check out a unique and diverse range of items.
Organizers say there’s something for everyone at the flea market, so you won’t want to miss it.
For more information on the market you can follow the link below.
Island Cruises Boat Tour offered to business owners in Bar Harbor
Local business owners and employees are welcomed to enjoy the Island Cruises Boat Tour!
The best part is it’s complimentary.
If you’d like to embark on a Nature Cruise or a Puffin and Wildlife Tour, family-owned Bass Harbor Island Cruises welcomes you.
Seats are limited for the cruises so you’ll need to act fast if you’re interested.
To reserve follow the link on our website for the email or call 207-244-5785.
Private tours include fishing, sightseeing and sailing.
https://bassharborcruises.com/
Special Olympics Maine State Summer Games returns
This will be a busy weekend in Orono as the Special Olympics Maine State Summer games will be held this weekend.
At the University of Maine, more than 2,200 athletes and coaches from each county across the state will compete, celebrate and embrace community.
Organizers say more people have signed up to volunteer making it a smooth process to help families and fans!
In the days leading up, law enforcement from across the state will participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run carrying the Flame of Hope through towns and cities in Maine.
Events begin Friday at 9AM and will conclude Sunday afternoon.
For more information the games this weekend follow the link below.
https://www.somaine.org/event/2026-state-summer-games/
Maine native marks huge milestone in space
Maine native astronaut Jessica Meir is celebrating a huge milestone.
300 days in the earth’s orbit is what Meir and her crew are celebrating and of course she got a space cake to celebrate.
WABI news reports the days span across her trips to space including the most recent SpaceX Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/06/03/astronaut-jessica-meir-celebrates-milestone-space/
