Waterville man arrested for alleged Skowhegan robbery
A Waterville man is behind bars, after police say he robbed two Skowhegan businesses in one night.
40-year-old David Alvarez is in jail without bail.
Authorities tell Central Maine.com that police were called to George’s Banana Stand on North Avenue Sunday night around 7 for a reported robbery.
Two hours later, they responded to the McDonald’s on Madison Avenue.
No injuries were reported according to the publication.
An investigation led to the arrest of Alvarez on Monday.
Police say he is also facing charges for violating seven sets of bail conditions.
Alvarez is expected in court on Wednesday.
Schoodic Food Pantry seeing an increase in clients
The Ellsworth American says demand for food assistance through the Schoodic Food Pantry in Gouldsboro has increased drastically.
On top of rising food prices, the director tells the paper, 71 new families have signed up in recent weeks.
In the wake of an increase, the pantry says they are always looking for donations and people interested in volunteering.
For more information on that follow the link on our website.
Maine State Treasurer hoping to connect veterans to unclaimed property
The Maine State Treasurer is working to connect veterans with unclaimed property, according to WABI news.
The Office of the State Treasurer said six million accounts have unclaimed property worth $365 million
Officials said $30,000 of that unclaimed property belongs to more than 20 veteran organizations.
Organizations that believe they may have unclaimed property can visit maineunclaimedproperty.gov.
https://www.wabi.tv/2025/11/11/maine-state-treasurer-seeks-connect-veterans-with-unclaimed-property/
9-year-old Evan Hunter creates foundation to support veterans
What started as a simple “Thank you” to local Veterans turned into an operation.
Although school was out for Veterans Day, nine-year-old Evan Hunter got up bright and early to get to Box of Maine and help pack 300 Maine Soldier Boxes.
At just five-years-old, Evan asked his mom how he could give back to veterans and show appreciation.
That’s when ‘Evan’s Veterans Project’ was born.
Now Evan hosts a cornhole tournament every year to raise funds and make cards, purchase gift cards and support community organizations to brighten up a veterans day.
If you’d like to donate to Evan’s Veterans Project follow the link below.
Bar Harbor Jamaica relief efforts
The Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce announced a few efforts to support Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa destroyed the island.
First, head to the Ovens Restaurant on Cottage Street for a Jamaican Potluck Dinner Nov. 12.
The dinner service will be from 4-10PM and you can bring your favorite Jamaica dish to share and all proceeds from dinner will be donated to Greater Good Charities Hurricane Relief.
You can also help out at the Support Drive happening Nov. 12 from 10AM-5PM.
The Pathmaker Hotel will be accepting donations like non-perishables, food, clothing, household supplies and more.
For more information on the efforts you can follow the link on our website.
https://www.visitbarharbor.com/
Country Christmas Craft Fair
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for those who are celebrating!
That means a lot of jolly festivities are ahead including the Country Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9AM to 3PM at First Baptist Church in Belfast.
We heard Santa will make an early appearance from 1-3PM and admission is free.
