Multi-state high speed chase leads to arrest
A Harrison man is facing several charges after a high-speed chase early Sunday morning with troopers from Maine and New Hampshire according to WABI News.
Maine State Police say Matthew Olsen, 44, was arrested and charged with operating under the influence, eluding an officer, reckless conduct, and criminal speed.
Officials say New Hampshire State Police tried to stop Olsen due to his speeding and erratic driving but he refused to stop, and during a chase with police, he rammed a New Hampshire State Police cruiser.
Maine State Police took over when he crossed onto the Maine turnpike, where the chase continued until Olsen drove over a curb at the Kennebunk Rest Area, damaging his tires before getting back on the highway.
https://www.wabi.tv/2025/11/30/maine-man-arrested-charged-after-high-speed-chase/
Benton home damaged by fire on Sunday
WABI news reports a home in Benton was damaged by fire early Sunday morning.
Fairfield Fire says they responded to the home on Pines Road just before 1 a.m., to find fire coming from the second floor.
Crews from multiple towns responded and were able to get the fire knocked down quickly.
No word if anyone was inside at the time or if any injuries were reported.
https://www.wabi.tv/2025/11/30/benton-home-damaged-by-fire-sunday/
Acadia set to charge non-U.S. residents $100 to enter the park
According to the Bangor Daily News, Acadia national park along with 10 other parks will charge $100 entrance fees to non-U.S. residents.
The paper reports the charge will be in addition to other fees including a $35 charge for every private vehicle.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum tells the BDN the policies will ensure U.S taxpayers continue to enjoy affordable access while international visitors contribute their fair share.
Federal officials tell the paper the fees go into effect on January 1.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/11/28/hancock/acadia-national-park-foreigner-surcharge/
2nd Annual Chris Greeley Classic returns
Cribbage players gathered Saturday to play cards while helping to raise money for a beloved community program in Holden according to WABI news.
The 2nd annual Chris Greeley Classic Cribbage tournament began at 8am at Holden Elementary school’s gymnasium.
The tournament is named in honor of the late Holden Police Chief Chris Greeley who passed away in 2023.
The event helped raise money as part of the 25 Days of Kindness program, which Greeley founded to help support the Holden community.
Also part of the 25 Days of Kindness program, a food drive with the University of Maine’s Men’s Ice Hockey is scheduled for December 6.
Fans are encouraged to bring non-perishable foods to be donated for those in need.
For more information on the 25 Days of Kindness program, you can visit here.
Squirrel to blame for Bangor power outages
The Bangor Daily news says over 3,000 Versant Power customers experience power outages.
Why you may ask?
Versant Spokesperson Emily Tadlock tells the paper it was caused by “animal contact on the line” or in short, a squirrel.
The outage stretched from Hammond Street town to the Hermon town line but Versant says the power was restored by 11:30AM.
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2025/11/30/bangor/more-than-3200-without-electricity-bangor/
Versant Power sponsors community lighting installation
The Heart of Ellsworth tells Star 97.7 that Versant Power has partnered to bring the downtown district a vibrant holiday vibe!
They’ve contributed handcrafted Holiday Light Spheres which will officially turn on during the City of Ellsworth tree lighting on Saturday, Dec. 6.
The extra treat is that they were built by community members.
The display of spheres will expand beyond Merrill Park and continue down Franklin Street to Main Street and the Franklin Street Parklet.
Healthy Acadia launches ‘Giving Health’ campaign Dec. 1
After opening their doors to their Overnight Warming center, Healthy Acadia is launching a campaign to continue building essential services for community members.
The ‘Giving Health’ campaign officially launches on Dec. 1 and will go on throughout the month.
They tell Star 97.7 their goal is $50,000 to support their broad range of community health resources.
To make a donation, just follow the link on our website.
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