NTSB says 5-year-old dragged and run over by school bus
The National Transportation Safety Board released information after a 5-year-old student was killed last month boarding a school bus in Standish.
Simon Gonzalez reached the passenger loading doors but the doors began to close.
WABI reports Gonzalez extended his arm into the bus and became pinned.
No charges have yet to be filed in the case.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/01/08/5-year-old-dragged-ran-over-by-school-bus-ntsb-says/
Bill seeks to designate highway to fallen Hancock County Deputy Luke Gross
A public hearing in Augusta Thursday was proposed to designate Route 3 in Trenton as the Deputy Luke Gross Memorial Highway.
The bill, LD 2033, sponsored by Rep. Billy Bob Faulkingham (R-Winter Harbor) was heard in front of the Committee on Transportation at the State House.
Faulkingham said the resolve directs the Department of Transportation to designate a portion of Route 3 in the town of Trenton to Deputy Gross’s honor and to erect appropriate signage.
Hancock County Sheriff Deputy Gross, 44, of Hancock, was killed on Route 3 in September 2021 after being struck by a pickup truck while investigating a crash.
Those who spoke at the hearing echoed the kindness and humanity Gross instilled in the community.
Tax preparation at the Ellsworth Public Library
Tax season is approaching and if you get overwhelmed with handling things yourself the Ellsworth Public Library wants to help you.
In collaboration with AARP, tax aide volunteers will be on site every Tuesday in February, March and April to help people in one-on-one appointments.
If you don’t have a library card, don’t worry, it’s not needed for the service.
If you want to book your appointment ahead of time just follow the link below.
https://ellsworth.libcal.com/appointments/tax
Counterfeit bills circulation around the state
A new scam has hit the radar for officials as State Police warn customers and businesses about counterfeit bills in circulation.
Police tell WABI they have received multiple reports across the state in recent weeks from Bangor to Van Buren.
Officials say most of the bills are identified as $100 marked for motion picture purposes and $20 marked copy.
Authorities are asking everyone to check their transactions carefully.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/01/08/counterfeit-bills-reportedly-circulation-around-maine-police-say/
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival coming to The Grand Theater
Film enthusiasts you’ll want to mark your calendars.
From Friday Jan. 30 through Sunday, Feb. 2 the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival will make its way to The Grand Theater.
Being one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals, The Grand will feature ‘That One Friend’, ‘Best Day Ever’, and ‘Old Man Lightning’.
To learn more just follow the link below.
https://yourgrand.org/banff-2026
SPCA of Hancock County looks to develop new strategic plan
The SPCA of Hancock County is looking for your feedback.
In the wake of the new year, they’re looking to develop a new strategic plan to better understand local needs around animal welfare, education, veterinary care and community services.
SPCA of Hancock County invites you to Help Shape the Future of Animal Care in Our Community
