Maine\u2019s wildfire levels remain moderate to high<\/b><\/p>\n
On Sunday, Eddington and Holden firefighters were called to a wildfire off Airline Road just before noon.<\/span><\/p>\n This as authorities warn Mainers that wildfire levels remain moderate to high in many parts of the state.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports that the fire authorities responded to in Clifton burned just shy of 11 acres and took firefighters about two hours to control it.<\/span><\/p>\n The cause of that fire is under investigation.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/04\/13\/wildfire-burns-several-acres-clifton-threat-levels-remain-moderate-high\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Ellsworth Schools to extend current bus lot lease<\/b><\/p>\n The Ellsworth School Board voted to finalize a three-year extension on the current bus lot lease on Bucksport Road.<\/span><\/p>\n Recently, officials discussed the option of seeking a new lease at another property in Hancock County.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports the superintendent suggested seeking a new lease after expressing concern over the storage capacity, meeting spaces and bathrooms.<\/span><\/p>\n However, the publication reports city councils and some residents spoke against that, suggesting the city could purchase an existing facility or build its own in Ellsworth.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/ellsworth-schools-look-to-extend-current-bus-lot-lease\/article_202fa5fc-b6bb-4af7-a05e-a78197f5b57d.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Town of Hermon transfers ownership of former drive-in property to Amazon<\/b><\/p>\n The old Bangor Drive-in property is now under the ownership of Amazon according to state records.<\/span><\/p>\n This after a report showed a project was in store for the vacant property in March.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports the Maine Real Estate transfer tax declaration document shows it was transferred to Amazon on Thursday.<\/span><\/p>\n Records show the property was purchased for $1,900,000.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports work is already underway at the site as the old movie screens have been taken down.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/04\/13\/records-show-ownership-hermon-property-transferred-amazon\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n USDA awards Maine towns for public safety upgrades<\/b><\/p>\n The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has awarded three Maine towns with funds to upgrade their public safety.<\/span><\/p>\n More than $4 million will be dispersed benefitting more than 15,000 residents combined.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports among those recipients are Brownfield, Springfield and Surry.<\/span><\/p>\n Surry will focus on buying a new fire truck due to their current fleet not matching standards.<\/span><\/p>\n Surry will be receiving $492,000.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/04\/13\/usda-awards-4m-maine-towns-public-safety-upgrades\/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Sign up and pick up bags in Ellsworth underway<\/b><\/p>\n Ahead of the annual \u2018Citywide Roadside Clean Up\u2019 on Saturday, April 18, Ellsworth leaders want you to sign up for road segments and pick up your free yellow trash bags.<\/span><\/p>\n Participants can pick up the bags at Ellsworth City Hall during regular business hours this week which is Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and bags will be picked up on Saturday.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n City officials want to remind residents of a few things.<\/span><\/p>\n Please do not overfill bags and avoid collecting broken glass or hazardous materials.<\/span><\/p>\n They also encourage you to separate redeemable bottles and cans which can be donated to the SPCA of HAncock County in Trenton.<\/span><\/p>\n Also keep in mind if you\u2019d like to volunteer for the cleanup this weekend, you can wear boots, work gloves and wear bright or reflective clothing.<\/span><\/p>\n