Surry crash causes road closure<\/b><\/p>\n
Late Monday morning, Hancock County dispatch was called to Convention Cove for a crash.<\/span><\/p>\n Officials say the road was closed for some time but reopened Monday afternoon.<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s no word on what caused the crash or if any injuries were reported.<\/span><\/p>\n Man arrested after pepper spraying jogger in Rockland<\/b><\/p>\n Police arrested a man Sunday morning after a reported assault.<\/span><\/p>\n Rockland police say the man is accused of chasing a jogger and spraying her with pepper spray.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports police arrested 37-year-old Nicholas Wallace and the attack appeared to be random.<\/span><\/p>\n Wallace faces multiple charges including criminal threatening, terrorizing and disorderly conduct.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/06\/29\/man-accused-pepper-spraying-jogger-rockland\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Home heavily damaged by fire in Hampden<\/b><\/p>\n On Sunday night, a home was significantly damaged by a fire\u00a0 in Hampden.<\/span><\/p>\n Officials say the fire happened at around 9 p.m. in a mobile home park.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports first responders say it was reported as a grill fire but quickly spread to the home.<\/span><\/p>\n Officials say everyone made it out safely and firefighters rescued a pet.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/06\/29\/mobile-home-damaged-by-grill-fire-hampden\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Operation Dry Water Weekend<\/b><\/p>\n National awareness around safety on the water this holiday week and weekend will be pushed forward.<\/span><\/p>\n The Maine Marine Patrol says they\u2019ll be looking out for anyone who violates Maine\u2019s boating under the influence laws, especially during Operation Dry Water weekend starting July 3-5.<\/span><\/p>\n For the national campaign, the U.S. Coast Guard will assist local, state and federal law enforcement agencies along the coast from Kittery to the Canadian border.<\/span><\/p>\n According to statistics from the U.S. Coast Guard alcohol use is the leading contributing factor in fatal boating incidents accounting for 20% of deaths.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019d like more information on Maine laws, education courses, exemptions and frequently asked questions, just follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/ifw\/programs-resources\/educational-programs\/safety-courses\/boating-safety.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Swan\u2019s Island First Aid set to open in Blue Hill<\/b><\/p>\n Those who reside on Swan\u2019s island in Blue Hill will see a seasonal, walk-in first aid station coming soon.<\/span><\/p>\n On July 6, the community led-effort will address the need for healthcare access on the island.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports Swan\u2019s Island First Aid will offer non-emergency medical care two hours a day, Monday through Friday for eight weeks ending on Aug. 28.<\/span><\/p>\n Currently, one doctor and one nurse practitioner travel to the island only one day per month versus the eight providers who will volunteer at the first aid station.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/06\/29\/swans-island-nonprofit-launching-seasonal-first-aid-station-address-healthcare-access-gap\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Gov. Mills makes donation to keep education center open<\/b><\/p>\n Katahdin Higher Education Center in East Millinocket received a big boost from Gov. Janet Mills.<\/span><\/p>\n $100,000 from her contingency funds will go to the center to help keep it open.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports, the University of Maine system announced earlier this year the end of its partnership with the center which led to leaders and state partners reevaluating a sustainable long-term plan.<\/span><\/p>\n However, the governor\u2019s funding will help keep it open while that long-term plan is finalized including on-site child care.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/06\/29\/gov-mills-donates-100k-keep-katahdin-higher-education-center-open\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Bucksport set to celebrate America\u2019s 250th all July<\/b><\/p>\n Many celebrations for July 4 are preparing to take place throughout the week and weekend, however Bucksport will be celebrating all month.<\/span><\/p>\n Over on the waterfront, there will be a Vendor Bender on July 14 from 5-8 p.m. give you a chance to shop local, eat local and support your neighbors.<\/span><\/p>\n Then on July 18, prepare for the Bucksport 250th Freedom Festival!<\/span><\/p>\n There your family can enjoy live music, vendors, contests and a pageant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Before that, enjoy your Independence Day afternoon at a historic tea party hosted by the Bucksport Historical Society at the Town Gazebo on July 4.<\/span><\/p>\n For more information on the lineup of events just follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n