Church fire in Dennysville under investigation<\/b><\/p>\n
The Maine Fire Marshal\u2019s office says a fire at a church in Dennysville is under investigation.<\/span><\/p>\n The Dennysville Edmunds Congregational Church caught fire at around 8 a.m. on Monday.<\/span><\/p>\n Officials say upon initial investigation, the fire started in the back of the church located on King Street.<\/span><\/p>\n Crews were able to limit the damage to the outside of the building and nobody was in the church at the time.<\/span><\/p>\n The investigation remains ongoing.<\/span><\/p>\n Rockland police searching for missing man<\/b><\/p>\n Rockland police say they\u2019re searching for a missing man.<\/span><\/p>\n Police are searching for 49-year-old Scott Clark of Rockland to check on his well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports Clark was last seen driving a blue chevy tahoe with the license plate of 393FGZ.<\/span><\/p>\n If anyone knows about Clark\u2019s whereabouts you should call the Knox Regional Communication Center at 593-9132.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/07\/20\/police-are-looking-missing-man-rockland\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Former Ellsworth woman sentenced for being a felon in possession of firearms<\/b><\/p>\n On Monday a U.S. District Court judge sentenced a former Ellsworth resident for being a felon in possession of firearms.<\/span><\/p>\n 36-year-old Karissa Beam has been sentenced to three years in jail followed by three years of supervised release.<\/span><\/p>\n Court records show Beam encountered a Hancock County Sheriff\u2019s deputy in Trenton having a high incidence of drug related activities.<\/span><\/p>\n Beam was on state probation for prior robbery convictions and was searched by police and they found two handguns in her possession.<\/span><\/p>\n Maine Affordability payments to be distributed<\/b><\/p>\n The state of Maine will start sending out the Maine Affordability payments this month.<\/span><\/p>\n A portion of sales and excise tax payments are set to be distributed to people affected by such taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports the state budget set more than $155 million for the one-time $300 payments.<\/span><\/p>\n Paper checks will be sent to eligible recipients using the address on file with Maine Revenue Services.<\/span><\/p>\n To find out if you qualify follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/07\/20\/maine-affordability-payments-going-out-this-month\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Searsmont Strong benefit BBQ and concert to be held on July 25<\/b><\/p>\n As the town of Searsmont is healing from the tragic fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber in May, the community continues to find different ways to uplift the departments.<\/span><\/p>\n To support fire, rescue and the Robbins Lumber fire relief fund, a BBQ and concert will be held on Saturday, July 25.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports the event will include over 30 raffle prizes including a brand new car and food will be provided along with live music and more.<\/span><\/p>\n Organizers say it\u2019s a great way to get the community together, support those impacted and raise funds to support equipment purchases for the departments.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/07\/20\/searsmont-community-continues-support-firefighters-ems-families-after-robbins-lumber-fire\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Castine Yacht Club annual event returns for 27th year<\/b><\/p>\n For the 27th year spectators will gather for the annual Castine Classic Yacht race.<\/span><\/p>\n Happening on Thursday, July 30, you can experience a Maine coastal tradition as yachts sail from Castine to Camden.<\/span><\/p>\n You can also witness the largest wood boat regatta in the world and learn about boatbuilding in Maine.<\/span><\/p>\n