Rockland Police investigating serious motorcycle crash<\/b><\/p>\n
The Rockland Police Department says a 20-year-old man has been hospitalized with serious and possibly life-threatening injuries after a motorcycle crash.<\/span><\/p>\n The crash happened on Park Street.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports crews responded to the crash on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and say the motorcycle driver was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.<\/span><\/p>\n The man was transported to Pen Bay Medical Center and police say speed may have been a factor.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/08\/02\/20-year-old-hospitalized-after-motorcycle-collides-with-car-park-street\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Appleton man leads police on multi-town pursuit, nearly strikes firefighter<\/b><\/p>\n On Friday afternoon, the Knox County Sheriff\u2019s office, police police departments and regional dispatchers responded to a non-compliant driver.<\/span><\/p>\n The pursuit began after a near-miss with emergency personnel.<\/span><\/p>\n The Pen Bay Pilot reports emergency crews were managing a public safety scene when 41-year-old Michael C. Pearl nearly struck an active firefighter with a pickup truck.<\/span><\/p>\n Pearl then fled and officials say during the pursuit, the driver placed a call to 911 according to the publication.<\/span><\/p>\n Pearl was later detained without further incident and the investigation remains active by the Knox County Sheriff\u2019s office.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.penbaypilot.com\/article\/multi-town-vehicle-pursuit-knox-county-de-escalated-local-law-enforcement\/272929<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Five escape house fire in Hudson<\/b><\/p>\n On Wednesday, Hudson Fire officials say five people escaped a structure fire, however a firefighter was taken to a Bangor hospital for an evaluation.<\/span><\/p>\n Two adults and three children were in the home at the time the fire broke out.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports crews responded to heavy fire at the scene and say responders faced some challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n As of right now the reason the firefighter was taken to the hospital has not been disclosed.<\/span><\/p>\n The cause is under investigation however it is believed to be accidental.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/08\/01\/hudson-house-fire-5-escape-firefighter-hospitalized-evaluation\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Temporary lane closure reminder for Ellsworth residents<\/b><\/p>\n Officials in the City of Ellsworth want to remind motorists that Bayside Road will be reduced to one lane of alternating traffic on Tuesday.<\/span><\/p>\n Highway crews will be working to complete shoulder work and traffic will be directed through the work zone however you should expect minor delays.<\/span><\/p>\n Remember to slow down, follow signs and flaggers and use extra caution.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthmaine.gov\/temporary-lane-closure-on-bayside-road-august-4-2026\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival set for Aug. 15<\/b><\/p>\n A festival celebrating the heritage of Blue Hill is coming up later this month.<\/span><\/p>\n On Saturday, Aug. 15 starting at 10 a.m. the seventh annual Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival will return to the Blue Hill waterfront.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports many activities will take place like boat-building demonstrations, actors telling stories of historical characters and nautical art tent shows.<\/span><\/p>\n The publication reports on top of that fun, music will be performed and food will be available along with face paintings and a touch tank for the kids.<\/span><\/p>\n To learn more about the free festival follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n