State Police investigating two deaths in Tremont<\/b><\/p>\n
State Police are investigating the deaths of two people in Tremont according to WABI news.<\/span><\/p>\n Police say just before 9:00am on Tuesday, a caller reported finding two adults dead near Big Rocks Road.<\/span><\/p>\n Police say the deceased will be taken to the Medical Examiner\u2019s Office where autopsies will determine the cause and manner of death.<\/span><\/p>\n State Police believe this is an isolated incident.<\/span><\/p>\n Anyone with information is asked to call them at 973-3700.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2025\/12\/23\/state-police-investigating-two-deaths-tremont\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Trenton house fire causes second floor to collapse on firefighter<\/b><\/p>\n A firefighter was injured and a home was destroyed in a fire in Trenton according to WABI news.<\/span><\/p>\n Fire officials believe the blaze was caused by embers from a wood stove igniting a nearby couch.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI reports the person who resided at the home on Pressey Lane got out without any injuries however a firefighter was hurt when a part of the second floor collapsed.<\/span><\/p>\n The firefighter was treated for a concussion, neck and back injuries however he is healing and stable.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI says the Trenton Fire chief wants to remind people to thoroughly clean their wood stoves, put the ash and debris in a non-combustible container and place it away from your house.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2025\/12\/23\/firefighter-injured-trenton-house-fire-after-second-floor-collapses\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Fire officials remind residents of winter heating safety<\/b><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports Hancock county fire officials are warning residents about the importance of heating safety.<\/span><\/p>\n The Hancock fire chief tells the paper that residents should keep an eye on space heaters, keep holiday lights away from flammable objects and limit the use of candles.<\/span><\/p>\n The paper reports he suggests using flameless battery powered models as an alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n Other tips to keep in mind is getting your chimney cleaned and inspected and if you have it, water that Christmas tree before it dries out and becomes a hazard.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For more tips follow the link on our website.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/hancock-county-fire-officials-emphasize-winter-heating-safety\/article_2884e717-013e-4657-8dff-a04ed03d5b42.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Pursuit of shelter for stray animals underway<\/b><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports the Small animal clinic in Ellsworth is ending their service as a stray animal shelter.<\/span><\/p>\n Now towns across Hancock County are taking steps to find that new location.<\/span><\/p>\n The county administrator tells the Ellsworth American the county has sought out requests for proposals but only a written agreement has been submitted.<\/span><\/p>\n The town of Brooksville is currently figuring out a plan as well.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/towns-seek-new-shelter-for-stray-animals\/article_eeb22c17-5c31-4ee2-8732-520e9b6ab64e.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Jasmine Ireland of Ellsworth High named Maine\u2019s Outstanding Theatre Educator<\/b><\/p>\n Congratulations are in order for a theatre educator at Ellsworth High School who is being recognized for their exceptional leadership and creative vision.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports Jasmine Ireland is named Maine\u2019s Outstanding Theatre Educator by the National Federation of High schools.<\/span><\/p>\n She\u2019s the director of Ellsworth High Theatre and also co-department head of the visual and performing arts department.<\/span><\/p>\n