When I’m not part of the end of your day, I’m keeping track of what’s going on in the world of racing. Local, NASCAR, Indy, dirt, etc. Also, I’m (what I want to call) an avid road biker. The seacoast has a ton of great riding, and I’m looking forward to getting back on these roads. That’s enough for here. Let’s connect! https://www.instagram.com/andyaustingram/ https://twitter.com/andyaustinmaine https://www.facebook.com/andy.austin1 https://www.strava.com/athletes/432495
Andy Austin
Finalists Announced For The Name Of Portland’s Hockey Team
Portland’s new hockey team is coming together. Recently, the team, which will play out of the city’s Cross Insurance Arena opened up their website for name suggestions. Well, it looks like there are five finalists.
Mariners (also the name of Portland’s original pro hockey team)
Watchmen (decent, but semi creepy)
Wild Blueberries (now really, WHO submitted this one?)
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Man Pulls Fire Alarm In An Attempt To Free His Wife From Being Arrested For Shoplifting At Scarborough Walmart
STORY UPDATED 4:35PM-It appears as if the evacuation at the Scarborough Walmart today (July 24) was due to a man pulling a fire alarm in an effort to free his wife after she had been detained for shoplifting.
Verso To Permanently Shut Down Paper Machine #3 In Jay
Verso Corporation announced this morning (Wednesday, July 19) it plans to permanently shut down paper machine #3 at its mill in Jay. The machine has been idle for most of the year.
Runaway Truck Crashes In Augusta
A paper shredding truck accidentally shifted into gear while parked in downtown Augusta, sending it on a unmanned journey which eventually lead it to a wall.
Charges For Hallowell Man Who Left Dog In Car
Police In Hallowell have charged a man after he allegedly left his dog in a his hot car on Water Street for about 30 minutes Monday afternoon.
Maine Has 1st Case Of Measles in 20 Years
In Augusta, the Maine Center For Disease Control is investigating something the state hasn't had since President Clinton was in office, fat free chips were everywhere, and Tim McGraw still had a mullet; the measles.
West Gardiner Woman Wins $500,000
This has been a great first day of summer for one local woman. According to their Twitter page, Tammy Waterhouse of West Gardiner won a half million dollars in the Maine State Lottery's 50X The Money game. She bought her ticket at Fuller's Market in Gardiner.
Gardiner Hannaford Removes Food From Shelves
Wednesday morning, staff were frantically removing eggs, cheese, meat, and other perishable items from the Gardiner Hannaford. According to a staff member, a compressor failed overnight. Taking precaution, food was removed. Items will be replaced over the next week, but for the short term, selection will be low...
Free State Park Admission This Sunday
This Father,s Day, take dad to the park! Think of all the fun you had at the park with your dad. Now, return the favor, and make some new memories with free admission this Sunday.
Food Truck Festival Spotlight: The Maine Tater
Our Food Truck Festival is scheduled for this Saturday, and we can't wait. The weather is looking outstanding! This weekend COULD be your summer preview, and we've brought the food and music for the occasion. While you might be on a diet, we think you can spurge a little for The Maine Tater. Life's about balance, right? Tater's Maine hand cut fries are worth whatever exercise you make up for later