B98.5 - Central Maine's Country
UVM Haunted House Needs Volunteers – Are You Ready To Scare?
The United Volunteers of Maine Haunted House has been a long tradition in Augusta. I remember helping out in it when I was a teenager...and now the torch has been passed along to my kids. They LOVE it and look forward to helping every year. Unfortunately, there is always a shortage of volunteers.
Home Of ‘High-End’ Lobster Marches Full Steam Ahead
Charlotte's Legendary Lobster Pound anticipates their 'High-End' lobsters available to the public as early as next month. With stories circulating that the state has shut their idea down, the eatery clears up exactly what's going on...according to them.
WARNING For Dog Owners: Beware Of Wild Mushrooms
With the 'soggy' Summer we had, wild mushrooms are on the rise. I have HUGE ones on my yard. They are quite fascinating to look at. However...these mushrooms are very toxic for animals.
ATTN: AUGUSTA RESIDENTS – Water District Will Be Flushing Its Pipes
If your water is supplied by the Augusta Water District, they will be flushing the water mains all next week (September 24th - 28th). How will this affect you?
Stay Safe – Avoid Hitting Animals This Autumn
The animals, especially deer, are on the move. Especially, during dawn and dusk time hours. We want you to stay safe and avoid a collision with your vehicle. Here are some tips for you:
Autumn Bucket List: Maine’s BEST Corn Mazes
We are quickly approaching one of the best seasons Maine has to offer. Autumn in Maine is truly beautiful...and with it comes lots of Fall family friendly activities to do with the kids. If you are looking for some suggestions, consider these aMAZEing corn mazes. Can you get through them all?
Escaped Convicted Murderer Back In Custody
According to the Dover-Foxcroft Police Dept. Arnold Nash (convicted murderer) is back in custody this morning.
GOAT – Greatest Of All Time – Added To The Dictionary!
New words are added, to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, all the time. This month, 850 new words and abbreviations are being added. But this is a win win for New England, Tom Brady and our PATRIOTS!! The dictionary has added GOAT to the dictionary. And I'm not talking 'baa baa' goat...I'm talking 'THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME' goat!
Maine Staycation Ideas: Crooked River Tiny House
I'll admit...the idea of these tiny houses are really peaking my interest. So much, that hubby and I are considering building one when the kids are all grown and moved out...but I hear that never happens. However, in the midst of our dreaming...we can book a nice Maine staycation at this quaint lil home away from home.
Bugs Bugs Bugs And More Bugs Return To The Maine State Museum
September 11th, bugs will flood the Maine State Museum in Augusta. This is a fascinating exhibit that is free to attend. Even if you suffer from some form of bug-phobia, it's worth attending. I did, in the past, and conquered my spider fear and held a tarantula...and lived to talk about it.
Support Maine Cheesemakers & The Maine Cheese Festival This Weekend!
I know, for some people, cheese is as amazing as chocolate! Cheese can, almost, go with anything and everything. If you are a cheese lover, then Freeport is where you'll want to be on Sunday, September 9th.
Augusta Police Warn Public About KILLER HEROIN In Central Maine
The Augusta Police Dept. want the public to be aware of a highly lethal form of heroin that has made its way to Central Maine.
Help Kennebec Sheriff’s Dept. Identify This Person
Can you help the Kennebec County Sheriff's Department? They need your help id'ing this person in regards to theft at Damon's Quick Stop in Randolph.
SAVE THE DATE: Motorcycle Charity Ride – ASAP Cruisin 4 Chiari
Sometimes, an idea is planted and then it grows into reality. I'm so excited about this event...and the opportunity to raise more awareness around the state of Maine, and beyond, about chiari malformation.
NewsCenter 6’s Keith Carson Gets Slammed For Wardrobe
This just appalls me, on so many levels. Apparently, Maine is inundated with Perfect Pattys'. These Perfect Pattys', themselves, are inundated with an endless amount of time on their hands...so much time...that they have the ability to write local weatherman, Keith Carson, about his clothing attire.
FOUND: Bridget Kelley, 16, Missing From Westbrook
WESTBROOK POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORTED THAT BRIDGET KELLEY HAS BEEN FOUND AND IS HOME SAFE.
According to the Westbrook Police Department, Bridget Kelley has been missing since Monday!
CONTACT THE WESTBROOK POLICE DEPARTMENT OR CALL 911 IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING...