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45+ min ago (461+ words) BANGOR, Maine " The Bangor Public Library was alive with creativity and community Saturday as the fourth annual Bangor Authors" Book Fair and Festival and Festival kicked off. The event brought together more than 100 Maine authors and publishers for a full day of book signings, live readings, publishing panels, and writing workshops. "Every single author that"s here is a Maine author, and all the publishers are Maine publishers. There"s so much talent in the area," Christopher Packard, founder of the Bangor Authors" Fair, said. Organizers said the free event has grown from just 30 authors in its first year to one of the largest gatherings of Maine writers in the state. Packard said the fair is about more than books"it"s about connecting readers and writers. "One of the greatest things about books is that they transport you somewhere,…...

14+ hour, 38+ min ago (327+ words) There's nothing quite like spotting an adorable little pack of fluffy kittens. Sent from the universe as "happy-making" cutie-pies, everything tiny felines do is sure to brighten your day, and bonus points when they're a stunning shade to boot! I have just what you need to feel a little joy this season: a tangerine-tinted Maine Coon kitten crew! Six bundles of joy in various versions of orange are the perfect "sampler pack!" I don't know about you, but even one kitten makes me smile. Two, and my whole day is made. But I'm about to show you SIX ginger Maine Coon kitties just chillaxing and being gorgeous (you're welcome)! The caption says, "Send this to someone who needs the orange sampler pack," so I sent it to myself. The way their colors look like Mom gradually ran out of ink…...

19+ hour, 50+ min ago (478+ words) Maine, often celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and coastal allure, holds an even deeper charm within its small towns. From the tranquil shores of Monhegan Island to the artistic havens of ... Discover Maine: Unveiling the Charm of Its Small Towns Maine, often celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and coastal allure, holds an even deeper charm within its small towns. From the tranquil shores of Monhegan Island to the artistic havens of Brooklin, these communities reveal the state's true essence. This article explores the unique characteristics and experiences that define Maine's small towns, highlighting Brooklin, Monhegan Island, Rangeley, Camden, and Greenville. Brooklin: The Artistic Haven Brooklin, a picturesque village on the Blue Hill Peninsula, is a sanctuary for artists, writers, and boat builders. The town's serene environment, coupled with its historical significance, draws visitors seeking inspiration. E.B. White, the author of "Charlotte's…...

22+ hour, 11+ min ago (406+ words) SKOWHEGAN, Maine (WABI) - Students in the Skowhegan area met at the town's Walmart Friday morning to go Christmas shopping for families who need a helping hand this holiday season. Doing so with nearly $12,000 that took them months to raise. "My group got a three-year-old boy and we were able to shop for that little boy knowing that he's going to have presents under the Christmas tree really made our day today," answered Sophomore at Skowhegan Area High School Abagail Claire. The Skowhegan Armory played as the North Pole on Friday, and the elves were 50 students from Skowhegan, Madison and Carrabec schools. They are a part of Jobs for Maine Graduates. A program that helps 12 thousand students around the state prep for what they want to do after graduation. Also a part of J.M.G., is the Santa's Helpers Project. "I think that…...

23+ hour, 3+ min ago (179+ words) Canisius Golden Griffins (4-6, 0-2 MAAC) at Maine Black Bears (1-11) Orono, Maine; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Black Bears -6.5; over/under is 123.5 BOTTOM LINE: Canisius comes into the matchup against Maine after losing three in a row. The Black Bears have gone 0-2 in home games. Maine is ninth in the America East with 10.3 assists per game led by Bashir N'Galang averaging 1.8. The Golden Griffins are 0-5 on the road. Canisius has a 2-5 record against teams over .500. Maine is shooting 44.0% from the field this season, 0.2 percentage points lower than the 44.2% Canisius allows to opponents. Canisius averages 60.7 points per game, 9.6 fewer points than the 70.3 Maine gives up. TOP PERFORMERS: TJ Biel is averaging 12.1 points and 1.5 blocks for the Black Bears. Ryan Mabrey is averaging 1.3 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games. Kahlil Singleton is scoring 10.9 points per game and averaging 3.8 rebounds for the Golden Griffins. Bryan…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago (1117+ words) The company was founded by a Somali immigrant who later tried to run for office in his home country and allegedly sent money to fund a paramilitary force. A health services contractor in Maine founded by a Somali immigrant is now accused by a whistleblower of defrauding the state's Medicaid program, raising concerns in Congress that fraud in government programs is more widespread than previously known. The recent charges from last month connected to a $1 billion fraud ring among Somali immigrants in Minneapolis, Minnesota, have focused renewed attention from lawmakers on rooting out fraud in federally-funded programs across the country." Just days after the Minnesota fraud ring surfaced in the national conversation, a whistleblower who worked for a health services contractor in Maine came forward in a public interview and alleged the company, Gateway Community Services, defrauded the state's Medicaid…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (444+ words) PORTLAND, Maine " A community organization that provides case management and counseling services to immigrants in Maine is denying accusations that staff overbilled Maine's Medicaid program. Gateway Community Services is the nonprofit that operates Gateway Community Services Maine, which offers case management and counseling to immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, according to its website. On Facebook, GCSM denied the accusations, calling the claims "false," "not accurate," and "full of misinformation."" Staff also said the reporting has led people to try to "disrupt" their operations but did not share specific details. "We understand that misinformation, especially when tied to politically charged narratives, can create fear, confusion, and tension. We do not have any interest in engaging with those that push such narratives. Our focus remains firmly on serving the community with integrity and compassion." NEWS CENTER Maine has reached out to Maine's…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago (426+ words) BANGOR, Maine " The Bangor City Council has temporarily paused its plan to clear a homeless encampment along the rail tracks between Washington and Exchange streets, originally scheduled for Dec. 19. During a city council workshop on Friday, councilors said more time is needed to ensure people living at the site have access to housing and support. RELATED: Bangor to clear major homeless encampment, cites public safety issues "They're not afraid of the trains. They're not afraid of the snow," Councilor Michael Beck said. "You know what they're afraid of? Us and what we're going to do to them." City leaders said roughly 20 people still live at the encampment, and nearly half of them have received housing vouchers or are in the process of getting them. But with limited indoor options, the city cannot house everyone before the original deadline. ""With a…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago (532+ words) by Annie Rupertus, Bangor Daily News Bangor's "Barnacle" parking enforcement device is pictured on Monday in Pickering Square Parking Garage. (Annie Rupertus / BDN) BANGOR, Maine (BDN) -- Bangor's new "Barnacle" parking enforcement device has been used a dozen times and helped the city recoup $2,500 in unpaid parking tickets, according to the company that manages the city's parking. The Barnacle is a trademarked device that clamps onto a car's windshield with suction cups and obstructs the driver's vision, essentially making it impossible " or very dangerous " to drive the car. After sending out warning letters in August to people who had more than three unpaid tickets, the city started deploying the device in October, said Parke Clemons, area manager for PCI Municipal Services, the company contracted by the city to manage parking. The first two months of use have shown that the device,…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago (712+ words) Coleraine 2-0 Bangor (19:45 GMT) Joel Cooper gives the Bannsiders an early lead Matthew Shevlin doubles the advantage after 15 minutes Larne 0-0 Glentoran (19:45 GMT) The ball breaks for Liam Burt outside the Larne penalty area but he can't get over his shot which almost clears the stand behind the goal. Just over half an hour played at the Showgrounds where the home side are firmly in control, thanks to early goals from the deadly duo of Joel Cooper and Matthew Shevlin. We haven't really seen the visitors as an attacking threat yet which will no doubt frustrate their manager Lee Feeney. Ryan Cooney lays the ball into the path of the in-rushing Liam Burt but the midfielder fails to connect adequately with his shot, which trundles harmlessly through to Rohan Ferguson. Coleraine 2 -0 Bangor Matthew Shevlin gets on the end of Joel Cooper's teasing…...