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Senator Collins Responds to GOP Tax Bill Protesters, May Change Vote
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U.S. Supreme Court denies Maine GOP’s request to stop ranked choice voting
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LOOK AT THIS: Two moose were seen taking a stroll this morning in downtown Houlton. 📹 Melissa Tidd
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An ice disk in Haynesville as captured by TV5 viewer Chris Gooley
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WOW! Look at this Bobcat that was spotted in Orono Sunday morning. 📷 Betsy Trask Brooks.
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An ice disk was spotted Friday morning in Bear Brook on Madagascal Pond Road in Burlington.
📸: Kathi Doyle
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Maine hospital stops scheduling employees who are not vaccinated
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Please welcome Sierra Whaley to WABI TV5! She is originally from Charleston, South Carolina but she is no stranger to Maine! Sierra has spent the last year and a half living in the Pine Tree State.
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Check it out!
The Northern Lights were visible across parts of Maine last night.
Amanda Bracy snapped these great photos from Cranberry Isles.
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Proposed additions to Amtrak’s Downeaster rail line could include Bangor, Waterville, Augusta and Lewiston.
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Please welcome Kodichi Lawrence to the WABI TV5 team! She is our new Waterville Bureau Chief. Kodichi is originally from Houston, but is looking forward to learning to drive in the snow here in Maine.
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Happy 90th birthday to our friend and colleague, the legendary George Hale! George is closing in on 70 years in broadcasting in both radio and television in Bangor. Besides weekday mornings on WVOM, you can still hear his commentary on the world of sports Fridays on WABI TV5.
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GOVERNOR MILLS: When asked about public opinion: "I am not putting my finger to the wind to figure out which way the public pulse is going...it's not about popularity...it's about protecting the lives of Maine people."
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A familiar face is making his return to TV and to
@WABI_TV5
! Longtime local Meteorologist Steve McKay will be laboring this Labor Day weekend, starting tonight. You'll see Steve from time to time after Monday, too, so be sure to drop him a "Hi" below
#firstalert
#mewx
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BREAKING NEWS: The body of Robert Card has been found, according to multiple sources.
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Another bobcat sighting!
Naomi Thornhill Patten captured this photo in Hampden Wednesday morning. She say's it was at the bird feeder.
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Largest single gift ever.
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Breaking News! A new addition to the TV5 family is coming this summer.
Congratulations to
@BrittanyWABI
and her husband, Tyson! 👶
We can't wait to meet baby McHatten!
📸: Seth Pops Photography (
@orangecrocs
)
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Happy 91st birthday to our friend and colleague, the legendary George Hale! 🎂
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Join us in congratulating photojournalist Mark Rediker on 25 years at WABI TV5!
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BREAKING: Company officials have told the Maine State Fire Marshals Office that all workers are accounted for and there have been no injuries.
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Maine to make school meals free for all students
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Aurora from East Millinocket this morning.
Photo c/o: Emily Cannon
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“This is really a fight for Western values. It’s a fight for democracy. It’s a fight for freedom. It’s a fight against authoritarianism and dictatorship."
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The state of Maine shipped potatoes by train for the first time in four decades this winter thanks to a strong harvest in Maine and heat and dry weather in the West.
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Police confirm John Williams has been ARRESTED. He was found in the woods off route 139 in Norrigewock shortly before 1. We’ll have all the details tonight on TV5 News at 6.
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Gov. Janet Mills has declared victory in the race for Maine governor over former Gov. Paul Lepage.
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Congratulations to
@BSullivanTV
on the birth of his daughter! Welcome to the
@WABI_TV5
family, Layla🎉
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Breaking (Baby) News!: Daniel John McHatten made his debut yesterday weighing 6 lbs. 12 oz. Congratulations to
@BrittanyWABI
and Tyson.💙 Welcome to the TV5 family, Baby Daniel!
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Today we remember "The Man in Black." Johnny Cash would have celebrated his 90th birthday Saturday. 🖤
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🌨It's National Weatherperson's Day! Today we are celebrating out First Alert weather team!❄
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Do you agree? President Trump is calling for the arrest of anyone who tries to damage a federal statue under a law that calls for up to 10 years imprisonment.
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Former President Donald Trump has won the Maine Republican presidential primary, the Associated Press projects.
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Lori Welch captured this photo of a hummingbird at Upper Wilson Pond in Greenville.
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🍼Breaking News! 🍼Louis “Louie” Edward Sullivan made his arrival this morning! Congratulations to
@BSullivanTV
, Holly and Big Sister Layla! Welcome to the WABI family, Baby Louie. 💙
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The TV5 team wishes our former anchor,
@newsyCaitlin
GOOD LUCK as she takes on the Boston Marathon. It may be cold, wet, and dreary along the race course but we know Caitlin will brighten the day running in honor of her grandfather.
#BostonMarathon
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He's baaaaack! We promised Meteorologist Steve McKay would be sneaking his way into the
@WABI_TV5
First Alert Forecast Center from time to time. No matter what the weather, Steve always has a "sunny" disposition. 😊 Catch him at 5/6/10/11pm tonight and tomorrow!
#firstalert
#mewx
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A little over a decade ago,
@WayneHarvey
made his way to WABI. You've seen his smiling face and heard his jokes each weekday morning as he has appeared on your television set. Tomorrow is his last day on air. We hope you'll join us in sending him off on his next adventure.
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"We don't want to be consumed by or with hatred."
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Check out this morning's sunrise in Ellsworth!
📸: Michelle Foskett
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This comes amid a series of recent bills across several states that organizers say attack transgender rights.
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Gov. Janet Mills signed a bill into law on Tuesday that will allow 16- and 17-year-old’s to receive gender-affirming hormone therapy without parental consent in some situations.
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Meteorologist Chris Ewing says goodbye to TV5 viewers
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Guards at the Windsor Castle played the US national anthem Saturday to mark the anniversary.
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Gov. Janet Mills’ office says she believes Mainers have the right to expect their health care workers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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BREAKING: According to staff at Mass General Hospital- Larry Lord, the LEAP Inc employee injured in the Farmington explosion is now in fair condition
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We are excited to introduce you to Tom Krosnowski! He is from New Jersey and is our newest anchor and reporter.
You can watch him every Monday-Friday at 10 p.m. on the CW and 11 p.m. on WABI.
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President Joe Biden is expected to visit Maine next week, as of right now, it’s unclear why he’ll be visiting or what for.
President Biden set to visit Maine on Friday
President Biden last visited Maine in 2018.
www.wabi.tv
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“We want them to be safe, we want them to be proud, and we want them to go home at the end of the night to their families in one piece."
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Dr. Shah has been appointed Principal Deputy Director at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC)
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Word got to Bear that it's
@chrisewingwabi
's last day at WABI, and he thinks it's a doggone shame! Thank you to TV5 viewer Nicole for sharing this sweet picture with us 💛
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It's a bittersweet day here at WABI TV5 because we are saying goodbye to
@allegrazamore
! We are sad to see you go but wish all the best on your new adventure!
Tune in tonight for her final newscasts.
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We stand with Paris. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people affected by this tragic shooting.
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UPADTE: Penobscot County Dispatch has confirmed that FOX ABC Bangor anchor Blake Lipton has been found safe Tuesday night.
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@JasonVaritek_
(cc
@RedSox
) Vera turned 104 yesterday in Rockland, Maine. She is a big fan! In fact....she said, "Boston Red Sox! Big fan. Jason Varitek called me on my 100th birthday. I don't know if he's gonna do it this time."
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Nifty, nifty, look who's 50!!! 😉
The big 5-0 never looked so good. (We can get away with telling you her age since she posted it herself earlier today.) Enjoy your birthday celebration,
@CatherineWABI
! 🎂
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Maine men’s hockey defeats No. 1 Boston College, 4-2
No. 12 UConn edges Black Bear women’s team, 1-0, earlier in the day
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After 39 years,
@timthrock
is retiring from TV5. Watch as we take a walk down memory lane. This livestream will be available from 7-7:30pm.
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Maine is the fourth state in the U.S. to achieve that milestone.
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Maine’s Adrianna Smith wins America East Player of the Year
She averaged 23.5 points per game in league games helping Maine to an 11-5 conference record in her sophomore campaign
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It’s not always easy being a role model. But, when you’re the head coach of the only Division I women’s basketball team in the state, it sort of comes with the territory.
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Meteorologist Curt Olson helped Ruth Bunt of Bucksport celebrate her 106th birthday today! 🎂
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Mills says they will be making decisions regarding school based on recommendations from public health officials and not based on politics.
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Cooper Flagg and the Nokomis boy’s basketball team, who were wearing orange wristbands in support of classmate Aidan Anderson, who recently began his battle against leukemia.
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Happy 88th birthday to George Hale!!! Thank you for making WABI a part of your incredible career!
Happy birthday to the man, the myth, the media legend -George Hale 🎉 88 years young and still going strong! Thumbs up to another year, George👍🏻
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Donald Trump Tackles Hillary Clinton, Immigration, & National Debt in Portland
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UMaine’s Ricard set to Workout for Washington, Likely Miami… UMaine Sets 2017 Opener
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Some more moose on the loose!
Oh hey there! 🙋🏻♀️ Look what I found on my way to Baxter State Park this morning! 😊 Just a note - I am in the passenger seat taking this video!
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According to the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, 16-year-old Dillon Kimball of Hermon has been found safe.
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Maine’s Teacher of the Year and 49 other state winners had what is sure to be considered an “excused absence” Wednesday, taking a “field trip” to the White House.
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All counties now designated ‘green’ after dramatic drop in COVID-19 positivity rate
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Sen. Rand Paul suspended from YouTube for false COVID-19 claims
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Today is National K9 Veterans Day - day set aside to honor the service and sacrifice of American military and working dogs throughout our history. 🐾🇺🇸
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“This sign says, ‘Bangor Maine 1992. I’ve saved your guitar pick for 30 years. Do you want it back?’” Instead of accepting Jessica Cloukey’s offer to return the pick, Garth Brooks gave her another one, along with his guitar clip.
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