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PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) – Aroostook County is mourning the loss of one of its own after a fishing vessel sank off the coast of Massachusetts, claiming the lives of seven people aboard.

Among them was Staff Sergeant Freeman Short, a fisherman from Presque Isle, whose death has sent shockwaves through both the local fishing community and the Maine Army National Guard.

The 72-foot fishing vessel Lily Jean went down roughly 25 miles off Cape Ann early last Friday morning, after its emergency beacon activated around 6:50 a.m.

According to the U.S. Coast Guard, crews launched an immediate and extensive search effort, covering more than 1,000 square miles using aircraft, cutters, and small boats in what officials described as extremely dangerous conditions.

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One body was recovered Friday, but after more than 24 hours of continuous searching, the Coast Guard announced it was suspending active search efforts.

In a post shared by the Maine National Guard, Short was remembered not only as a fisherman, but as a dedicated soldier, mentor, and leader.

Short served as an Infantryman with Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 172nd Infantry (Mountain), joining the Guard in 2012.

He deployed to the Horn of Africa in 2021 and was posthumously promoted to Staff Sergeant.

U.S. Senator Susan Collins also paid tribute to Short, calling him “a bright light” who loved his family, the Maine outdoors, and his country. She noted that the tragedy is a stark reminder of how dangerous work at sea can be.

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Maine’s juvenile offenders and at-risk youth have been cast aside again | Opinion


Mariah Pizzuto is a licensed social worker and MSW student at the University of Maine at Orono. She is also a former Child Protective Services caseworker.

The Maine State Legislature has again failed to affect real change regarding Long Creek Youth Development Center. LD 1923, An Act to Repurpose Long Creek Youth Development Center and Build a Community System of Support, has been amended to the point where we will not see real action on the subject for another five years, if at all.

The original bill proposed that the facility be repurposed with a start date of no later than Jan. 1, 2027. Amendments now state that studies will be conducted over the next five years to provide recommendations for exactly how the facility should be changed — ridiculous considering the fact that the state has known since 2021, when Gov. Mills vetoed legislation to close the facility due to a lack of proper interventions being in place, that supports for Maine’s juvenile offenders and at-risk youth need to be investigated.

Here we are, five years later, with the state putting off change yet again in favor of “studies.” How many of our youth must be exposed to the revolving door of a broken criminal justice system before we see real steps forward? Frankie Bachelder, a former resident of Long Creek who was there five separate times from the ages of 14-16, said it best in his testimony to the Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety:

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“Each time I was released from Long Creek, there was no real treatment plan, no meaningful re-entry support and no follow-up care. I was sent home and expected to do better, with the same trauma, the same addiction issues and the same lack of support I had before…..the problem wasn’t that I was incapable of change. The problem was that Long Creek wasn’t designed to help me change.”

Powerful, impactful words from a youth who has firsthand experience in not only being
subjected to Long Creek, but finding his way out of addiction and maladaptive behaviors. We know what needs to be done. LD 1923, before its amendments, outlined it in perfect clarity. We must implement services for housing, behavioral health, education, substance use disorder prevention and treatment, wrap-around case management, the list goes on.

The original bill even included a section regarding development of a working group to study options and best practices for repurposing the land and facilities at the center — we had it all, but it was taken away in order for the state to avoid assuming responsibility for affecting change by 2027.

“I’m standing here today employed, sober, involved in my community and working with youth organizations because someone finally invested in my rehabilitation. I am living proof that when we focus on treatment instead of punishment, lives change,” Frankie Bachelder testified.

What is stopping Maine legislators from being the force to invest in our youth? I know that fixing a broken system will take time, money and effort. I know that it is a massive responsibility and it is much easier to let things continue on as they currently stand. Mr. Bachelder probably felt the same after repeated stints at Long Creek. But if he can turn things around, make an effort to dig himself out of a system that is not designed to help him and support his improvement, then the very least we can do is follow his lead.

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But we won’t. The Maine State Legislature has proven that. We have failed him, and will continue to fail every child that enters our broken and outdated facility. Why are we so afraid to take action?



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Colleges: Despite two home runs, UML baseball team falls to Maine

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One day after a nine-run victory over Maine, the UMass Lowell baseball team fell 9-5 to the Black Bears during America East action at LeLacheur Park in Lowell.

Despite the game being played in 35-degree temperatures, the River Hawks received a pair of home runs.

Catcher Nicholas Solorzano blasted a solo homer to right field in the second inning. In the ninth inning, first baseman Sean O’Leary ripped a pitch over the fence in right field.

UML managed eight hits. O’Leary led the offense, going 2-for-5 with an RBI and scoring two runs. Center fielder Carlos Martinez went 2-for-5 and drove in one run. Third baseman Joseph DeLanzo went 1-for-4 and collected one RBI.

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But three UML pitchers allowed 14 hits to Maine, which scored twice in the second inning, three runs in the fourth and two more runs in the seventh.

Taking the loss was Brian Foley (0-2). Foley allowed seven hits and five earned runs, while striking out four, in 3.1 innings. He was followed on the mound by Nolan Geisler, who yielded seven hits and two earned runs in 3.2 innings.

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A group of runners from the UMass Lowell men’s and women’s outdoor track and field team competed on the final day of the Raleigh Relays on Saturday afternoon in Raleigh, N.C.

Junior Emily Burdick (Billerica) kicked off the day in the women’s 800-meter run, finishing in 156th place with a 2:17.20 mark.

Next was the women’s 200, where junior Jayani Santos (Tewksbury) impressed with a 39th-place performance out of 149 runners in 24.75.

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The men followed, starting with sophomore Michael Fisher (Wallingford, Conn.) in the 200. He claimed 80th place in 22.46. The 800m run closed out the weekend and graduate student Graham Stedfast (Rowley) and senior Basit Iddriss (Milford) ran well. Stedfast finished in 29th place with a time of 1:51.33, while Iddriss claimed 113th place in 1:53.98.

“It was a good finish to the trip,” said UML head coach Gary Gardner. “Mike and Jayani ran solid second races for the weekend. Emily and Basit had their fastest openers ever. Graham had an illness and lost 10 pounds last week so we are very pleased with his race.”

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In Lowell, senior Macy Shultz (Adams, N.Y.) posted a team-high five points, but UMass Lowell fell 16-10 to the Bryant Bulldogs in the team’s first home conference game of the season.

“A bit of a broken record here,” said UML head coach Lisa Miller. “We are competing. We had players who made and were trying to make plays. We need to keep scrapping, trying to come up with draw control and clear the ball. We are playing good defense and scoring consistently. Need to find a way to generate more offensive possessions.”

Shultz, who finished with three goals and two assists, was one of six River Hawks (4-7, 0-2 AE) to record at least a goal in the contest. Senior Grace Lydon (Rowley) collected two goals and two assists, while junior Bronwyn Hilbert (Lancaster, Pa.) added three points off a goal and two assists.

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Junior Chloe Bowers (Whitefish Bay, Wis.) added a pair of goals, while sophomore Georgia Ruscitti (Toronto, Ontario) and redshirt freshman Chiara Pompei (Catonsville, Md.) each tallied a goal.

The River Hawks went straight to work, as Hilbert found Shultz open for the first goal of the contest just over a minute in. Only a few minutes later, the hosts struck again, this time with Lydon finding the back of the net off a Hilbert assist, putting her squad in front 2-0. The Bulldogs retaliated with haste, though, scoring four straight to take a 4-2 lead into the second quarter.

The River Hawks will visit the Binghamton Bearcats next Saturday.

Men’s lacrosse

Endicott College defeated Roger Williams, 19-3, in Conference of New England action at Hempstead Stadium in Beverly.

Adam Priest (Billerica) and Manny Marshall (Chelmsford) found the back of the net twice in the wire-to-wire victory.

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The Best Small Town In Maine For Seniors

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Whether you are a lifelong Mainer looking for a practical place to settle into retirement or you are planning a move from out of state, Bangor makes a strong case as a smart landing spot for seniors. Set inland and generally more affordable than many of Maine’s coastal communities, the third most populous city in the state delivers the essentials retirees care about: strong healthcare access and the feel of a regional hub. Fun local outings help round that out, from exploring the Cole Land Transportation Museum and its collection of historic vehicles to catching a concert at the Maine Savings Amphitheater on the waterfront. Stephen King’s famous former home on West Broadway also gives Bangor an extra point of interest that makes time in town feel a little more memorable. Better yet, Bangor puts you within easy driving distance of one of the country’s most recognizable protected landscapes: Acadia National Park and the Bar Harbor shoreline.

Money Makes it Farther in Bangor

Overlooking Bangor, Maine.

Stable living is a critical component of retiring comfortably, and Bangor makes this possibility a reality for seniors. Many retirees become renters in their golden years when they relocate, and the median rent in Bangor for a one-bedroom house is $1,300, according to Zillow data, which is lower than the national median. The housing market for those seniors looking to purchase a new home instead is similarly promising. Homes here have a median list price of approximately $305,000, which is lower than the almost $400,000 median list price across the country and in Maine.

Penobscot River in Bangor, Maine.
Penobscot River in Bangor, Maine.

In terms of cost of living, Bangor falls significantly below the coastal communities of Maine. According to the Economic Research Institute’s data, Bangor is 6% less expensive than the average city in Maine, and transportation costs are more affordable than the average in the United States.

Living Life to the Fullest

One of the primary advantages of living in Bangor is the amenities that come with its larger population and city size. Between healthcare, historical landmarks, cultural centers, and eateries, seniors do not have to compromise things to do as they age in Bangor.

Dining

Downtown Bangor, Maine, in the fall.
Downtown Bangor, Maine, in the fall.

Eating in the city is a combination of flavors, cultures, and experiences. Locals here love Dysart’s Restaurant Broadway, a part-gas station, part-truck stop that was recognized by Food & Wine Magazine as the best of its kind in America back in 2022. This restaurant has curated a menu focused on made-from-scratch Maine staple comfort foods, whether that is the Signature Mac & Cheese or the Maine Baked Beans.

Many locals will also help places like The Butcher, The Baker, solidify their claim as the Best American Restaurant in Bangor, by keeping this upscale dining option on Hammond Street popular year-round. The menu here is diverse and meticulously crafted over 40 years in the food service industry, whether you have a plate of drunken noodles or halibut.

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Things to Do

Detail of the gate and house of Stephen King in Bangor, Maine.
The gate and house of Stephen King in Bangor, Maine.

Bangor has a lot of history to find and explore for seniors, especially those interested in the evolution of land transportation through the centuries. In the Cole Land Transportation Museum, right off of I-95 and a heavily frequented tourist attraction, visitors find over 200 vehicles ranging from the logging sleds of old to locomotives and 18-wheelers. This 35-acre facility also houses a few smaller museums dedicated to the World War II Veterans Memorial, the Maine Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Maine Korean Veterans Memorial.

Transition from history to entertainment with some of Bangor’s most frequented attractions, such as the sprawling Victorian mansion where world-renowned horror author Stephen King lived on West Broadway. For actual entertainment, seniors and other residents fill the seats of the Maine Savings Amphitheater all year, which draws major touring acts to the waterfront.

World-Renowned Healthcare

Main Street, downtown Bangor, Maine
Main Street, downtown Bangor, Maine

Being connected to one of the best healthcare facilities in the state makes senior living more manageable and keeps independent living possible. The Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center on State Street is highly regarded, recently earning the only overall five-star rating in Maine in Forbes’ Top Hospitals in America. This facility is known for a wide array of services ranging from cardiac care and cancer treatment to orthopedics and surgery. For seniors retiring in Bangor, having Maine’s only five-star hospital nearby is a critical component to aging comfortably and safely.

Explore Nearby Bar Harbor

Blue waters off Bar Harbor, Maine.
Overlooking Bar Harbor, Maine.

One of the best places for seniors to explore near Bangor is Bay Harbor, a highly recognizable coastal community in Maine. The town is about 50 miles south via Routes 1A and 3. Bar Harbor is the gateway to both Mount Desert Island and the greater Acadia National Park. This impressive natural wonder boasts 120 miles of trails for hiking up small summits and to places like Cadillac Mountain, and countless beautiful sights to behold from Sand Beach to Thunder Hole.

But the town has a lot to offer the senior for a day trip from Bangor as well, from the boutique shops, the locally owned eateries, and the whale-watching cruises. Places like Geddy’s stand out, known for being family-friendly and offering fresh seafood to go with their charming nautical themes. From ahi tuna tacos to fresh oysters, Geddy’s plates some of the best things to come out of the harbor.

Bangor Is Best for Seniors

Whether you have always lived in Maine and recently began considering the most affordable and connected place in the state for seniors entering retirement, or are making a multi-state move, Bangor makes a convincing argument as a sensible place to land. Bangor remains a more affordable option away from the coast, without compromising on amenities like a five-star hospital, and is a short drive from one of the nation’s most recognizable protected natural wonders, Acadia National Park.



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