1. Bath Iron Works has landed a contract to build a new Navy destroyer named after the youngest Medal of Honor recipient Cpl. Kyle Carpenter. Sen. Collins said “This award is a testament to the highly skilled and hard-working men and women of BIW and once again shows that Bath Built is Best Built.” (PH)
2. A Maine man says he lost nearly $20,000 in a wire transfer scam while trying to lease a car from Bill Dodge Auto Group. The email looked legitimate but was from a spoofed address, sending his money to a fake account. Experts warn these scams are on the rise and urge consumers to verify payment details by phone before wiring funds. (WGME)
3. Biddeford is debating the fate of its 240-foot smokestack, a relic of its “Trash Town” past. Some want it turned into public art or a tourist draw, while others call it an eyesore. Tearing it down could cost $1 million, but it brings in $130K a year from cell tower leases. (PH)
4. The first-ever Back Cove Festival kicks off this weekend at Payson Park with national acts like The Roots and Jack White. There’s no on-site parking, so use free shuttles, a bike valet, or a special METRO bus route. Streets around the park, including Baxter Boulevard, will be closed. Kids 12 and under get in free with a ticketed adult. (WGME)
5. ESPN is featuring the Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland as part of its “50 States in 50 Days” tour. A segment filmed at the 78th annual event will air on Monday’s SportsCenter, showcasing iconic Maine traditions like lobstering, crate races, and more. (PH)
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