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1. The wreckage of the Maine-based fishing vessel Emmy Rose has been located six months after it sank off the coast of Massachusetts. Four Maine fishermen were killed. (WMTW)
2. The U.S. tops 33.1 million covid-19 cases with more than 590,000 related deaths. The Maine CDC reported 2 new deaths and 92 new cases on Monday (the fewest new daily cases since February) bringing Maine’s death toll to 822 with 120 Mainers hospitalized. More than 50% of Mainers are fully vaccinated. (WMTW)
3. There is now a shortage of porta-potties in Maine as demand for them surges. There is also a shortage of workers at the company that manufactures the porta potties. (WMTW)
4. The Maine Red Claws are now the Maine Celtics. Crusher, the clawed mascot, will now be Kelly green instead of red. Merch is already available at mainegoesgreen.com (NEWS CENTER)
5. Hot Radio Maine’s Beach Trip with Erica Banks (Made Hot In Maine by Partners Bank) is June 3rd OUTSIDE on Hampton Beach at Bernie’s Beach Bar featuring DJ Jon with special guests Sydney and Brit Martin. Just added a special appearance by BIA performing Whole Lotta Money… Tickets on sale NOW.
Made Hot in Maine by Maine Hardware! Going out on the water this summer? Get your marine supplies at Maine Hardware, in store or online at www.mainehardware.com! Open 7 days, 274 St. John St. Portland!
