Brian Sullivan

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Anchor and Reporter at WABI-TV (Bangor, ME)

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‘Rule the Road’ free event for young drivers in Bangor Saturday

3 weeks ago | wabi.tv | Brian Sullivan

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Do you feel like the young driver in your life could use some extra practice? There is a free event this weekend in Bangor. Rule the Road is for 15 to 18-year-olds who recently got their license, permit, or are currently taking drivers ed. The Maine Bureau of Highway Safety sponsored event is made up of stations that simulate some real world situations.
Anglers restaurants sold to owner of Governor’s

3 weeks ago | wabi.tv | Brian Sullivan

NEWPORT/SEARSPORT, Maine (WABI) - A local restauranteur isn’t resting on his laurels as he expands his operations with two recent purchases. Jason Clay bought Governor’s a few years back. When he did, he knew he would keep his ears open to add more if the right opportunity came along. Enter Anglers owner Bud Hall who was looking to sell. Both parties starting communications about a year ago, and last week, the sale of the Newport and Searsport locations was finalized.
Not as many browntail moths nest this year, but caterpillars are still around

1 month ago | wabi.tv | Brian Sullivan

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - There is good and bad news when it comes to browntail moth caterpillars in the area. The good news is that a naturally occurring fungus wiped out a large portion of browntail nests this year. In Bangor, following a survey of city trees, only a few spots were found and treated. Those were in the Fairmount neighborhood. The bad news is there are still caterpillars around. They have recently hatched and are feeding now. You can spot them by their distinctive two orange dots.
Emotions run high after lease awarded to new Winterport Dragway operator

1 month ago | wabi.tv | Brian Sullivan

WINTERPORT, Maine (WABI) - Things turned contentious at times during a Winterport town meeting Tuesday night. Emotions ran high after the town council voted to withdraw a lease agreement from the Winterport Dragway Association. The council voted to award a new lease to Crystal Lancaster. Lancaster and her partner spoke during the meeting saying they plan to continue racing at Fernald Field and asked for people to support them.
Bilingual Black Bears form bond with Brewer students

1 month ago | wabi.tv | Brian Sullivan

BREWER, Maine (WABI) - Here’s something to smile about. Tuesday’s at the Brewer Community School are the highlight of the week for a group of student whose first language isn’t English. That’s in large part because of the bond they’ve formed with members of the Maine Women’s Basketball team. Paula Gallego and Ona Alarcón were born in Spain. They are among a group of players on the Maine Women’s Basketball team that make regular visits to the Brewer Community School.
Los Angeles Faces Heavy Rain, Mudslide Threat From New Storm

Mar 12, 2025 | bloomberg.com | Brian Sullivan

Heavy rain and snow will sweep across Southern California late Wednesday, raising the risk of mudslides and flooding across the region, including the sites of January’s devastating fires. There is a 30% to 50% chance of flooding and debris flows in the area, said Devin Black, a National Weather Service meteorologist. Rainfall after midnight will likely reach one-half to three-quarters of an inch.
Stephen King's radio stations to sign off for good at month's end

Dec 2, 2024 | wmtw.com | Brian Sullivan

Three Maine radio stations owned by acclaimed author Stephen King are signing off for good at the end of the month.The Zone Corporation announced Monday morning that after 41 years of King’s ownership, Bangor area channels WZON (620 AM), WKIT (100.3 FM), and WZLO (103.1 FM) will sign off on Dec. 31.In a press release obtained by WABI, WMTW's media partner, King cited losses in the millions of dollars and his advancing age as reasons for the shutdown.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Pioneers blast Pirates 42-12

Sep 21, 2024 | newsandtribune.com | Brian Sullivan

CLARKSVILLE — After struggling to put points on the scoreboard the first three weeks, the Class A No. 2 Providence Pioneers now appear to be getting into more of an offensive rhythm as they hit midseason. Coach Daniel McDonald's squad followed up a season-high 45 points in last week's win over Clarksville, with a 42-12 triumph over visiting Charlestown on Friday night at Murphy Stadium. The victory extended Providence's regular-season win streak to 14.
Malibu in Southern California Rocked by Early Morning Earthquake

Sep 12, 2024 | bnnbloomberg.ca | Brian Sullivan

(Bloomberg) -- Southern California was rocked by a mid-sized earthquake centered near Malibu early Thursday and will likely feel a few more aftershocks throughout the morning. A 4.7-magnitude quake struck along the coast near the beach city at 7:28 a.m. local time, followed minutes later by a 2.8 aftershock, said Paul Caruso, a geophysicist with the US Geological Survey.
UMaine dining company hosting hiring event Thursday

Jul 8, 2024 | wabi.tv | Brian Sullivan

ORONO, Maine (WABI) - Opportunity knocks at the University of Maine later this week. Sodexo, the company that handles dining services on campus, is hosting a job fair Thursday from noon to four. It’s at the Memorial Union in rooms 229 and 231. There are full and part time jobs available in a variety of spots that range from the dining halls to working the many live sporting events on campus. They’re also looking to staff a full Starbucks and Sal’s Pizza that will open in the Union this fall.