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  • 1 week ago | wabi.tv | Joy Hollowell

    Maine (WABI) - In April, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior described autism as a “tragedy” that “destroys families.”He noted kids with autism will “never pay taxes, never hold a job, never play baseball.”Kennedy later said he was referring to people with “profound autism.”His words struck a nerve with the autism community, including Connor Archer, the founder and CEO of The Courageous Steps Project.

  • 2 weeks ago | wabi.tv | Joy Hollowell

    Maine (WABI) - First responders are the first ones on scene when someone calls for help,But they can also be the last ones to reach out for help when it comes to mental health struggles. A new program aims to bridge the gap between public safety workers and mental wellness support. Joy Hollowell introduces us to the Toned Out Project. =======“Some people don’t even know how to ask.

  • 1 month ago | wabi.tv | Joy Hollowell

    PENOBSCOT, Maine (WABI) - This is National Library Week. In Penobscot, the community is celebrating the library’s 50th anniversary. Leafing through books at the Penobscot Children’s Library brings these women back to 1975. They were all young mothers at that time, and very good friends. “Taking turns babysitting for the kids and creating activities for them,” recalls Patty Hutchins. At that time, Maine had a “Right to Read” summer book program.

  • Aug 19, 2024 | wabi.tv | Joy Hollowell

    Maine (WABI) - School starts as soon as next week for many Maine students. And while this can be an exciting time of year, school can also cause anxiety for some. Joy Hollowell spoke with local experts about how to soothe the stress for both students and parents. =====“We want kids to be excited to come back to school,” says Old Town Elementary School Principal.

  • Aug 6, 2024 | wabi.tv | Joy Hollowell

    LIMESTONE, Maine (WABI) - The current 69th Bomb Squadron, stationed in North Dakota, flew to Loring Air Force Base this weekend for a reunion. Its Lead Crew Chief is a native from Winterport. Staff Sargeant Kaylie LePage became a Crew Chief in 2018. That’s the same year she went into the United States Air Force after graduating from Hampden Academy. In 2021, LePage was named the Lead Crew Chief. She oversees 10 to 15 airmen at any given time as well as the maintenance of her jet.

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