Katie Sampson

Portland

Good Day Maine morning anchor on CBS13/FOX23. NH native, Suffolk alum, ice cream lover. Views expressed do not reflect the views of Sinclair Broadcast Group.

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WGME Alexa Flash News Update - AM- 10/4/2024

Oct 3, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

General AlertSinclair Cares: Hurricane Helene Relief Sinclair teamed up with Salvation Army to provide critical relief to communities picking up the pieces left behind by Hurricane Helene.
Maine business that uses beer to create soap now offering gluten-free options

Jul 17, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

SOUTH PORTLAND (WGME) -- A Maine maker, who creates soap with beer, is expanding her business. It's been a year and a half since CBS13 last spoke with Elaine Kinney, the brains behind White Pine Bath & Brew. "I've been expanding a lot physically, growing out of my space a bit. I’ve also been working with more breweries,” Kinney said.
Summer events in Maine continue with music, art, and unique yoga experience

Jul 4, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

Independence Day may be over but summer events in Maine are in full swing!It's another night of great music, dancing and fellowship, featuring Maine's very own American Idol contestant Julia Gagnon and the Country Roads Band. On Saturday, there's a salute to the American flag and retirement ceremony, featuring the 195th Maine Army National Guard band. You're encouraged to bring any flags that may need to be retired. This will feature items for every taste and prices for every pocketbook.
Mainer works to prevent tick bites with sticky product

Jun 26, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

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STRIVE Worldwide: Providing accessible online education for independence

May 16, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

The big dance marathon to raise money for STRIVE is on Friday night!It helps to keep programs going for teens, tweens, and young adults with intellectual and development disabilities. That includes STRIVE Worldwide, which became a popular pandemic online program and is now seeing a boost in support. Hanlon Meijer just got his own apartment less than a year ago and says STRIVE Worldwide has been a huge help.
Maine maker uses basket weaving to connect cultures and support Rwandan women

May 16, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Katie Sampson

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Maine maker uses basket weaving to connect cultures and support Rwandan women

May 15, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Katie Sampson

Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments.
Maine maker uses basket weaving to connect cultures and support Rwandan women

May 15, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

GORHAM (WGME) -- A Maine maker is sharing her family's culture with her community through basket weaving and supporting women in Rwanda at the same time. It's an art form Ange Muhorakeye first learned when she was just five years old at a refugee camp. Each basket is hand woven with dyed sisal wrapped around fragrant sweetgrass. Ange Muhorakeye is sharing her family's culture with her community through basket weaving and supporting women in Rwanda at the same time.
STRIVE Rocks: 20-year anniversary brings back beloved in-person all-night dance marathon

May 14, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

STRIVE is celebrating a big milestone, 20 years of STRIVE Rocks!The all-night dance marathon has seen various venues and some challenges, but the team always pulls through to make it happen. "There's not a lot of things that I’ve done 20 years in a row but STRIVE Rocks is one of them because I think it’s important,” said Sara Brown, with STRIVE.
'It's amazing': STRIVE U program helps to build life skills

May 12, 2024 | wgme.com | Katie Sampson

We are gearing up for STRIVE Rocks! The all-night dance marathon is extra special this year, marking its 20th anniversary and the first in-person event since 2019!STRIVE is committed to supporting tweens, teens, and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. One program that's seen a lot of success is STRIVE U. It's been five years since Bridget Parker graduated from STRIVE U. "I heard about STRIVE from my high school friend and my teachers in high school,” Bridget said.