WAGM-TV (Presque Isle, ME )

WAGM-TV is a Fox-affiliated television station serving Northern Maine and Western New Brunswick, Canada. It is based in Presque Isle, Maine, and broadcasts a high-definition digital signal on VHF channel 8 from a transmitter located on the northern part of Mars Hill Mountain, where wind turbines are also situated. Viewers can watch WAGM on Time Warner Cable channel 12, in high definition on digital channel 704, as well as on Rogers Cable channel 9 and in high definition on digital channel 145. The station is owned by Gray Television and has its studios located on Brewer Road (SR 210) in Presque Isle. Some of the syndicated shows aired by WAGM include Entertainment Tonight, The Insider, Extra, and Family Feud, among others.

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English

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#160996

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#45295

Arts and Entertainment/TV Movies and Streaming

#1166

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‘Just end him’: Group of 5th grade girls accused of plotting to kill a boy at school

3 days ago | wagmtv.com | Micaela Marshall |Casey Torres |Emily Van de Riet

SURPRISE, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) – Four elementary school girls in Arizona are accused of plotting to kill a classmate by stabbing him in a school bathroom. The case involves four girls, ages 10 and 11, who are fifth graders at Legacy Traditional School’s West Surprise campus. A newly released report from Surprise Police said the friends devised the plan during lunch and recess on Oct. 1, 2024.
Medical Monday - Hernias

1 week ago | wagmtv.com | Brian Bouchard

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Hernias - They’re more common than you might think and they don’t always require surgery. It’s the focus of this week’s Medical Monday with Brian Bouchard “A hernia happens at weak spots in the belly wall. It’s not really in the muscle, but the tough stuff called fascia that wraps around the muscle and holds everything in place...
One less historic building in Van Buren

1 week ago | wagmtv.com | Megan Waceken

VAN BUREN, Maine (WAGM) - Van Buren is known for its historic buildings, and now the town has one less historic building. Formerly known as the Yacht Club on 88 Main Street, a decades-old building has now been demolished. The demolition was planned by the town of Van Buren, and plans have already been put in place as to what will be in that spot next. The building stood three stories tall and held countless memories for folks and Van Buren.
Influx of Real IDs cause 90 day wait for an appointment to the BMV

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Megan Waceken

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - An hour wait or more at the BMV isn’t always doable for folks. And with the appointments being scheduled 90 days out, some folks are getting in a bind when it comes to their driver’s license expiration date. The Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows, shared some tips to help those folks out. The Real ID requirement has many working on getting theirs so they can continue to fly.
Throwback Thursday - Young Fathers

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Brian Bouchard

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - With Father’s Day just around the corner, many are reflecting on the important role dads play in shaping young lives. It’s the focus of this week’s Throwback Thursday with Brian Bouchard. Too often, the conversation around teen parenting focuses only on young mothers. But in the late 80s, a program set out to change that.
Three ride bikes from Madawaska to Kittery to celebrate 40th birthdays

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Will Wagner

EDINBURG, Maine (WABI) - Two friends along with a younger brother from Windham are celebrating their 40th birthdays by riding bikes from Madawaska all the way down to Kittery. “I wanted to do something pretty epic for my 40th birthday. Luckily, I have a very supportive wife who let me do this and a really cool boss who gave me a leave of absence,” explained Isaac Stroe, who organized much of the trip. “I really thought he was gonna drop the idea.
MIAC, FBI warn about violent online group ‘764′ targeting children

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Alyssa Thurlow

AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - A new warning from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in collaboration with the Maine Information and Analysis Center. A network of violent predators may be trying to target your children online. One of the major groups is known as “764”, based out of Texas. The terror group exploits young victims, many between the ages of 10 and 17. We do want to warn you; some of these details are disturbing.
A lack in Canadian tourism throughout the county

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Megan Waceken

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Tourism has been low in the county. It started with late winter snowfall, and now this spring has had a decrease in visitors from across the border. Since 2014, George Dionne has prepared the Grand Isle Campground for the visitors the camping season brings in.
All roads and trails open for the season in Baxter State Park

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Will Wagner

BAXTER STATE PARK, Maine (WABI) - After a long winter, all roads and trails in Baxter State Park have opened for the season. It comes with the opening of the Saddle Slide Trail after most Katahdin and Traveler Mountain Trails opened on Friday. Keep in mind, prices for parking and camping reservations have hiked up by a few dollars for this season. Entrance to the park for Maine residents remains free of charge. Copyright 2025 WABI. All rights reserved.
Elder abuse awareness and services aimed to help

2 weeks ago | wagmtv.com | Megan Waceken

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - The Hope and Justice Project has helped many people get out of an abusive domestic relationship, but you may not know that it is also a resource for folks experiencing Elder Abuse. For Elder Abuse Awareness month, we spoke with the executive director, Courtney Chasse, at the Hope and Justice Project to learn more. “We work with, on average, about 60 people per year, which seems like a small number, but for abuse in later life,” says Chasse.