August/September
09/06/24 This morning, Star 97.7 talks with Penobscot County Grant Manager Wendy Dana about how that County spent its ARPA funds based on community input. Virtually all the monies went to struggling nonprofits.
09/05/24 Continuing our series on ARPA funding, this morning we talk with Washington County Manager Renee Gray about why that county’s funding all went to one much-needed building project.
09/04/24 This morning, Star 97.7 begins our series on ARPA funding. We spoke with officials from five of Maine’s 16 counties about how funds were earmarked, who made those decisions, and why funds were allocated as they were. We begin with Aroostook and Waldo Counties.
09/03/24
One of our favorites – this morning we talk with Shawn Laatsch, Director of the Versant Power Astronomy Center, about what’s happening there in September!
08/23/24 – The Blue Hill Fair opens in less than a week! Star 97.7 talks with Fair Manager Erik Fitch about what’s new, what’s back, and what’s good to eat on the Midway!
08-08-24 – The pandemic, inflation, staffing issues – it’s been a tough few years for small businesses. But business expert Carol Lee Mitchell tells Star 97.7, the future looks optimistic, according to small business owners.
08/06/24 – Star 97.7 talks with Shawn Laatsch, Director of the Versant Power Astronomy Center, about their August programming and about one of the year’s premier meteor showers – the Perseids!
08/02/24 – Star 97.7 News talks with Boston Globe contributor and award-winning filmmaker about his documentary, “Lobster War”, showing this Saturday at the Milbridge Community Theatre and Arts Center.
07/23/24 – It’s Milbridge Days weekend, and this year’s event is bigger and better than ever (is that even possible?!)! Star 97.7 talks with Volunteer and Organizer Richard Bondurant about the food, the parade, the vendors, the codfish relay and more!
07/17/24 – It’s a Grand July in Ellsworth! Star 97.7 talks with The Grand in Ellsworth Executive Director Nick Turner about current and upcoming happenings at the City’s iconic entertainment hub!
07/11/24 – It’s all about the moon at the Versant Power Astronomy Center this July! Director Shawn Laatsch tells Star 97.7, there’s programming on current space exploration, rockets for kids, and a 50th Anniversary celebration of Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” in this month’s music show! Plus matinees for kids of all ages – visit astro.umaine.edu to learn more!
6-28-24 – Star 97.7 talks with the Director/Caretaker of one of Ellsworth’s treasures about the best place in Ellsworth to “take a hike”. Grayson Richmond gives us the scoop on the Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary and Birdsacre.
6-26-24 – Versant Power Planetarium director Shawn Laatsch tells Star 97.7 their summer matinee programming is in full swing – and there’s lots to look for in the night sky in July!
6-25-24 – Star 97.7 talks with Heart of Ellsworth Director Cara Romano about Downtown Ellsworth’s journey toward being designated a National Historic District – where the process stands, why it’s important, and how you can get involved.
6-24-24 Star 97.7 recently sat down with Corporal Shawn Merchant of the Ellsworth Police department to talk about tonight’s Tip-A-Cop event at Helen’s Restaurant in Ellsworth, which raises money for Special Olympics.
6-20-24 – American Idol finalist and Maine sweetheart and singing sensatin, Julia Gagnon, is coming to The Grand in Ellsworth! One local performer will have the chance to be her opening act! Star 97.7 talks with Grand Executive Director Nick Turner about the concer … and the contest!
6-14-24 Star 97.7 talks with Todd Houghton, President and CEO of Homewatch CareGivers, about a new program that utilizes technology to help seniors age independently in their own homes – while remaining safe and avoiding feelings of loneliness and isolation
6-4-24 Star 97.7 talks with retired Maine State Trooper and former DARE officer Christine Buchanan about the amazing Camp POSTCARD – a camp for kids referred by DARE officers that has its roots right here in Ellsworth.
5-29-24 Star 97.7 talks with singer-songwriter Lara Herscovitch about her musical journey and her upcoming concert at the Milbridge Theatre and Community Arts Center!
5-28-24 There’s a lot going on at the Versant Power Astronomy Center, including upcoming children’s programs all summer long, beginning June 19th. Star 97.7 gets the scoop from Executive Director Shawn Laatsch.
5-16-24 Star 97.7 talks with Corporal Shawn Merchant with the Ellsworth Police Department about the upcoming Special Olympics Torch Run and learns how YOU can be a part of the June 7th event!
5-9-24 Mental illness and suicide – Vic Armstrong, Vice President of Health Equity at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, talks with Star 97.7 about what signs to look for and how to talk with a person who may be contemplating suicide, and shares resources available to help.
5-2-24 For years, Grand Executive Director Nick Turner has been reminding us, this is OUR Grand! Star 97.7 talks with Turner about OUR opportunity to step up and help “Raise the Roof”!
5-1-24 Star 97.7 talks with Ellsworth Historical Society President Jennifer Sala about the upcoming Jane’s Walks this Saturday!