Blaine

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

Welcome to Blaine!

The town of Blaine, incorporated in 1874 and named after politician James G. Blaine, is one of Aroostook County’s great agricultural towns located right along the Canada-United States international border!

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The town was originally named Alva, but, according to local history, “Blaine offered to donate a large bell for the tower of the town’s new meeting hall, if the citizens would rename the town after him. The town’s name was changed, but Blaine never donated a bell. The building still stands on the north end of town, on Route 1.” (Source)

Activities

Central Aroostook Historical Society 58 US-1, Blaine, ME 04734 | (207) 429-9625
- Historical society with collections from the surrounding town of Central Aroostook County. Not currently open to the public, but planning to open in the future at this location.
Riverside Wesleyan 190 Wesleyan Ln, Blaine, ME 04734 | (207) 764-5187
- Register for one of their summer camps for an exciting experience in a beautiful part of Aroostook County!

Dining

Check out dining options in nearby Mars Hill!

Lodging

Blaine Country Cabins 368 Robinson Rd, Blaine, ME 04734 | (207) 227-8261

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- These 5-person cabins have a full kitchen, living room, dining room, bathroom, master bedroom, and a loft!
Magic Pond Retreat Cottage 222 Pierce Rd, Blaine ME 04734 | (571) 215-6137
- A haven surrounded by nature, offering pet-friendly suites with private kitchens!

Shops & Services

Scovil Building Supply 5 Libby Rd, Blaine, ME 04734 | (207) 425-3192
- Supplying products that meet all your hardware needs!

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