I have been covering Maine people and stories of public interest for more than 25 years. With genuine interest, I provide news and public affairs information to the people of Maine utilizing both radio and online media platforms. My other passions include my family and music. I am the founder of The Gifts of Music and also volunteer for the Susan G Komen Race for the Cure.
Susan Patten
Young Driver Killed; Two Others Injured in Hiram Crash
A young woman is dead after losing control of her vehicle on a curve, and two others were hurt.
Hey! Are You Good with a Chainsaw?
It's been said people volunteer for different reasons and there are volunteer opportunities that match any interest.
Well, if you're good with a chain saw, and like scaring the BLEEP out of people, Fort Knox in Prospect has a volunteer job for you!
Swingin’ for Maine’s Seniors! [Video]
Senior citizens in Maine are a treasure, and I can't wait to swing for them Thursday night at Jeff's Catering in Brewer from 4:30 - 9!
You have a chance to come out and join us, have dinner, and dance the night away, while supporting a fabulous senior center in Bangor...
What Do Firefighters and Spaghetti Have in Common?
Well, nothing really, unless of course you consider the upcoming spaghetti supper and auction this Saturday in Holden.
Bizarre Crime Spree by Canadian Teens Ends in Their Arrest in Maine
The incident started to unfold last night as two teens from Ontario, Canada breached the U.S. Border crossing in Coburn Gore, in what police say, was a stolen vehicle.
Volunteers Needed + There’s A Project Just Right For You
People volunteer for a variety of reasons, and whatever that reason may be, the United Way is looking for you!
It's the United Way's 5th Annual Day of Caring which teams up volunteers with community projects.
As the saying goes, many hands make quick work and the United Way is hoping to recruit at least 100 volunteers October 25th and 26th and there are all kinds of projects you can help with this
Think You’ve Seen Everything? Perhaps Not! [Video]
My mother was always fond of saying to me, "Susan, there's nothing new under the sun."
As I get older I'm really starting to have an appreciation for that saying, but after seeing this I feel the need to give Mom a call and say, "Um, Mom, you may have been wrong!"
Music! It Keeps our Radio Stations Running + Gives Maine Kids Focus [VIDEO]
Think about it for a minute.
Think about all the ways music impacts your life.
Aside from witty and entertaining on-air personalities, and the latest news and information, you tune into your favorite radio station for the music.
Music has always played a huge role in my life, and the teachers I remember and appreciate the most were my music teachers.
Fire Marshal’s Office Investigator Says Arson
Investigators with the Bangor Fire Department, Bangor Police, and the state Fire Marshal's office have been pouring over evidence this morning following a garage fire in Bangor last evening.
Sgt. Tim York says last evenings fire on Lincoln street was deliberately set.
Shutdowns + Vendor Changes the Subject of Acadia National Park Forum
Acadia National Park has made headlines as of late and the public has a chance to express their thoughts and concerns with three groups tomorrow night in an Acadia National Park Forum.
Recently, the National Park Service announced it had chosen a vendor to run the park’s concession operations which include the famous Jordan Pond House...