With an overnight storm system forecast expected to bring hazardous travel conditions, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine government offices closed Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Local municipalities are initiating parking bans and some town departments are staying closed for the day.

"This storm is anticipated to create slick travel on Christmas Eve. If you're traveling on Tuesday or Wednesday, please take necessary precautions to arrive safely at your holiday destination," said Governor Janet Mills, in a news release. "If you are hitting the road, please remember to give plenty of room to plowing crews and first responders working to keep people safe. I wish Maine people a safe and Merry Christmas."

The National Weather Service has forecast widespread snowfall for most of Maine and warned that some areas could see "extremely dangerous travel conditions." The storm is expected to impact travel conditions this afternoon, tonight, and throughout tomorrow morning.

The Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is closely coordinating with the Maine Department of Transportation, Maine's electric utilities, and local emergency management partners to monitor the storm and keep people safe.

Rockland

There will be a city-wide parking ban beginning at 9 p.m., Tuesday, December 23, until 8 a.m., Wednesday, December 24.

Rockland's Emergency Warming Center will open at for four nights at the Rec. Center (Flanagan Center): 

• Wed Dec 24, 7pm - 7am
• Thu Dec 25, 7pm - 7am
• Fri Dec 26, 7pm - 7am
• Sat Dec 27, 7pm - 7am

Due to the weather forecast, City Hall will delay opening until 10 a.m., Wednesday, December 24.

Thomaston

DUE TO INCOMING INCLEMENT WEATHER THE STUMP DUMP WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH AND WILL REOPEN ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27TH FROM 7AM to 3:30PM.

DUE TO INCOMING INCLEMENT WEATHER TOWN OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH.  TOWN OFFICE WILL REOPEN ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 29TH AT 8AM

Union

Winter Parking Ban Ordinance

No parking is allowed on any streets or roads or municipal parking lots in the Town of Union between the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM; other than patrons of open businesses, effective November 1 through May 1. Any vehicle found in violation may be towed at the owner's expense, without the Town or towing company being liable for any damages that may occur.

Vinalhaven

Town Office Holiday Hours

The Town Office will close at noon on Wednesday, December 24, and reopen on Monday, December 29.

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Christmas!

The Town Office will also be closed all day on January 1, 2026.