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Maine State Police respond to suspicious death, seek information about missing dog
PALERMO —Maine State Police are seeking public assistance in locating a dog that has been missing since his owner was discovered deceased outside of a home in Palermo, according to a media report released April 29.   The deceased man, later identified as Robert…
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Boat adrift on Chickawaukie Pond brings emergency personnel to the shoreline
A report of a small boat adrift in the middle of Chickawaukie Pond, Tuesday morning, April 29, stirred up questions of what, or who, might be adrift inside that boat.  By 7 a.m., Tuesday morning, the only action on the water had been birds out enjoying the 50…
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Maine’s electricity prices grew at the third fastest rate in the country, analysis shows
Between 2014 and 2024, the average retail price for electricity in Maine increased by the third highest rate in the country, according to an analysis by The Maine Monitor, surpassed only by California and Massachusetts. The average retail price of…
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Garage fire in Warren being investigated by multiple investigators
Update (April 29, 2025, 11:46 a.m.) Maine Fire Marshal's Office has confirmed that a fatality occured in relation to a garage fire in Warren, April 28.  Investigators spent the day processing the scene and interviewing witnesses, and the deceased individual was…
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This Week in Lincolnville: The Churches of Lincolnville Part One
I did not grow up going to church. I do not think this is that unusual in this part of the world. Last I knew, Maine is only second to Vermont in the fewest churches per capita. Our village on the coast of Maine has two dedicated church buildings, both boasting…

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Margaret Mary Agnes Kiley

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THOMASTON — Margaret Mary…
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David Feldman of Camden recognized as Maine’s Volunteer of the Year
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Kathy Kee honored with 2025 Horace Mann Muggs and Kisses Award
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WALDOBORO — Educational Technician and BHP Kathy Kee has been awarded…
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ROCKLAND — A live broadcast from New York City’s Metropolitan Opera of…
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Chickadee license plates begin retired, beginning May 1
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Listening to the Acoustic Symphony of Life
During a pre-dawn start to the day, the American robin was the only bird singing. By the time the sun rose, there was a symphony of bird song. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Wells)

Each day as we walk our little black dog around the neighborhood, we revel in each new song and…
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Over a dozen plans to bolster Maine communities against…
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity receives $200,000 Housing for Everyone grant
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ROCKPORT — Midcoast Habitat for Humanity was recently…
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Parsonage Gallery's third spring season launches with two new solo exhibits
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SEARSPORT — The Parsonage Gallery launches its…
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Crime novelist Gerry Boyle reads in Monroe, May 8
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MONROE — Thursday, May 8, at 6 p.m., The Monroe Community Library invites the public to…
The Good Trouble Project presents Jud Caswell in concert to benefit Out Maine
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ROCKPORT — On Saturday, May 24, at 7 p.m., The Good Trouble Project…
Jane Hirshfield to keynote 3rd annual Camden Festival of Poetry, May 13 - 17
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CAMDEN — The third annual Camden Festival of Poetry will take place…
In 2024, at least 20 Maine workers died
Maine Dept. of Labor commemorates Workers Memorial Day, April 28
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MAINE — April 28 is nationally recognized as Workers Memorial Day,…
I-95 Southbound paving work between Fairfield and Augusta begins May 4
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KENNEBEC and SOMERSET COUNTIES — The Maine Department of…
'That sense of belonging and purpose is what I’ll remember most'
Maine Track Celebration honors Class of 2025
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PORTLAND — During its annual Celebration in Portland,  Saturday, April…
USDA funding uncertainty puts Maine farmers in a bind
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As the warm air of a spring day milled across the acres of pasture along the long…
'On Harbor's Edge' author to speak in Searsport, May 3
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SEARSPORT — Maine author of On Harbor's Edge, Kate Hotchkiss, will speak Saturday,…
2025 Maine Celtic Celebration seeks volunteers
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BELFAST — The entirely volunteer-operated Maine Celtic Celebration is on the hunt for…
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Historic houses of Searsport presentation at Belfast Free Library
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BELFAST — Join the Belfast Free Library and the Wawenoc…
AIO to hold 35th Anniversary celebration with open house, May 6
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ROCKLAND — AIO is opening its doors to the public, Tuesday, May 6, from…
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'The History of the Apprenticeshop' talk with Lance Lee, May 8
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ROCKLAND — The Rockland Public Library presents Lance Lee, Thursday, May…
Facing new spruce budworm outbreak, Maine foresters look to history as a guide
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Memorial Day is May 26, 2025
Legion Post 30 to place Memorial Day flags May 15, community welcome to assist
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CAMDEN — Memorial Day is a day that for years has been set…
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Local Food Switchboard initiative launches in Maine
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The Maine Food Convergence Project is announcing the launch of the …

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Wednesday, 04/30
1:26 AM High 11.99`
7:41 AM Low -1.79`
2:10 PM High 10.31`
7:52 PM Low -0.10`
Thursday, 05/01
2:18 AM High 11.62`
8:36 AM Low -1.33`
3:06 PM High 9.86`
8:47 PM Low 0.40`
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Wednesday, 04/30
1:04 AM High 11.30`
7:29 AM Low -1.68`
1:48 PM High 9.71`
7:40 PM Low -0.09`
Thursday, 05/01
1:56 AM High 10.94`
8:24 AM Low -1.26`
2:44 PM High 9.28`
8:35 PM Low 0.38`
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Rockland Tides

Wednesday, 04/30
1:03 AM High 12.45`
7:32 AM Low -1.83`
1:49 PM High 10.79`
7:43 PM Low -0.04`
Thursday, 05/01
1:57 AM High 12.16`
8:27 AM Low -1.49`
2:46 PM High 10.38`
8:39 PM Low 0.40`
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Belfast Tides

Wednesday, 04/30
12:59 AM High 12.82`
7:23 AM Low -1.79`
1:40 PM High 11.26`
7:37 PM Low 0.02`
Thursday, 05/01
1:52 AM High 12.40`
8:18 AM Low -1.30`
2:36 PM High 10.78`
8:33 PM Low 0.55`
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