The Maine Boat & Home Show, hosted by Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors magazine, is celebrating its 21st year on the Rockland waterfront.

August 7–9

Maine Boat & Home Show celebrates 21st year on Rockland Harbor this weekend

ROCKLAND — If you are in the market for a way to have fun on the water, start your search at this year’s Maine Boat & Home Show, Aug. 7–9, at Rockland Harbor Park. With more than 70 boats — sail and power, big and small — lining the docks and waterfront, the…

Legendary comedian Paula Poundstone. Photo courtesy Michael Schwartz.

Iconic comedian is set to do a show at the Strand Theatre, in Rockland, Aug. 21

Paula Poundstone is ready to have a conversation with you

ROCKLAND — For someone who has been in the comedy business for 47 years and regularly plays shows across the country, Paula Poundstone is looking forward to returning to The Strand Theatre August 21 to see what she can stir up. "I love Maine; what's not to love…

‘Massive Easter egg hunt’ yields new record of puffin burrows on Eastern Egg Rock

On July 24, a research crew studying puffins on Eastern Egg Rock spread out among the boulders to mark burrows where they had seen birds delivering fish to chicks. As they did that, they also saw puffins disappear in new crevices between boulders with fish.…

Red-winged blackbirds are among the birds species that are declining in Maine. More than fifty percent of the blackbird family worldwide are showing declines. Photo courtesy of Jeff Wells.

A Bird's Tale

Half of the World’s Migratory Birds Are in Decline

The “review.” It’s how we decide whether to watch a movie or show, dine at a new restaurant, even hike a trail we’ve never taken before. Scientists have their own kind of review: summary of the current state of a particular field of research, often with…

Vehicle crash in Warren involving motorcycle sends two to hospitals

WARREN — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a serious motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a minivan that occurred early in the afternoon, Wednesday, Aug. 5, on Atlantic Highway. At approximately 12:26 p.m., Knox County Sheriff’s…

Obituaries

John Dale Morris II, obituary

WALDOBORO — John Dale Morris II, age 82,…

Gerald E. Thibodeau, obituary

ROCKPORT — Gerald E. Thibodeau,…

John Wood Black, obituary

WARREN — John Wood Black, 90, of Warren,…

Glenn R. Johnson, obituary

WARREN — Glenn…

Ronald Lee Cousins, obituary

Ronald Lee Cousins was born on February 21…

Daniel James Boudreau, obituary

TENANTS HARBOR — Daniel James Boudreau…

Spotlight

Rockport Town Office contends with eight Freedom of Access Act information requests

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Rockport residents seeks fiscal spending details and policy decisions in filing FOAAs
UPDATED: Park Street in Rockland reopens after crash; law enforcement kept busy with crashes through the day

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Kiri, a new Nigerian-inspired coffee shop, opens in Rockport

ROCKPORT—With…
The intricate art of creating a balanced cup of excellent coffee

Galleries

Collins vs. Jackson: 101 days to go, and they are off and running. A contest in the County!

Troy Jackson taking a victory stroll (Photo by Michael Hurley)

Common Ground and Strawberry Shortcake

Main Street Buzz

Clean Stand-Up Comedy in Thomaston!

Watts Hall Community Arts

Party Like it's 1999!

Watts Hall Community Arts

Hannah Hilton Appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Cheney Financial Group Companies

Newcastle Realty

Rockland Yacht Club and the Sail, Power & Steam Museum present the 2026 RYC Scholarship Race, August 15, supporting scholarships for kids’ sailing programs

Sail Power & Steam Museum

Join New Hope Midcoast to Honor 45 Years of Service: Rockland!

New Hope Midcoast

8/15/26 Felted Sea Critter Workshop

Southport General Store & Barn

8/12/26 Fused Glass Workshop

Southport General Store & Barn

Goodreads Listopia: How to get your book on it without breaking the rules

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

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Prediction market users wager millions on Maine elections

On June 10, Tom Hill was at his office in…

Supporters step up in spectacular fashion for the Bigelow Laboratory Big Splash

Supporters of Bigelow Laboratory gather at the lab in East Boothbay on July 30 for the Big Splash celebration to help raise funds for ocean science. Courtesy of Bigelow Laboratory

Last week, over 250 friends and supporters of Bigelow…

Thomaston historical talk: What 1776 meant for the community we know today

On Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m., join the Thomaston Historical Society at the…

school supplies, BMX stunt show, hot dogs, haircuts, family activities, community resources

'School-a-Palooza' carnival-style resource fair aims to help Waldo County students prepare for school

BELFAST — The Waldo County YMCA and Waldo Community…

Summer Guitar Jam Workshop with Bay Chamber

"Join your fellow guitar players and experience the joy of playing…

"Everybody Loves Pirates"

Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers to perform in Searsport

Join the Carver Memorial Library on Saturday, Aug. 15, at 1:30 p.m., as…

'Tractor Safety: Foundations' is available at no cost for a limited time

New self-paced online tractor safety course available through UMaine Extension

University of Maine Cooperative Extension…

Midsummer Jazz Session and Blues concert in Camden

War Memorial Post 30, located at 91 Pearl St., will host a Midsummer Jazz Session on…

Final 2026 Open Garden Days heads to Lincolnville Tree Haven

From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on August 22, Greg Larsen will open his garden at…

Parking alert: Rockland Harbor Park

Beginning Tuesday, August 4, at 10 p.m., "there will be NO PARKING at Harbor Park due to setup…

Gleason Fine Art

New show! 'Andrea Peters: 35 Years of Color'

East Boothbay artist Andrea Peters has been with Gleason Fine Art for more than three decades.…

Motorcyclist injured near Buttermilk roadwork zone

SOUTH THOMASTON – Roadwork on Buttermilk Lane in South Thomaston came to a pause for…

Opera House at Boothbay Harbor

The Steep Canyon Rangers bring bluegrass to the OH

The Steep Canyon Rangers love what they do. Barrett Smith, who plays bass, guitar, and does…

Midcoast Community Band concert

Wessaweskeag Historical Society to celebrate Heritage Day

The Wessaweskeag Historical Society will celebrate Heritage Day, Saturday, Aug.…

significant statewide contributions

Nominations open for 2027 Maine Women’s Hall of Fame

Nominations for the 37th …

'In the Rooms: A Therapist’s Guide to Getting and Staying Sober'

Author talk with recovering alcoholic at Thomaston library

Mary Cee, a practicing Marriage and Family Therapist for over two decades and a…

'The Nature of Truth in Novels' presentation at Quarry Hill

Quarry Hill will host novelist Isabel Tutaine for a free presentation on Tuesday…

opinion

Coming soon: Nightmare on Cross Street in Rockport

Rockport residents could be forgiven for hardly ever giving Cross Street a thought.

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opinion

Knox County Sheriff responds to questions, misunderstandings in response to Warren Western Road fatality

Sunday’s tragic…

Spectators across generations flock to downtown Rockland for the traditional Lobster Festival parade

ROCKLAND - The theme of the 2026 Maine Lobster Festival Parade "Rise and Renewal" is a tribute…

Ballots will be mailed beginning 30 days before the Election

Maine voters can now request absentee ballots for Nov. 3, 2026 election

Maine voters may now request…

Maine hospitals brace for Medicaid cuts

northern light hospital as seen from the parking lot

Maine health care providers are grappling with how to prepare…

Survey Deadline: Midnight, Labor Day

Community invited to take survey about future of sidewalks, pathways in Rockport

The Pathways Committee in Rockport is circulating a…

storybook circle, scavenger hunt, arts and crafts project

Children, families invited to write messages to St. George River as part of SEED project

SEARSMONT — Children and families are invited to participate…

Tides

Wednesday, 08/05
4:25 AM	High	9.35`
10:20 AM	Low	0.48`
4:49 PM	High	10.21`
10:59 PM	Low	0.42`

Thursday, 08/06
5:20 AM	High	9.04`
11:11 AM	Low	0.71`
5:42 PM	High	10.29`
11:57 PM	Low	0.40`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Wednesday, 08/05
4:03 AM	High	8.81`
10:08 AM	Low	0.45`
4:27 PM	High	9.61`
10:47 PM	Low	0.39`

Thursday, 08/06
4:58 AM	High	8.52`
10:59 AM	Low	0.67`
5:20 PM	High	9.69`
11:45 PM	Low	0.38`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Wednesday, 08/05
3:55 AM	High	9.72`
10:09 AM	Low	0.71`
4:21 PM	High	10.38`
10:47 PM	Low	0.54`

Thursday, 08/06
4:51 AM	High	9.44`
11:02 AM	Low	0.93`
5:16 PM	High	10.52`
11:49 PM	Low	0.41`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Wednesday, 08/05
3:56 AM	High	10.20`
10:00 AM	Low	0.68`
4:20 PM	High	11.02`
10:39 PM	Low	0.57`

Thursday, 08/06
4:51 AM	High	9.85`
10:52 AM	Low	0.95`
5:14 PM	High	11.04`
11:39 PM	Low	0.53`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Obituaries

John Dale Morris II, obituary

Gerald E. Thibodeau, obituary

John Wood Black, obituary

Glenn R. Johnson, obituary

Ronald Lee Cousins, obituary

Daniel James Boudreau, obituary

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Main Street Buzz

Clean Stand-Up Comedy in Thomaston!

Party Like it's 1999!

Hannah Hilton Appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Cheney Financial Group Companies

Revision Techniques: How to Cut and Prune Your Writing

Coastal Senior College Fall Courses

Join New Hope Midcoast to Honor 45 Years of Service: Bath

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Rockland Yacht Club and the Sail, Power & Steam Museum present the 2026 RYC Scholarship Race, August 15, supporting scholarships for kids’ sailing programs

Join New Hope Midcoast to Honor 45 Years of Service: Rockland!

8/15/26 Felted Sea Critter Workshop

8/12/26 Fused Glass Workshop

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