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New nonprofit dental clinic in Belfast receives $20,000 donation

Penobscot Community Health Care (PCHC) has accepted a $20,000 donation from The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation in support of the PCHC Seaport Dental Center in Belfast. The eight-chair clinic is located on the second floor of Seaport Community Health Center’s new…

Maine considers how to untether itself from federal vaccine rollbacks

As Maine is grappling with its first case of measles since 2019, lawmakers last week considered two bills that would increase access to vaccines by expanding the ability of pharmacists to prescribe and administer vaccines, requiring insurance carriers to cover…

Hope Library establishes coworking space, hours

Hope Library will offer free coworking space beginning Feb. 24. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., a quiet work space will be available. Work alone, meet neighbors, or collaborate. Wi-Fi, B/W printer services, and free coffee and snacks…

Volunteers deliver a portable generator to a home in Kyiv.

Additional contributions welcomed until March 3

Camden Rotary Club funds electric generators for Kyiv, Ukraine

CAMDEN — The Camden Rotary Club has donated $10,000 to a Rotary program providing generators to residents of Kyiv, Ukraine, where Russia’s destruction of the country’s power infrastructure has left three million people mostly without power and water this winter.…

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It used to be Porky's

I’m sitting next to a flat field near Lake Arthur, Louisiana. Either they’re growing water or rice. There’s water everywhere, which is what you would expect of Louisiana, but there's always more. I entered from the north, from Arkansas. In Arkansas and Louisiana I…

Obituaries

Emily Ford Chandler, obituary

ROCKLAND — Emily Ford Chandler, 47, a…

Myron Jacob Feld, obituary

Written by Susanne Feld, Myron’s…

Jeffrey Philip Evangelos, obituary

FRIENDSHIP — Jeffrey Philip…

John W. Upham, obituary

THOMASTON — John “Fonzie” Upham, 80, of…

Melissa C. Magnant, obituary

NORTH HAVEN — Melissa C. Magnant, 51, a…

Sherri J. Carr (Kelly), obituary

Sherri J. Carr (Kelly) passed away…

Spotlight

Coordinated, decisive action leads to Camden toboggan racer's survival following cardiac emergency

CAMDEN —…
teammate Brittany began CPR while other 'Camden Comets' and 'Hell Freezes Over' ran for help
Two Midcoast towns part ways on law enforcement: Camden goes with county sheriff as interim police chief; Rockport appoints former Rockland officer as new PD leader

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Musical chairs with Midcoast law enforcement personnel
Galentine's Day events all over the state this week for crafts, food, wine, films and fun

Statewide—…

Galleries

State proclamation celebrates 35th Toboggan Nationals, creative costumes liven crowd

Taking the Polar Plunge for Sundog Outdoor Leadership Initiative

Polar Plunge 2026, Camden Harbor (Photo by Lynda Clancy)

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Mid-Coast Audubon bird seed fundraiser benefits education programming

Mid-Coast Audubon will be accepting bird seed orders…

“What’s on your Utility Bill?: Empowering Ratepayers” talk at Rockland library

"Electricity prices are rising fast, and Maine households are…

milder winters and a longer growing season

'Maine’s Changing Climate: Historical Trends and Future Projections' by Maine State Climatologist

On Tuesday, March 17, at noon, Maine State…

Maine leaders pitch solutions to enhance grid as temperatures drop and electricity prices soar

In the wake of a lengthy cold snap that…

what it takes to create a picture book

'A Scott Joplin Celebration' family event at Rockport library

During the month of February, the Rockport Public Library has featured an…

meet Chalmers at the Opening Reception for 10th annual Young Artist Gallery Art Take Over, March 6

Waterfall Arts welcomes Ellery Chalmers as Youth Program Manager

BELFAST — Waterfall Arts announces the appointment of…

A Bird's Tale

Clint Eastwood and the Waxwings

In real time, the authors estimated 400-500 Bohemian waxwings in the tops of the trees behind the house. Later, counting from a photograph, they discovered there was more than a thousand. Courtesy of Jeff and Allison Wells.

In the Clint Eastwood movie, “Pale Rider,” a group of independent gold prospectors live and pan…

the seasons and cycles of farming and family

Author of 'The Salt Stone: Seasons of a Shepherd’s Life' at Left Bank Books

Left Bank Books, in downtown Belfast, invites the public to meet Helen…

a 'New England Triple Stack'

Three indie bands on Strand Theatre stage, March 14

New England Triple Stack, a collaborative live lineup bringing together three…

'get cold to bring warmth to domestic abuse survivors'

Heart-y cold water dippers wearing yellow brave the cold from York to Brooklin

Group of women pose in selfie with yellow in their hats

Harpswell residents plunged into the ocean on an unseasonably…

Ham Radio: The First Social Media presentation at Quarry Hill

Quarry Hill will host Guy Mason, president of the Pen Bay Amateur Radio Club, for…

MaineHealth Cardiology Rockport to launch in-person advanced heart failure program

ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Cardiology Rockport is expanding…

Grace Institute memorabilia sought for event in St. George

appeal in poster form for Grace Institute related items

If you, your parents, grandparents or ancestors attended school in…

parallel writing careers

'Writing Buddies' Linda Buckmaster and Elizabeth Garber in conversation

On Saturday, Feb. 21, at 2 p.m., Belfast authors Linda…

artist talk during Fourth Friday Gallery Night

'Path Forward' series of art by Emily Sabino displays in Belfast

Work by Emily Sabino will be displayed from February 25 through March 22 at Local…

Community invited to attend

Post Everlasting ceremony to salute local American Legion members

According to American Legion customs, when a comrade passes, the Post…

anticipated to offset 100 percent of the facility’s electricity use

Habitat for Humanity of Waldo County ReStore goes solar to power homes, accessibility, community impact

Habitat for Humanity of Waldo County's ReStore

BELFAST — Habitat for Humanity of Waldo County (…

8 Bells, Camden's Irish pub, to pull out the stops for its first St. Patrick's Day

Opening five months ago, Camden’s new Irish Pub, 8 Bells, will be…

Belfast Area High School Quarter 2 Honor Roll 2025-26

Belfast Area High School announces Honor Roll for the second quarter of the 2025-…

This Week in Lincolnville: Treasure of Personal Recipes

There is a bookshelf in my kitchen, full to bursting with cookbooks. Old standards…

a unique behind-the-scenes look at how agriculture policy is shaped in Maine

Maine students invited to apply for limited-seat Agriculture Policy Day at Legislature

Maine students with an interest in agriculture,…

students entering their first or second year of post-secondary education

Scholarship opportunity available through Waldo County Extension Association

WALDO — A $1,500 scholarship for…

Wage and Hour Compliance training session offered in Rockland

Maine Department of Labor will hold a Wage & Hour Compliance no-…

Mark Wallace, DO, joins MaineHealth Ear, Nose and Throat Care Rockport

ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital welcomes Mark Wallace, DO,…

Tides

Thursday, 02/19
12:12 AM	High	9.91`
6:00 AM	Low	-0.29`
12:24 PM	High	10.47`
6:23 PM	Low	-0.70`

Friday, 02/20
12:48 AM	High	10.25`
6:42 AM	Low	-0.53`
1:05 PM	High	10.33`
7:02 PM	Low	-0.61`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Thursday, 02/19
5:48 AM	Low	-0.27`
12:02 PM	High	9.86`
6:11 PM	Low	-0.66`

Friday, 02/20
12:26 AM	High	9.65`
6:30 AM	Low	-0.50`
12:43 PM	High	9.73`
6:50 PM	Low	-0.58`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Thursday, 02/19
5:47 AM	Low	0.28`
11:54 AM	High	10.92`
6:13 PM	Low	-0.27`

Friday, 02/20
12:20 AM	High	10.53`
6:29 AM	Low	0.01`
12:36 PM	High	10.85`
6:52 PM	Low	-0.21`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Thursday, 02/19
5:42 AM	Low	-0.15`
11:55 AM	High	11.41`
6:05 PM	Low	-0.60`

Friday, 02/20
12:17 AM	High	11.17`
6:23 AM	Low	-0.38`
12:36 PM	High	11.28`
6:44 PM	Low	-0.50`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Main Street Shop

Free Book Marketing Webinar Feb 24: How to boost your chances of getting newspaper coverage for your book

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Uproot for Trekkers! February 26 Pizza Fundraiser

Trekkers

Help ReStore Buy a Box Truck!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Evergreen Home Performance named top insulation rebate contractor in Maine

Evergreen Home Performance

Blue Café Book Release and Performance featuring Peter Gallway and his book, "Hardtail Strat - Guitars, Heroin, Songs, and Stories"

Camden Opera House

New! Instructional videos on how to access and use Maine media directories for your next press release

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Free Learn to Row at the Y is Back!

Megunticook Rowing

Volunteer with ReStore!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

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Free Book Marketing Webinar Feb 24: How to boost your chances of getting newspaper coverage for your book

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Uproot for Trekkers! February 26 Pizza Fundraiser

Trekkers

Help ReStore Buy a Box Truck!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Evergreen Home Performance named top insulation rebate contractor in Maine

Evergreen Home Performance

Blue Café Book Release and Performance featuring Peter Gallway and his book, "Hardtail Strat - Guitars, Heroin, Songs, and Stories"

Camden Opera House

New! Instructional videos on how to access and use Maine media directories for your next press release

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Free Learn to Row at the Y is Back!

Megunticook Rowing

Volunteer with ReStore!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Obituaries

Emily Ford Chandler, obituary

Myron Jacob Feld, obituary

Jeffrey Philip Evangelos, obituary

John W. Upham, obituary

Melissa C. Magnant, obituary

Sherri J. Carr (Kelly), obituary

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Watch a classic movie--and support Meals on Wheels!

Bookish social event coming up: Stews & Stories Potluck Supper Feb. 26

New Hope Midcoast Seeks Clothing and Accessories for Annual Sale

Cold rooms, high heating bills, and what winter can reveal

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Cary Grant Film Series: His Girl Friday

Knox County Democratic Committee Speakers and Meeting

Blue Café performance by transatlantic folk duo Hildaland

Join February’s Free Learn to Row Today! Sessions Running February 23-27

Camden Rotary Club Funding Electric Generators for Kyiv, Ukraine

Waldo After Dark: The Fly

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