Rockland mayor, councilor seek plan for Flanagan Community Center through visioning and analysis

ROCKLAND — City councilors say they have no intention of prioritizing the recreation and community center above the police department (first) and then fire department. But, with taxpayer money flowing into unending emergency repairs of yet another City building,…

"Old Man Lightning," a film in the Serac program. Photo courtesy Dawn Kish via Banff Mountain Film Festival

Three programs will screen at the Camden Hills Regional High School Auditorium February 6-7

Three films not to miss at this year's Banff Mountain Film Festival

ROCKPORT—The Banff is back! It is the 50th anniversary of both the Banff Mountain Film Festival and Maine Sport Outfitters, which has sponsored the festival since 2001. The annual mountain festival's world tour once again will land in the Midcoast on February 6…

Gallery XIII: An eye on the seasons (and Winter 2026, when a skater took to Rockport Harbor)

Reader Gallery 13 continues a tradition of sharing photos that are taken by readers — locals and visitors who take joy in the always soul-nourishing landscape of Maine. The first volume of photos was initiated in March 2020 at the onset of the pandemic, when the…

Merryspring presentation with Jean Matlack considers 'Green Burial'

Jean Matlack, of Midcoast Maine Green Burial, will be at Merryspring Nature Center to lead a presentation called "Green Burial" on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 12 p.m. This talk will also be presented via the Teams link. Do you realize what a…

The Town of Camden and Harbor House Condominium have consent agreement

UPDATE: Camden Select Board to review Elm Street School lease, updated town fees, accept termination of Camden-Rockport police chief position

UPDATE: On Feb. 2, the Camden Town Office sent a revised agenda, informing the public that the agenda item concerning public access points to the harborfront had been pulled from the Feb. 3 list of municipal items to address. CAMDEN — On Tuesday, Feb. 3, the…

Obituaries

Richard L. Robbins, obituary

Richard (Dick, Papa) L…

Robert Eugene Sommers, Jr., obituary

DAMARISCOTTA — Robert…

Beth Hyler, obituary

Beth Hyler, 73, passed away on January 29, 2026,…

Benjamin Hardy, obituary

LINCOLNVILLE — Benjamin Hardy, 61, of…

Terry L. Colson Sr., obituary

THOMASTON — Terry L. Colson Sr., 71, passed…

Frank E. Post, notice

OWLS HEAD — Frank E. Post, 81, died peacefully at…

Spotlight

Winter art pulse: How Midcoast art venues, artists and speakers energize the cold season

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Upcoming performances, art exhibits, community gatherings, and more
UPDATE: Crews battle nighttime house fire in Friendship

FRIENDSHIP — An adult…
New tacqueria Salsa Shack spices up Bucksport this winter

BUCKSPORT—In the…

Galleries

With full-hearted generosity, Reny's shoppers 'fill the ambulance' with toys and clothing

Smiles, music and crowds fill downtown Camden for Christmas by the Sea Parade

Main Street Buzz

Penobscot Bay YMCA and Town of Thomaston Launch Community Navigation Pilot to Support Local Residents in Need

Penobscot Bay YMCA

KCDC Monthly Meeting - New Speakers Announced

Knox County Democrats

Financial Planning Tips at Camden Rotary Club on 2/3

Camden Rotary Club

Financial Planning Advice at Camden Rotary Club on 2/3

Camden Rotary Club

Newcastle Realty Announces Listing of Prominent Downtown Damariscotta Property

Newcastle Realty

Get Financial Planning Pointers at Camden Rotary Club on 2/3

Camden Rotary Club

Apply to be a Trekker!

Trekkers

Midcoast Habitat's Weatherization & Repair Program

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Pickleball Center Grand Opening at Midcoast Rec!

Midcoast Recreation Center

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Movie and a Meal: 'The Way'

The Way, Movie and a Meal will be held on two occasions at Peoples United…

Individuals and organizations may submit a walk via an online form until March 27

Jane's Walk 2026 comes to Maine on May 2

Jane’s Walk ME, a festival celebrating community engagement, will be held May 2, 2026. Jane’s Walks…

Girl Scouts of Maine selects Kathleen Perkins as February Volunteer of the Month

SEARSPORT — A Waldo County…

including several schools in Knox County

Maine Water staff donate coats to help communities stay warm

Maine Water employees once again came together to support…

Reader's Theater series opens in Belfast

Belfast Maskers is adding a special winter event to its season with a series of…

Barrett Foundation awards $50,000 grant to Maine Seacoast Mission for youth programming

children work with crayons at a picnic table

NORTHEAST HARBOR — Maine Seacoast Mission…

BSA Troop 200 annual Flatbread Pizza fundraiser, silent auction

Collage poster with Girls Scout Troop banner over pictures of pizza

Local BSA Troop 200 will host its annual pizza…

booths available, welcoming businesses and nonprofits interested in doing business in the midcoast

Penbay Showcase and Job Fair, March 25

PenBay Showcase & Job Fair will take place Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at…

This Week in Lincolnville: So We Come to February

It is a balmy 8 degrees as I sit down to write this. The first of February in Lincolnville…

Burnt Island Light

Volunteer island caretaker couple sought for 2026 season

Ever dreamed of living in an historic island lighthouse just a mile off the…

Learning Skills While Earning Certs

Part of the mission of the Belfast Marine Institute at Belfast Area High School is to offer…

Hildaland performs for Blue Café, March 4

The Blue Café series of free performances in Camden Opera House’s intimate…

Rockland Shakespeare Society will read selections on the theme of LOVE

“William Shakespeare’s Valentines: Love and Lovers” at Rockland library

Members of the Rockland Shakespeare Society will read selections from…

2026 Craft Apprentice Program artists announced

The Maine Crafts Association (MCA), in…

stinging nettles, men in kilts, and a shy monster

Winter Adventure Series to hear of Monster the Loch 2025 Rowing Race in Loch Ness Scotland

Five team members hold a banner with the race name

Winter Adventure Series continues Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 6:…

Film Club for Adults at Rockland Public Library, Feb. 9

Front of Rockland Public Library (Union Street side)

Film Club for Adults takes place Monday, February 9, in the Board Room at the…

Medomak Middle School Q2 Honor Roll 2025-26

Medomak Middle School announces its Quarter 2 Honor Roll for the 2025-26 academic year.…

Lincoln Academy to host Eighth Grade Registration Information Night

students run through gymnasium carrying flags

Lincoln Academy invites prospective students and their…

The outlook for 6 forest pests and diseases in Maine

Brian Milakovsky places a lab-grown beetle colony on a hemlock tree

A combination of deep freezes and control measures have knocked back some prominent…

2026 Spring Concert session; Intermediate to advanced players encouraged to attend

Open Rehearsal to welcome new Penobscot Bay Orchestra players

The Penobscot Bay Orchestra will begin…

auditions in March for adult, child roles

Watts Hall Community Players adopt 'Annie' as summer musical

Watts Hall Community Players will be putting on the well-loved musical “Annie…

the pieces of paper tucked between the pages

Jane Haskell discusses 'Booklarking: Expected and Unexpected Genealogy Treasures'

BELFAST — Join the Belfast Free Library…

Rockland Police seek help in finding driver involved in hit and run that left one person injured

Rockland Police are looking for the driver of this blue SUV that was involved in a hit and run crash Jan. 29 in Rockland.

Rockland Police are attempting to identify the driver of…

'We hope to have route one reopened by 8 PM'

Tractor trailer truck fire causes closure of Waldoboro's big Rte 1 hill

(Photo courtesy Waldoboro fire department)

WALDOBORO — A tractor trailer truck didn't quite make it up the…

Tides

Tuesday, 02/03
5:42 AM	Low	-0.42`
12:10 PM	High	11.11`
6:17 PM	Low	-1.16`

Wednesday, 02/04
12:43 AM	High	10.13`
6:30 AM	Low	-0.40`
12:56 PM	High	10.74`
7:00 PM	Low	-0.83`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Tuesday, 02/03
5:30 AM	Low	-0.40`
11:48 AM	High	10.46`
6:05 PM	Low	-1.09`

Wednesday, 02/04
12:21 AM	High	9.54`
6:18 AM	Low	-0.37`
12:34 PM	High	10.12`
6:48 PM	Low	-0.78`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Tuesday, 02/03
5:32 AM	Low	-0.14`
11:49 AM	High	11.87`
6:08 PM	Low	-1.12`

Wednesday, 02/04
12:24 AM	High	10.76`
6:21 AM	Low	-0.10`
12:37 PM	High	11.48`
6:52 PM	Low	-0.76`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Tuesday, 02/03
5:27 AM	Low	-0.40`
11:41 AM	High	12.03`
5:59 PM	Low	-1.17`

Wednesday, 02/04
12:12 AM	High	11.09`
6:15 AM	Low	-0.35`
12:28 PM	High	11.68`
6:43 PM	Low	-0.81`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Brady's to host all day Super Bowl Event and open for the BIG GAME!

Brady’s

Help ReStore Buy a Box Truck!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

The Mallett Brothers Band w/Chris Ross returns to the Camden Opera House

Camden Opera House

Why Portland needs to be on your author radar for strategic media coverage

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Free Learn to Row at the Y is Back!

Megunticook Rowing

Buy a bouquet & help Meals on Wheels serve a meal!

MCH Making Community Happen

Volunteer with ReStore!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

How to boost your chances of getting newspaper coverage for your book

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

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Richard L. Robbins, obituary

Robert Eugene Sommers, Jr., obituary

Beth Hyler, obituary

Benjamin Hardy, obituary

Terry L. Colson Sr., obituary

Frank E. Post, notice

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Camden Rotary Club Grant Applications Due by February 15

New Hope Midcoast Seeks Clothing and Accessories for Annual Sale

Penobscot Bay YMCA and Town of Thomaston Launch Community Navigation Pilot to Support Local Residents in Need

KCDC Monthly Meeting - New Speakers Announced

Financial Planning Tips at Camden Rotary Club on 2/3

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Newcastle Realty Announces Listing of Prominent Downtown Damariscotta Property

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