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L - R: Denise Needham, PharmD, president of MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals; Sunshine Award winner Harleigh Brewer; and Kristin Cyr, RN, MSN, chief nursing officer for MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals, during a recent award ceremony at MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital. (Photo courtesy MaineHealth)

ROCKPORT and BELFAST — Four care team members from MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals were recently honored with employee awards during ceremonies held on the hospital campuses. Each quarter…

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MaineHealth has announced the appointment of its first permanent vice president of advancement and chief development officer.

Erin Brown, who previously was…

All caregivers of eligible infants and children are encouraged to enroll, including non-birthing parents, grandparents, foster parents, and more
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BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital and Midcoast Maine Community Action (MMCA) have announced a new partnership that will bring a Women, Infants, and…

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Car and Driver Magazine once reported that, depending on their size, flexibility and “general survivability,” between 14 and 21 circus clowns could fit…

Foundation and underground infrastructure are growing at 198 Old County Road, in Thomaston. The proposal, now two years old, states that Starbucks wishes to fill one of the suites. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)

THOMASTON — The underground work preceding construction at 198 New County Road, in Thomaston, has begun, more than two years after contractors initially proposed their project to the Town.

tugboat on the water

Russell Marinari, 23, graduated from the Maine Maritime Academy in Castine in May and is now working as third mate on 

part of larger North American expansion
Dragon Cement

Heidelberg Materials North America, a division of the German company Heidelberg Materials, has entered a purchase agreement to acquire Giant Cement Holding, Inc., and its subsidiaries, Giant…

one of the few remaining town-owned ski areas in the state
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CAMDEN — The Maine Ski and Snowboard Museum will honor the Camden community for its contributions to the sports of skiing and snowboarding in Maine on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., at Camden Snow…

GO Logic CEO Alan Gibson describes window construction to tour participants. (Photo courtesy Martha Laitin)

BELFAST — Due to high demand, Belfast Senior College is hosting its third tour of the new GO Logic carpentry shop in Belfast.

Join the tour on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at 52…

Bob Merrill. (Photo courtesy Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital)

ELLSWORTH — Merrill Furniture generously donated new furniture and a fresh design for the Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital Merrill Chapel. Used by patients, families…

Maine Governor Janet Mills joins MCC President Christine Murphy (left) and Vice President Karen O’Maxfield at the Halle Cairde induction. (Photo courtesy Karen O'Maxfield)

PORTLAND — The Maine Celtic Celebration was inducted into the Halla Cairde (Hall of Friends) on November 21, 2024, at the…

62.0 percent of residents informally helped others by exchanging favors with their neighbors
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'most significant step to date in efforts to preserve Maine’s beloved area code'
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The Maine Public Utilities Commission said Nov. 25 that it approved large-scale rate center consolidation of Maine’s largest telecommunications provider, Consolidated…

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On behalf of the Medomak Valley High School staff, Matthew Carlson, Assistant Principal, presented a $100 check to each of the five food banks in the RSU 40 district.

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ROCKLAND — Regional School Unit 13’s new location for Adult & Community Education services has opened on the Oceanside High School campus, at 400 Broadway, in Rockland.…

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ELLSWORTH — Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital recently welcomed James Culver, MD, to its women’s health practice.  

“We are extremely pleased that Dr. Culver…

gain leadership experience and provide valuable youth perspective
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WALDO COUNTY — The Waldo County YMCA is launching a new Youth Board Member program, offering high school students a unique opportunity to gain leadership experience and…

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ROCKPORT and BELFAST — In observance of Thanksgiving 2024, MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals announce the following adjusted holiday hours:

 All physician practices, including walk-…

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BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital welcomes Nichole Barry, MD, to its Rheumatology department.

Dr. Barry comes to MHWH from Dignity Health Medical Group in San Francisco, California,…

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Two Midcoast businesses have been selected for matching-fund assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development's

Frank and Matthew of Camden, here with Patrisha McLean, won the “Into the Light!” Selfie-Raffle Pet Basket, with treats donated by Maine Dog, Loyal Biscuit, and Creative Creations. Money raised through “Into the Light!” will pay for items to rescue pets from domestic abuse, in addition to bringing safety to women and children. (Photo by Finding Our Voices)

Businesses across 15 Midcoast towns raised $28,000 for Maine domestic abuse survivors in July's Finding Our Voices second annual "Into the Light!” Foodie Festival.  

And Anodyne Book Shop moves down the road
Last touches on the sign for the new Edwards Brothers Supermarket in Searsport. Photo by Kay Stephens

SEARSPORT—After two years, the $17.8 million road construction though downtown Searsport finally concluded in September to the relief of locals and business owners. And now there's more reason to…

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Two local women are at full throttle in establishing their new venture, FlatWear Clothing, a line of fashion created in Camden, and…

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BELFAST — Belfast residents will begin gathering at Post Office Square for the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting, beginning at 4:30 p.m., on November 30, 2024, around the tree donated by Savage Farms…

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Maine Department of Labor announces its December 2024 free trainings.


Upcoming classes:


Developing & Conducting…

Maine Coast Heritage Trust’s staff at Aldermere Farm (l-r): Emily Marshall, Joelle Albury, Robbie McLintock, Carrie O’Brien, Kevin Walter, Aaron Englander, Anna Blank. (Photo courtesy Maine Coast Heritage Trust)

ROCKPORT — On Saturday, Dec. 7, Aldermere Farm, a preserve of Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT), will ring in the holiday season with cows, hot cocoa, and ugly sweaters during its annual Beltie…

supporting state workforce needs while also advancing the System’s goal of doubling its output of engineering and computing graduates
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ORONO — Consistent with a commitment to grow Maine’s engineering and computing workforce and overall economy, University of Maine System (UMS) Trustees approved…

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ROCKLAND — Rockland's Emergency Warming Center is seeking future volunteers to help staff the overnight space at the Rec Center during emergency conditions this winter and…

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Governor Janet Mills announced November 15, 2024, that Commissioner of the Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation (DPFR) Anne Head will retire at…

supports easing housing development costs
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ROCKPORT — At its regularly scheduled Nov. 12 meeting, the Rockport Select Board approved a Samoset Resort sewer fee abatement, heard about the town’s requirement to produce another report to the…

Citizen of the Year Kathy Given, Belfast Harbormaster. (Photo by Dave Waddell)

BELFAST — The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual Awards Gala on Friday, November 8, 2024, in the Bay View Room of the United Farmers Market of Maine, in downtown…

Jennifer Howard. (Photo courtesy Waldo County Technical Center)

Waldo County Technical Center’s (WCTC) Early Childhood and K - 8 Education program has been reinstated and redesigned after a several year hiatus.

Jennifer Coffin. (Photo courtesy Allen Insurance and Financial)

CAMDEN and WATERVILLE — Mindy Maheu and Jennifer Coffin, personal insurance account executives with Allen Insurance and Financial, have been honored with the Safeco Insurance Award of Excellence,…

 L to R: Kate Elmes, Trekkers Deputy Director; Katie Chilles, Heidi Neal and Melissa Robbins from J. Edward Knight Rockland Office; and TJ Morris, Principal Program Manager of Trekkers. (Photo courtesy J. Edward Knight Insurance)

ROCKLAND — J. Edward Knight Insurance announces a $1,000 donation to Trekkers, a local organization dedicated to empowering young people through outdoor adventure and mentorship. This generous…

Leann Cailler. (Photo courtesy Allen Insurance and Financial)

CAMDEN — Leann Cailler, a personal insurance account executive with Allen Insurance and Financial, has earned the Safeco Insurance Award of Distinction and has been named a producer of the year…

Axiom Technologies partners with Pioneer Consulting and SubCom for island broadband
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Isle Au Haut installed its first subsea telecommunications cable Sunday, Nov. 10, establishing broadband access for the year-round island community.

The 10km submarine cable connects Isle…

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BELFAST — WCAP’s MidCoast Public Transportation invites the public to help improve access to public transportation in Knox County and beyond. Interested parties are encouraged to attend the…

Coleen O’Connell. (Photo courtesy Belfast Free Library)

BELFAST — On Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 6:30 p.m., at the Belfast Free Library, the next program in the “Finding Hope in Our Climate Crisis” lecture series will be a presentation about the Center for…

Jessica Reilly-Moman. (Photo courtesy Island Institute)

ROCKLAND — Jessica Reilly-Moman, Ph.D., will be joining Island Institute as the director of the Center for Climate and Community. 

A dedicated social scientist,…

WCTC Instructor Adam Fernald, Maine’s 2024 Career & Technical Education Teacher of the Year (Photo courtesy Waldo County Technical Center)

Waldo County Technical Center’s (WCTC) Adam Fernald was recently awarded the 2024 New Teacher of the Year for Career and Technical Education (CTE) for Maine.…

Small Business Micro-Grant Program Thomaston

Thomaston’s Community and Economic Development Committee announced the opening of the second round of its Small Business Micro-Grant Program, an opportunity for local businesses to enhance their…

Teammates from Bank of America Belfast Support Services show off their custom 25-year anniversary T-shirts during the celebration at the Belfast financial center in August 2024. (Photo courtesy Bank of America)

BELFAST — In August 2024, Bank of America’s Belfast Support Services marked its 25th anniversary, celebrating a quarter of a century providing…

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The Town of Thomaston’s Community & Economic Development Committee is opening of the second round of its Small Business Micro-Grant Program, a unique opportunity for local…

A sample of the educational social media posts Alex Gayton created for UMaine Extension’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program.

FALMOUTH — Alex Gayton, assistant EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) coordinator and social media coordinator and Kathy Savoie, Extension…

Lions Karen Varney and current president Michele Leach present the donation check to BAHS Principal Jeff Lovejoy. (Photo courtesy Charles Lagerbom)

At a recent Friday home football game, the Belfast Lions Club made a donation to the RSU 71 School District's capital campaign to rebuild the Belfast Area High School…

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Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is holding an Honor a Veteran contest, an online campaign that gives community members the opportunity to nominate a veteran or active…

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On Oct. 31, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Maine State Director Rhiannon Hampson announced a grant of $3.7 million to Direct Communications (formerly UniTel, Inc) to provide…

The Union Fair stage. (Photo courtesy Rick Butler)

UNION — The Union Fair is now accepting bids for the naming rights of its stage. The winning business will determine the name of the stage and will be able to create its own…

survey available; December workshop planned
A group of cyclists jot down observations and ideas earlier this year while doing a handlebar survey of Belfast roads. Input from the cyclists, along with walkers, wheelchair users, and others, will become part of a roadmap for the city to improve its pedestrian and bicycle transportation network. (Photo courtesy City of Belfast)

BELFAST — The City of Belfast will soon have a detailed roadmap for improving its pedestrian and bicycle transportation network, after a spring and summer spent…