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‘slow down and notice the natural world all around us’
Immerse in nature with a forest therapy/ forest bathing walk on Sears Island
Sun, 03/26/2023 - 3:30pm

SEARS ISLAND — Friends of Sears Island invites the public to join them for a forest therapy walk Saturday, April 8, from 9:45 a.m. - noon, on Sears Island, on led by Joanne Moesswilde. Immerse yourself in nature through the practice of forest therapy, also known as forest bathing. This is not a psychology session, nor is it a time when you need your swimsuit, according to Friends, in a news release. Forest therapy is a practice that supports health and wellness through guided immersion in the...
Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition to host several April outings, events in Belfast and Searsport
Fri, 03/24/2023 - 2:00pm

In April, the Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition will host several outings and events in Belfast and Searsport. “ Mosses, Lichens, Birds and Waterfalls at the Stephenson Preserve ," a nature walk on Saturday, April 8, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Explore the elfin and arboreal forest preserved by Coastal Mountains Land Trust at the Stephenson Preserve. Located on outer High Street in Belfast, it is across the road from the Rail Trail. Its shaded slopes are home to many bird and plant...
Sen. Reny introduces bill to help schools buy and serve more local food
Thu, 03/23/2023 - 9:45pm

AUGUSTA — Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol, introduced a bill this week to help Maine public school districts purchase and serve more locally produced food to students. LD 921, “An Act to Allow the Local Foods Fund for Public Schools to Be Used for Processed and Value-added Maine Food Products,” was the subject of a public hearing before the Legislature’s Education and Cultural Affairs Committee. Under current law, the Local Foods Fund incentivizes schools to purchase produce and other minimally-...
children may also find bags of pet food that will be delivered to an animal shelter
Aldersgate United Methodist Church to hold annual Easter Egg Hunt
Thu, 03/23/2023 - 6:15pm
ROCKLAND — “What’s more fun than an Easter Egg Hunt?” said Aldersgate United Methodist Church, in a news release. The Church will once again hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt, on the Saturday before Easter, April 8, at 10 a.m. Children, 12 and younger, are invited to come find the Easter Eggs filled with treats, and they are welcome to bring their grown-ups along. In addition to Easter Eggs, children may also find small bags of pet food that will be delivered to the Knox County Pope Memorial...
Happy Wanderers to hike Appleton Preserve
Thu, 03/23/2023 - 5:45pm

APPLETON — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Maine Health’s Community Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike on Thursday, April 6, at 10 a.m., at the Appleton Preserve. This is a moderate 2.0 mile out-and-back hike on a preserve managed by Georges River Land Trust. Happy Wanderers meet on the first Thursday of each month. The hikes range in location from Rockport to Stockton Springs. Each outing is led by a Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Journey to Health staff member. Directions: From...
Palm, taize, agape, Easter Vigil with churches in Camden, Rockland and Thomaston
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church announces 2023 Holy Week schedule
Thu, 03/23/2023 - 8:00am
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Belfast, will mark Holy Week with a full schedule of worship services and activities that date back to the historic beginnings of the Christian faith. On Palm Sunday, April 2, worshippers will gather at 9:30 a.m. in the parish house, 95 Court St., to receive palm fronds to begin the service. Weather permitting, they will then process outside and enter the adjacent church for the Palm Sunday liturgy and dramatic reading of the Passion. Tuesday, April 4, St...
Spring Equinox Meditation Walk offered in Waldoboro, March 25
Wed, 03/22/2023 - 5:45pm
WALDOBORO — Midcoast Conservancy will be offering a Spring Equinox Meditation Walk at the Riverbrook Preserve, in Waldoboro, this Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The spring equinox marks a transition from the long, dark nights of winter, towards the bright light of summer. The changing daylight offers an opportunity to reflect what one is emerging from and what one is moving towards. All are invited to come for a stroll to reflect on seasonal shifts in the landscape, and in their...
What’s in YOUR Washing Machine?
Naturopathic doctor to discuss synthetic chemicals in everyday products as part of Let’s Feel Better series
Wed, 03/22/2023 - 5:45pm

ROCKPORT — The Rockport Public Library’s “Let’s Feel Better” series continues on Wednesday, April 5, at 6 p.m., with a presentation entitled “What’s in YOUR Washing Machine? Everyday Chemicals We Encounter.” Dr. Alison Maloof, ND of Atlas Naturopathic Health Center, in Rockport, will give an informational presentation focusing on potentially harmful ingredients found in products around the house. It has been 85 years since the US Congress passed a regulation on what ingredients are allowed in...
Midcoast adds 49 new COVID-19 cases over past week
Tue, 03/21/2023 - 8:15am

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. To keep up with Maine's evolving COVID-19 response, Maine CDC is returning to routine operations. As a result, the Maine CDC will only update COVID-19 case data on Tuesdays. Case data will not be updated on holidays. Case data will continue to be published by this publication until the end of the national emergency May 11. Knox County, since March 2020, has recorded 8,208 cases,...
Maine medical examiners face challenges amid need for autopsies
Sun, 03/19/2023 - 9:45pm

Amid an uptick in homicides and a spike in drug overdose fatalities, the Maine medical examiner’s staff is slowly ramping up the number of autopsies it conducts after years of lagging behind national averages. Annual autopsy rates in the state consistently hovered at well under 20 percent of death investigations for the past five years, an analysis of the Maine Office of Chief Medical Examiner annual reports shows. This story was originally published by The Maine Monitor...
PBMC Walk-in Care closing early March 19
Fri, 03/17/2023 - 12:45pm
ROCKLAND — Pen Bay Medical Center’s Walk-in Care has announced an adjusted schedule for Sunday, March 19. The practice will be open from 8 a.m. to noon, resuming regular hours on Monday, March 20, at 8 a.m. PBMC Walk-in Care is located at 22 White St. in Rockland. Its regular hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week. For more information about PBMC Walk-in Care, please visit pbmc.org/walkin or call 301-6000. Pen Bay Medical Center Pen Bay Medical Center is part of MaineHealth, a not-...
28th Annual Hike for the Homeless returns to Bangor, April 1
Thu, 03/16/2023 - 5:45pm
BANGOR — It's time for the 28th Annual Hike for the Homeless, benefitting the Bangor Area Homeless Shelter, on April 1, beginning at 10 a.m. “We are excited to announce that the Hike will return to a traditional in-person event on the Bangor Waterfront,” said organizers, in a news release. Over the past year, more than 2,000 individuals visited the Bangor Area Homeless Shelter in need of a clean, safe place to stay, a hot meal and other supportive services. “Thankfully, the shelter was there...
Belfast currently has only two public sources of drinking water
Belfast committee begins fundraising campaign for public access refillable water bottle stations
Tue, 03/14/2023 - 1:30pm
BELFAST — The Creation Care Committee of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Belfast, announces a public fundraising campaign for three public access refillable water bottle stations, with attached pet water bowls, for downtown Belfast. The Committee obtained an enthusiastic unanimous vote of approval from the Belfast City Council on Tuesday, March 7, to raise approximately $20,000 for the purchase and installation of the stations, according to the Committee, in a news release. After installation...
Midcoast added 82 new COVID-19 cases over the last week
Tue, 03/14/2023 - 8:30am

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. To keep up with Maine's evolving COVID-19 response, Maine CDC is returning to routine operations. As a result, the Maine CDC will only update COVID-19 case data on Tuesdays. Case data will not be updated on holidays. Case data will continue to be published by this publication until the end of the national emergency May 11. Knox County, since March 2020, has recorded 8,191 cases,...
Midcoast Recreation Center showcases annual spring figure skating show ‘Element’
Mon, 03/13/2023 - 4:15pm

ROCKPORT — Midcoast Recreation Center (MRC) invites everyone to join them for their annual spring figure skating show, this year entitled “Element.” “We hope our skaters’ dedication and persistence shine by showing off the skills they learned through our program this year,” says MRC Figure Skating Director Kitrina Patterson, in a news release. “Our skaters embody commitment and perseverance within their skating here at MRC. We are excited to see the progression of their skating in our show...
‘The skaters and their coaches have worked all year for this show’
Midcoast Recreation Center showcases annual spring figure skating show ‘Element’
Mon, 03/13/2023 - 4:15pm

ROCKPORT — Midcoast Recreation Center (MRC) invites everyone to join them for their annual spring figure skating show, this year entitled “Element.” “We hope our skaters’ dedication and persistence shine by showing off the skills they learned through our program this year,” says MRC Figure Skating Director Kitrina Patterson, in a news release. “Our skaters embody commitment and perseverance within their skating here at MRC. We are excited to see the progression of their skating in our show...
MDIFW hosts Certified Safety Instructor Coffee Hour and Planning Session
Sun, 03/12/2023 - 5:00pm
ROCKLAND — Certified Safety Instructors in all disciplines (firearm, bow, crossbow, boating, ATV, snowmobiling and trapping) – and those interested in learning about becoming a certified safety instructor – are invited to an informal Safety Instructor coffee hour and planning session with MDIFW Recreational Safety Coordinator, Carmen Bombeke. The coffee hour will take place Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 8:30 - 10 a.m., at Johnson’s Sporting Goods, 51 Park Street, Rockland. This will be an...
MDIFW hunter safety skills, exam days announced for Knox, Lincoln, Waldo counties
Sun, 03/12/2023 - 4:45pm
DAMARISCOTTA and HOPE — In-person Hunter Safety Skills and Exam Days will be held in Damariscotta, Sunday, April 16 (Lincoln County) and in Hope, Saturday, April 22 (Knox and Waldo Counties combined). The programs are intended to get youth certified and ready for spring turkey season which opens May 1, 2023 (Youth Day is April 29, 2023). “The sessions are also great for adults (16 and up) who have obtained certification by completing the online course but wish to obtain further skills and...
live music, maple treats, silent auction to benefit Ecology Learning Center
Third annual 5K Maple Run aims to welcome people out of hibernation
Sun, 03/12/2023 - 4:30pm

UNITY — The Ecology Learning Center, a public charter school in Unity, is hosting its third annual 5K Maple Run on Wednesday, March 29, at 1 p.m., at Unity Field of Dreams. More than just an athletic event, the fun run is an integral part of the school’s mission and curriculum, according to the learning center, in a news release. “The Maple Run reminds me of the sense of community that I have at school,” said 11th grader Carolyn Phelps Scholz. “Every year, I’ve spent at least a few mornings...
PBMC expands palliative care program with Harvard Pilgrim grant
Sun, 03/12/2023 - 4:15pm

ROCKPORT — Pen Bay Medical Center has expanded its Palliative Care program after completing a two-year pilot project funded by a Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare Foundation quality improvement grant. The grant allowed the program to grow from a hospital-based service to one that provides care to patients wherever needed, added care team members and create education opportunities for providers, in order to establish a community-based component. The expanded Palliative Care team now includes Marjorie...
Foreign-trained health professionals could be part of the solution to a workforce shortage
Fri, 03/10/2023 - 10:30pm

Ghislaine Bola moved to Maine from the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2015. Before then, she’d been a practicing physician for five years. In Maine she’s a medical assistant — which demands less education and training than her role as a physician in the Congo. To practice as a physician here, the state requires U.S. and state-based exams and residency. Her foreign training doesn’t meet the requirements. This story was originally published by The Maine Monitor ...
watch and listen for the mountain’s avian residents
Bird Walk on Haystack Mountain planned for May 6
Thu, 03/09/2023 - 4:00pm
Saturday, May 6, from 7 - 10 a.m., all are invited to join Midcoast Conservancy and the Friends of Haystack Mountain for a bird walk. Haystack Mountain was destined for sale to a developer until the Friends of Haystack Mountain mobilized to purchase and conserve it last year. “Haystack Mountain straddles the town line between Montville and Liberty and is well known to nearly all area residents who for generations have hiked with friends and families to the top for solitude and serene views of...
CHRHS organizes polar plunge to benefit New Hope Midcoast
Thu, 03/09/2023 - 3:45pm

ROCKPORT — The CHRHS National Honor Society will be participating in a polar plunge to help raise money and awareness for New Hope Midcoast. The plunge will take place on Sunday, March 19, at 10 a.m., at Rockport Harbor. For more information on how you can donate to this cause or join the plunge, please reach out to Craig Ouellette at craig.ouellette@fivetowns.net
Midcoast added 99 new COVID-19 cases over the past week
Tue, 03/07/2023 - 8:15am

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. To keep up with Maine's evolving COVID-19 response, Maine CDC is returning to routine operations. As a result, the Maine CDC will only update COVID-19 case data on Tuesdays. Case data will not be updated on holidays. Case data will continue to be published by this publication until the end of the national emergency May 11. Knox County, since March 2020, has recorded 8,147 cases,...
serving more than 5,500 nutritious meals every month in Waldo County
WCAP recognizes National Child and Adult Care Food Program Week
Tue, 03/07/2023 - 8:00am

“National Child & Adult Care Food Program Week is March 12 -18 and Waldo Community Action Partners is looking forward to celebrating it,” said WCAP, in a news release. WCAP works with 12 daycare providers and two centers in the county, helping them serve over 5,500 nutritious meals every month. The goal of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is to serve nutritious meals to children in child care homes and centers and in afterschool programs. The CACFP also serves adults in day...
inspiration, information, and motivation
Waldo Theatre to host NOW More Than Ever: a day of films, conversations, learning, and opportunities for women
Mon, 03/06/2023 - 2:30pm
WALDOBORO — The Waldo Theatre announces registration for NOW More Than Ever: a day of films, conversations, learning, and opportunities for women of all ages, on Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The goal is to create an opportunity for all who identify as women or feminists, especially youth, to gather for inspiration, information, and motivation in a relaxed and supportive environment. This will be the first annual NOW More Than Ever event featuring a different theme each year...
How blood type can affect your health
Sat, 03/04/2023 - 6:30pm

Most people do not give much thought to the blood running through their veins. However, it may pay to learn more about blood type, as it can affect your overall health in a variety of ways. What is blood type? The American Red Cross says there are four main blood types, which are determined by the presence or absence of A and B antigens on the surfaces of red blood cells and the presence of antibodies in the blood plasma. Blood type is further affected by a protein called the Rh factor, which...
exploring our often under-articulated and under-attended grief
Camden church hosts ‘A Morning Retreat on Grief, Lament, and Hope’
Sat, 03/04/2023 - 11:45am

CAMDEN — On Saturday, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the First Congregational Church (UCC) of Camden will host Rev. Dr. William Blaine-Wallace, who will present an educational program entitled “An Arc of Hope: A morning retreat on lament and relational justice.” This event is free and open to the public; pre-registration is required. This event offers the chance to explore our often under-articulated and under-attended grief, considering the sorrow and suffering of loss can be brought into...
Memories resurface for one Rockland native each time the snow flies
Sat, 03/04/2023 - 8:00am

One of the older boys picked up a young Arthur Adolphsen and put him between two "big guys” on a bobsled owned by Mouthy Flanders. “Off we went down the hill, with a full load,” said Adolphsen. “We crossed the main street and burst through the door of what use to be a market.” No one got hurt at the end of that run on Mouthy’s sled, which came complete with a big bell and a steering wheel. For some, like Adolphsen, certain memories and milestones in their lives are generated by the type of sled...
food pantry, energy assistance, Weekend Meals program, Diaper program
AIO director to talk online of significant enrollment increases
Fri, 03/03/2023 - 4:30pm
The Knox County Food Council is hosting a virtual presentation by Joe Ryan, executive director of Area Interfaith Outreach (AIO) Food and Energy Assistance, on Tuesday, March 14, from 5 to 6 p.m. Ryan will talk about the significant increase in enrollment in all AIO programs, including food pantry visits, energy assistance, Weekend Meals program and Diaper program. He will also share collaboration efforts with other community service groups and agencies. Area congregations established AIO in...
PBMC, WCGH Walk-in Care practices closed March 4
Fri, 03/03/2023 - 3:45pm

ROCKPORT and BELFAST — To keep care team members safe during the challenging weather expected this weekend, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital will close their walk-in care practices Saturday, March 4. PBMC Walk-in Care will reopen at 8 a.m. on Sunday, March 5, for regular business hours. WCGH Walk-in Care will resume regular hours beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, March 6. The Emergency Department at both hospitals will remain open. PBMC Walk-in Care is located at 22 White...
St. George and Passagassawaukeag Races Herald Springtime
Waldo County YMCA to host river races at end of March 2023
Wed, 03/01/2023 - 2:15pm
The 42nd running of the St. George River Race will take place on Saturday, March 25, at 11 a.m. The following Saturday, April 1, the 48th running of the Passagassawaukeag River Race will start at 11 a.m. The Waldo County YMCA is organizing the races again and all proceeds will benefit the WCY’s First Grade Swim Safety Program. Registration links for both races can be found at https://www.waldocountyymca.org/special-events . The Waldo County River Races open the racing season and are welcomed by...
ski, snowshoe or fat tire bike the trails; take a turn at the paintball target range
‘Snow Day’ at Hidden Valley Nature Center, March 4 invites public to hit the trails
Tue, 02/28/2023 - 4:15pm

JEFFERSON — Snow has arrived just in time for a weekend of fun in the snow at Hidden Valley Nature Center, in Jefferson. This Saturday, March 4, from noon to 3 p.m., all are invited to come to HVNC and take to the trails by ski, snowshoe or fat tire bike (rentals available all day) and take a turn at the paintball target range—a DIY Winter Biathlon opportunity. There will be a marked course for skiing and riding. The paintball markers are provided by Midcoast Conservancy, and participants will...
Feb. 28 update: Midcoast adds 126 new COVID-19 cases over the last week
Tue, 02/28/2023 - 8:30am

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. To keep up with Maine's evolving COVID-19 response, Maine CDC is returning to routine operations. As a result, the Maine CDC will only update COVID-19 case data on Tuesdays. Case data will not be updated on holidays. Case data will continue to be published by this publication until the end of the national emergency May 11. Knox County, since March 2020, has recorded 8,116 cases,...
Rachel Wilcox, Allison Pringle-Bennett, Nicole Hatch, Lauren Bateman, Rebecca Kurtz
Midcoast Women to present ‘Navigating Mental Health’ panel discussion
Mon, 02/27/2023 - 5:15pm

ROCKPORT — Midcoast Women and co-host Rockport Public Library present "Navigating Mental Health," a discussion on mental health and it’s impact on emotional, psychological, and social well-being. The talk will be in person Wednesday, March 8, from 6 - 7:30 p.m., at the Rockport Public Library, and is free and open to the public. “Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood,” said Midcoast Women, in a news release. “Depression and anxiety...
Kids can set the pace for long-term health
Sun, 02/26/2023 - 11:30am

Long-term health is not something that many young people routinely consider. After all, it’s easy to feel invincible during one’s childhood and adolescence. But the steps that young people take early on can affect their health as they get older. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, establishing healthy behaviors during childhood and adolescence is more beneficial to long-term health than trying to change poor behaviors in adulthood. The following are some ways young...
9 signs your young child is having vision problems
Sat, 02/25/2023 - 2:00pm

As many a parent can attest, decoding a youngster’s needs can be challenging when that child is not yet able to fully communicate. Diagnosing health issues may require a little trial and error. So it’s no wonder many parents are not aware if their children are having issues with vision. Routine wellness exams by your child’s physician can help to determine if a child is having problems with his or her vision. Doctors may detect subtleties that parents may not see, including signs that suggest...
George's River Trout Unlimited encourages Prospective campers and parents to attend
Youth fly fishing camp director, local alumni to speak in Rockport
Sat, 02/25/2023 - 8:00am

ROCKPORT — George's River Trout Unlimited (GRTU) welcomes Robert Cotiaux, director of Maine TU Trout Camp, Monday, March 13, in Rockport, to speak about the youth fly-fishing camp. The camp is for students 13-17 years old who are interested in learning more about fly fishing, fly tying, resource sustainability, effects of climate change, the importance of native fish, and how they can become leaders in these vital areas. The GRTU meeting will be held upstairs in the fly shop at Maine Sport in...
PBMC, WCGH announce adjusted hours for end-of-week storm
Wed, 02/22/2023 - 4:30pm

ROCKPORT and BELFAST — Due to a winter storm forecast to move into the coastal area overnight, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital ambulatory and outpatient services will close at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, and reopen at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 24. There are a number of exceptions as follows:  Cardiac Rehab is closed at both hospitals all day Thursday  Radiology, Cardiopulmonary, PBMC/WCGH OR, and Endoscopy are open at both hospitals all day Thursday  PT/OT will remain open...
340 prepared meals supplied to Appleton residents in 2022
Food pantry seeks volunteer drivers for Appleton deliveries
Wed, 02/22/2023 - 3:45pm
APPLETON — The Area Interfaith Outreach Food Pantry is looking for volunteer drivers in Appleton to assist with grocery deliveries. If you are able to help, please call AIO at 207-596-1043. In 2022, AIO has supplied more than 340 prepared meals to Appleton residents, 679 food pantry visits, and $1,200 in oil and electricity assistance. “Having a few volunteer drivers to assist with deliveries to Appleton would be a welcomed addition,” said AIO, in a news release. Call Rob if driving groceries...
Midcoast added 80 new COVID-19 cases since Valentine’s Day
Tue, 02/21/2023 - 8:15am

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. To keep up with Maine's evolving COVID-19 response, Maine CDC is returning to routine operations. As a result, the Maine CDC will only update COVID-19 case data on Tuesdays. Case data will not be updated on holidays. Case data will continue to be published by this publication until the end of the national emergency May 11. Knox County, since March 2020, has recorded 8,078 cases,...
Fun ways for seniors to stay active
Sun, 02/19/2023 - 3:30pm

Physical activity is an important component of overall health. Health experts advise that exercise can increase lean body mass, prevent conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, improve balance, and positively affect mental health/cognition. Exercise also can foster socialization with others, helping people overcome boredom and isolation. As individuals get older, they may not be able to participate in all of the activities they enjoyed as youths, but that doesn’t mean older adults...
Full Moon Hike goes to Round the Mountain Trail
Sun, 02/19/2023 - 8:00am

HOPE — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust for a full moon hike along the Round the Mountain Trail on Tuesday, March 7, at 6:30 p.m. The group will meet at the Thorndike Brook trailhead. The hike will be a moderate 1.5 mile out-and-back experience. This adventure is open to all ages and ability levels. “Clear skies should allow the full moon to illuminate our walk, but participants should bring a flashlight or headlamp,” said CMLT, in a news release. Footwear that accommodates the current hiking...
7 surprising health benefits of walking
Sat, 02/18/2023 - 3:30pm

Individuals looking for a way to incorporate exercise into their lives need look no further than their own feet. Walking offers numerous health benefits to people of all ages, and it’s particularly beneficial to fitness novices. Walking can facilitate a transition between inactivity and increased intensity for those who may have been away from exercise for some time. According to Dr. Thomas Frieden, former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, walking is “the closest thing...
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church continues Ash Wednesday services, Lentin Lunch Series in 2023
Sat, 02/18/2023 - 3:15pm
BELFAST — The public is welcome to attend Ash Wednesday services and a brown bag lunch speaker series at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, in Belfast. ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Belfast, will observe the start of Lent with two services on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22. The service at 9:30 a.m. with Eucharist and the imposition of ashes will be without music. The second service at 5:30 p.m. will be the same, with music. All are welcome at the church, 95 Court St., Belfast...
Happy Wanderers to hike Meadow Brook Preserve
Sat, 02/18/2023 - 8:00am

SWANVILLE — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital’s Journey to Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike on Thursday, March 2, at 10 a.m., at Meadow Brook Preserve in Swanville. A staff member from Coastal Mountains Land Trust will be guiding the hike and providing information about the Waldo County Conservation Initiative. This program aims to establish a fund to conserve and steward land for wildlife, recreation, outdoor learning, and...
public skate with DJ Jim from 2:30-4:30 p.m.
MRC hosts Skating Extravaganza and Ice Rink Silent Auction, Feb. 25
Thu, 02/16/2023 - 4:15pm

ROCKPORT — Midcoast Recreation Center (MRC) announces its annual Ice Rink Silent Auction and Skating Extravaganza Benefit event. All proceeds will support hockey and skating education programs, scholarships, and rink improvements. The silent auction is underway and will run through Saturday, Feb. 25, at 5 p.m., at MRC. Items include an African Safari Adventure, hotel stays at The Samoset Resort, Lord Camden Inn, and 250 Main, hockey gear (including a goal used by Brad Marchand), artwork and...
raffle, children’s activities, cornhole tournament, live music
6th Annual Riley's Wish Fishing Derby scholarship fundraiser planned for Feb. 25
Thu, 02/16/2023 - 3:45pm
LIBERTY — Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023 will be the sixth annual Riley’s Wish Ice Fishing Derby and Winter Games in Liberty. Riley Boulay was a Mount View High School student and also attended the Electrical Trades Program at Waldo County Technical Center (WCTC), where he was a student at the time of his passing in December 2017. Riley’s mom, Jackie, is the Culinary Arts Instructor at WCTC. The fishing derby, which takes place at Lake St. George State Park, is a nonprofit fundraiser to honor Riley’s...
at Red Carpet Trivia
Satellite of West Bay Rotary raises $2,000 for World Central Kitchen
Tue, 02/14/2023 - 10:30pm

Food in crisis areas was the focus of Satellite of West Bay Rotary recent fundraising, Red Carpet Trivia, February 11, at the Samoset in Rockport to support World Central Kitchen. First place went to the Rockland Rotary team; second and third were Camden Lions and Camden Law. The Satellite Club held its first trivia event in January 2020, “So You Think You Know Maine?” at the Camden Snow Bowl. This year, approximately 60 individuals on 10 teams answered almost 50 tough questions concerning...
Feb. 14 update: Midcoast adds 21 new COVID-19 cases
Tue, 02/14/2023 - 8:15am

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine. Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through Friday. As a result, COVID-19 case data will be updated Tuesday through Saturday. Case data will not be updated Sunday and Monday or on holidays. “Daily case counts are, and always have been, an underestimate of the true number of cases out there," Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said. “At this...

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