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Intensity of storm caught on Camden rooftop by video recorder
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Central Maine Power has restored electricity to more than 85,000 customers, representing more than 91% of those affected by the severe thunderstorms that moved through Maine on…

Joshua Douglas Chamberlain McKnight

SOUTH THOMASTON — Joshua “Josh” Douglas Chamberlain McKnight, 58, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Maine Medical Center in Portland, with his loving wife, Sharon, at his side and surrounded…

Gloria Louise Young

ROCKLAND — Gloria Louise Young, 95, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, at the Sussman House in Rockport, surrounded by her family.

She was born on August 30, 1930, in Rockland, the…

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BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity July 8-16.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged…

Waldo Judicial Center.

BELFAST — A Newcastle man was sentenced to serve 18 months in prison and pay a total of $10,700 in fines after being sentenced…

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BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity July 2-16.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction,…

Linda Jane Knight

ROCKLAND — Linda Jane Knight, 75, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous 14-year battle with breast cancer, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

Born in…

High Street, Camden, a tree lies across the road shutting it down until evening. (Photo courtesy Todd Anderson)

The aftermath of the swiftly moving rainstorm and its strong gale force winds that pounded through the MIdcoast Thursday afternoon just after 2 p.m. continued into the night, July 16, as Central…

Children at a recent St. Giles Fair. Courtesy photo

St. Giles Jefferson mounts its annual Country Fair and fundraiser under the tall pines on the church grounds Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Giles Episcopal is located at 72 Gardiner…

After years of planning, the Maine state government is seeking a contractor to run a program that aims to cut down on packaging waste, but…

(Pictured left to right)Richard Jones VP Oxford County Rep. Peru Fire, Scott Holst VP Somerset County Rep. Waterville Fire, Mark Gay Exetutive Vice York Beach Fire, Ken Desmond President MSFFF Georgetown Fire, Joe Guyotte VP Piscataqius County Dover-Foxcroft Fire, Frank Pertrulli VP Sagadahoc County Woolwich Fire, Tom Malcolm VP Penobsot County Millinocket Fire.

SEARSMONT — It has been a devastating spring and summer for funerals. Retired Fire Chief Ken Desmond, 76, of Woolwich, recently returned from the fourth funeral of Maine…

Lori A. Winchenbach

WALDOBORO — Lori A. Winchenbach, 72, of Waldoboro, passed away peacefully at Maine Medical Center in Portland on July 13, 2026. Born in Damariscotta on November 18, 1953, Lori was the…

Open house July 18 at the airport
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Tucked away on a side road off a side road is one of Belfast's most understated resource and finest spots in the community, its Municipal Airport. Small planes come and go on the…

The building where the Waldo County Registry of Deeds is maintained.

BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds June 22-26.

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Donald…

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ROCKLAND — During the July 13, 2026 City Council meeting, council members voted 4-1 (Kalloch) to authorize a Design-Build Lease Purchase Agreement for a police facility at 12 Water Street.

Charles John Turner

WALDOBORO — Born Charles John Turner on August 27, 1960 in Nashua, New Hampshire, CJ “Turbo” Turner comes full circle to rest beside his beloved mother, Joanne Turner. CJ passed away July 7, 2026…

Alwilda M. "Diddy" Maxcy

FRIENDSHIP — Alwilda M. "Diddy" Maxcy, 73, of Friendship, passed away at her home on Friday, July 10, 2026. Born on July 24, 1952, in Friendship, she was the daughter of Charles Benner, Sr.…

Wanda Lee Iott

OWLS HEAD — Wanda Lee Iott, 94, passed away peacefully Friday, July 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her devoted daughters, at the Sussman House in Rockport.

Wanda was born in St. Paul,…

a lasting tribute to "the lobster lady"
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Two Rockland police officers have received awards in 2026 from statewide organizations, both of which The City of Rockland recognized this month through resolves and commendations. Soon, however,…

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On Sunday, July 19, Main Street in Rockland will close to vehicle traffic at 9 a.m., one hour earlier than the usual Sunday Stroll closure.…
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PORTLAND – A Camden man was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Portland July 8 to two years probation for wire fraud during COVID-19.

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Knox County Sheriff Patrick Polky issued the following statement July 13 following the Camden Select Board's confirmation of Allen Weaver as the town's new Police Chief:

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ROCKLAND — In response to the ICE-involved shooting death of a young man in Biddeford on the morning of July 13, organizers with The Audacity held an…

'I look forward to creating stability within the PD and community'
Allen Weaver, Jr., Camden Police Chief, and his wife, Kimberly, who pinned his new badge to his lapel,, July 13. (Photo courtesy Holly Anderson)

The Camden Select Board has appointed Sgt. Allen Weaver to be the town’s new police chief. The announcement followed an executive session of the Board July 13.…

'there's been a lack of respect and a lack of, maybe, propriety'
Former Camden Select Board Chairs Bob Falciani and John French. (Photo by Lynda Clancy)

Two former Camden Select Board Chairs — John French and Bob Falciani — do not mince words when they express disappointment with the June 26 signed…

Kirsti Annikki Fish

ROCKLAND — Kirsti Annikki Fish passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the early morning of February 18, 2026, at Breakwater Commons in Rockland.

Family and friends are…

Howard “Budge” Walen

Howard “Budge” Walen, born January 3, 1938 in Boston, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 28. Budge grew up in Wakefield, Massachusetts, the son of Mary and Leroy Walen, and…

Patricia D. ‘Patty’ Stone

PORT CLYDE — Patricia D. ‘Patty’ Stone, 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Breakwater Commons in Rockland, surrounded by the loving children she adored.

Patricia was…

fire truck with wildland gear

SEARSMONT — Their first time on scene, they labored, as Searsmont Asst. Fire Chief Ben Levesque put it, "until they ran out of daylight." 

Three times now, Searsmont firefighters and…

Knox County Courthouse

ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Court from July 1-10…

Knox County Sheriff Patrick Polky (Photo courtesy Patrick Polky)
Knox County Sheriff Patrick Polky said July 12 that he is focusing 100% of his energy on his reelection campaign, officially staying the course to provide continuous leadership for the county.…
This Week in Lincolnville
Strawberry Festival

Saturday morning opened with clear skies and bright summer sunshine. My mom’s truck bed had, under a tarp, a detailed model of the 1820 Meeting House, home of the Lincolnville UCC, ready for…

operating as a complementary campus to Waterfall Arts’ Belfast headquarters
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ROCKLAND — Waterfall Arts has announced the acquisition of the historic Lincoln Street Center in Rockland, "securing the future of one of Maine’s most significant cultural assets and preserving…

County Delegate Nomination Meetings to be held July 18 or 19
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With Graham Platner out of the running for Maine Senator, the Maine Democratic Party has set its convention date to select its next U.S. Senate nominee for July 25…

Knox County Courthouse

ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds July 6-10.

Waldo Judicial Center.

BELFAST  — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court. 

Tracy Marcouillier,…

James Warren Jones

On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, James Warren Jones passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife by his side.

Born in Brooksville, Jim lived a life full of love, laughter, service, and…

Waldo Judicial Center.

BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court July 1-7.

Mandy M. Mosher, 37, of Belfast, assault in Belfast Nov. 9,…

July 13 regularly scheduled meeting
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Rockport's Select Board will convene at 5 p.m. July 13 and begin their regularly monthly meeting with a closed-door session to discuss a personnel matter. Then, at 6…

The building where the Waldo County Registry of Deeds is maintained.

BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds June 15-19.

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Keith Klein

Keith Klein, 73, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on July 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on March 14, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York, Keith lived a life defined…

Knox County Courthouse

ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds June 29-July 3.  …

Obituary
Matthew T. Tilton

Matthew…

Downtown Rockland street closures

The North Atlantic Blues Festival returns to the Rockland public landing this weekend, beginning Friday, July 10. The City is expecting a major influx of…
WSO cruiser and patch.

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity June 18 - July 8.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a…

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BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity July 1-8.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged…

Speeding is an aggressive and deadly behavior
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As part of the summer speed reduction awareness and high-visibility enforcement campaign, the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety…

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ROCKPORT — Glenn R. Johnson, 73, died on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at Maine Medical Center. 

A complete obituary will be published…

The recovered drugs. Image provided by MDEA.

BELFAST — A Massachusetts man was arrested after law enforcement discovered 170 grams of cocaine concealed in a vehicle in Belfast, according to a media release…