BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court.
Erin Peak, of Belfast, and Brandon Peak, of Belfast, were…
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Rockland Police are attempting to identify the driver of a blue SUV, which was involved in a hit and run accident Jan. 29 in Rockland at the intersection of Broadway and Park Street at…
'We hope to have route one reopened by 8 PM'
WALDOBORO — A tractor trailer truck didn't quite make it up the steep Route 1 hill in Waldoboro, Friday afternoon, Jan. 30, 2026.
As the truck headed south out of town, the truck's cab…
BELFAST — The following indictments were handed up by a Waldo County grand jury Jan. 22-23.
Clyde E. Potter, 40, of Wiscasset, two counts of…
currently holding more than $395,000,000 in unclaimed property
Governor Janet Mills has officially declared February 2-8, 2026 …
WILTON, Connecticut — Sarah Allan Ogilvie (Clark) Hart, age 88, died on January 18, 2026, in Wilton, Connecticut, surrounded by her loving family.
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Feb. 4 meeting to discuss contract
CAMDEN — When the Five Town CSD convenes Feb. 4, board members will consider appointing Leigh Anne Neal as its new superintendent, effective July 2026. The regularly scheduled meeting's agenda…
CAMDEN — At 11:30 a.m., Jan. 30,…
WALDOBORO — Alice Fiske Hilliard Billheimer, 85, of Waldoboro, passed away on January 28, 2026 due to complications relating to Parkinson’s disease with Lewy Body Dementia. She is survived by her…
ROCKLAND — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized the City of Rockland with the 2025 EPA Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant…
ROCKLAND — Carlton F. Murphy, 66, of Rockland passed away on January 7, 2026, at Maine Medical Center in Portland after a brief illness.
A complete obituary will be published later and a…
a dwindling of trained volunteers
Rockland's Emergency Warming Center has added one additional night, Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, before closing up on Sunday morning, February 1, at 7 a.m.…
From Washington, D. C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –U.S. Senator Angus King, I-ME, released a statement Jan. 29 following his vote…
ROCKLAND — On Thursday, December 11, 2025, Stephen Delbert Morrison, 93, passed away peacefully, attended by loved ones.
Stephen was born in Rumford, Maine to Delbert Joseph Morrison and…
VINALHAVEN —David “Bam Bam” Linwood Hildings, age 58, of Vinalhaven, Maine, died at his home on January 25, 2026.
David is survived by his parents, Richard “Dickie” Hildings of Vinalhaven (…
AUGUSTA — A bill that would let Maine towns and counties seek bankruptcy protection received little support at a legislative hearing last week.
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At 6 a.m., Jan. 29, U.S. Senator Collins circulated a news release saying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ceased its enhanced operations in Maine.
"The…
Upcoming performances, art exhibits, community gatherings, and more
MIDCOAST—It may be the quiet season, but in the Midcoast, the arts are still thriving. Even though 1 ½-inch snowstorms may keep us temporarily housebound, Maine arts venues are still bringing…
The Board of Directors of Regional School Unit 40 said Jan. 27 that was pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Welch as the…
Paul William Moody, 60, died January 23, 2026 at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta.
Paul was born December 10, 1965 in Brunswick and raised by John C. Moody, Jr. and Barbara…
iPad, passport, keys, jewelry.....
The Camden Police Department is…
ROCKLAND – The following cases were handled in the state court in Knox…
Proposes $300 relief checks, build more housing, continue free community college
In her final State of the State…
helping communities in Maine go live, on the air
In 2024, WRFR-LP Rockland…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Jan. 12-16.
Belfast
Sophia…
VINALHAVEN — It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joseph Hebert Martin. Joseph, 37, of Vinalhaven, Maine, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Joseph was born on…
HOPE — Given the route of entry into a ditch behind a guard rail on Main Street, in Hope, no speculation was voiced as to how the car would be removed. Bystanders to the…
seeking additional volunteers to help plan and execute fundraising events
Regional School Unit 13 (RSU13) has been awarded $1,170,000 in federal funding to support the critical repair, upgrade, and modernization of the Oceanside High…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Jan. 19-23.
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Every Sunday for the last three years I have sat down to write this column, I write about Lincolnville, town events, its history, random thoughts and memories that enter my head. I love this…
MATINICUS and ROCKLAND — Ann E. Mitchell, 78, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport, following 30 year battle with Lupus.
Born in Portland, February 23…
In Loving Memory of Colleen Margaret Morang, 73, a Courageous Spirit and Beloved Friend.
Born in Rockland, Maine, Colleen passed peacefully at Maine General Hospital in…
ROCKLAND — Virginia J. 'Ginny' Oliver, beloved worldwide as 'The Lobster Lady,' passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 21, 2026, after 105 years of inspiring all who knew her story.
Born…
Ski the Sea
Skiers are reveling in copious…
Joshua Barshinger, 35, passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2026. A devoted husband, proud father, loyal son, loving brother, and true friend, Josh lived his life with heart, humor, and an…
Temperatures to remain frigid with incoming nor'easter
For those now resigned to thinking 0 degrees F is the new norm, there is hope on the horizon. More immediately on the horizon, however, is 12-18 inches of powder snow. Skiers will be ecstatic,…
A winter parking ban will be in effect on all streets and municipal parking lots in Camden, except the Public Safety parking lot on Washington Street, beginning Sunday, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m. and…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Jan. 14-19.
Ryan C. Hast, 38, of Morrill, four counts of theft…
VISITATION UPDATE — Due to the impending storm, visitation for Dorothy ‘Dot’ Carroll will be held Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the West Rockport Baptist Church, Park Street,…
BELFAST — Police reported the following activity Jan. 9-20.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are…
ADDITIONAL ARRESTS ARE EXPECTED
ROCKLAND – A Bangor man was arrested by Rockland Police following a search warrant in Rockland's south end after a monthlong investigation into drug trafficking, according to a news release by the…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Jan. 4-20.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction,…
ORONO — The Maine Warden Service, along with trained searchers from the Maine Association of Search and Rescue (MASAR), are searching for missing man in Orono.…
CAMDEN — David A. Dickey, 71, of Camden, checked out of this world the way he lived in it, on his own terms, with a healthy dose of stubbornness, and leaving behind…
Nutritious feed and fresh, unfrozen water; safe footing to prevent slips on ice; dry bedding and access to shelter, fresh air, sunlight
From the Maine Emergency Management Agency and state Dept. of Agriculture:…
Democratic candidates in Maine came out strongly against Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s new surge in the state, bringing deportation efforts to the forefront in…
ROCKLAND – A Hope man who is accused of breaking into the Rockland Café on Main Street on Jan 20 remains in the Knox County Jail.
Mark Hupper, 41, was arrested by police Jan. 20 and charged…
Fill bird feeders, make sure your animals are safe and warm, use safe heating, clear the paths before more snow moves in, get provisions....
Central Maine Power (CMP) said it is preparing for dangerously cold temperatures forecasted for Maine this weekend accompanied by a significant snowstorm…
'scammers are preying on your desire to be included, as well as your curiosity'
The email arrives from a sender…
