BELFAST The following cases were closed in Waldo County unified court Dec. 3-9.
Diane L. Brown, 67, of Jackson, operating while license…
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ROCKLAND — Thad Fairman Grotton Jr., 78, passed away after long standing health issues on December 7, 2025.
Carpenter, bartender, loving father, and ladies man.
RETIRED.
Loved…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 30 - Dec. 10.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a…
Gingerbread Spectacular 2025
Here is the list of award winning Gingerbreads in the annual Gingerbread Spectacular at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor:
Most Spectacular: Carla Warren: "Under the Sea"
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Belfast — Police reported the following activity Nov 20 - Dec. 10.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged…
If any motorists witnessed the event, they are asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office
WHITEFIELD — The Medical Examiner’s Office is assisting in the investigation to determine cause of death of a driver involved in a single-vehicle…
An individual already incarcerated has accumulated additional charges following a Dec. 9, 2025 complaint received by the Rockland Police Department.
At the time of the incident,…
SUMNER — Martin Gibson (known by many in his younger years as Gregg Niemann) passed away on December 3 at the age of 72, in a tragic fire at his home in Sumner,…
On Dec. 10, Knox County Regional Communications received a third-party call of a female yelling for help from the residence of 30 Keller Dr., in Rockport.
Rockport…
Lesher Foundation increases its contributions to park efforts
ROCKPORT — Rockport Common, a new community park on the 7.67 acre parcel on the corner of West Street and Route 1, is due to open with a ribbon cutting in Fall 2026. Between now and then, the…
ROCKLAND — Shoppers in and around Harbor Plaza, with includes Shaw's and Ocean State Job Lots, along with a bank, were kept inside for a brief time, Thursday morning, while police took one person…
ROCKLAND – The following comprises recent court activity in Knox County Court from Dec. 5-10, including an alleged stabbing in Union and man who fled the scene of an accident and broke into a home…
Mondays and Tuesdays, the Portland-based sandwich shop sets up in Main Street Markets Gallery
ROCKLAND — Roasty's, Portland's roast beef sandwich shop, quietly made an appearance in Main Street Markets' kitchen last week for two days, delighting locals.
It seemed like a random…
Citizens question municipal permit; Three BEP appeals now under review
ROCKPORT — The Maine Board of…
ROCKLAND — Remediation of a former junkyard site in Rockland has begun, paving the way for six affordable houses in the near future.
Rockland Street, in Rockland, has been closed to thru…
Roo loves meeting new people
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office K9 team of Deputy William Reed and K9 Roo has acquired their tracking certification.
Over the past six months, they have successfully completed the 200-hour…
safety tips for heating homes during cold weather
WINDSOR — Maine Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause of a fire in Windsor, Monday evening. An occupant was found deceased inside the residence.
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ROCKLAND — Andrew Reichline, a beloved photographer, dedicated psychotherapist, and passionate musician, died peacefully in his sleep on November 16, 2025. He shared a loving and laughing life…
Republicans who campaigned on restricting transgender rights …
Dec. 9 meeting
ROCKPORT — The Rockport Budget Committee will convene Tuesday evening, at 6 p.m., in the Geoffrey C. Parker meeting room at the lower level of the Rockport Opera House to continue discussion of…
"not a punishment or a negative reflection of the PD, but a way to provide an absolute protection for every officer and every City employee"
ROCKLAND — “Let us send a clear, powerful message, once again,” said Councilor Kaitlin Callahan. “Rockland stands with all of its residents. We will protect our community, and we will protect…
CAMDEN — Marieda Call, 77, of Camden, Maine, passed away on November 18, 2025, following a period of declining health. She was surrounded by family.
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ROCKLAND — Johanna I. Wildes, 75, passed away peacefully on the evening of November 28, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on September 15, 1950, in Gallatin, Tennessee, to Raymond…
Joan Inez Fowles passed away peacefully at home on December 4, 2025, at the age of 88. She was born on March 17, 1937, in Rockland, Maine, the daughter of Chester…
Dec. 8 meeting
Lincolnville's Select Board will meet …
'I am running not to promote my own agenda, but to support the well-being of our community'
Peter Jenks, of Thomaston,…
The culmination of Lincolnville’s trio of town events occurred Saturday with the Beach Bonfire. I say three, because these are the ones that most resonate with my nostalgic brain, though I…
Dec. 8 meeting
ROCKPORT — The Select Board in Rockport will convene at 6 p.m., Dec. 8, to hold a public hearing on whether to designate a home off of West Street a dangerous building; to hear an update…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Dec. 1-5.…
The Opera House’s annual holiday Gingerbread Spectacular shows off an array of local talents and not only those of the gingerbread house designers both young and old.…
Belfast — Police reported the following activity Nov. 22-30.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 13-30.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction…
Belfast — The following cases were closed in Waldo County unified court Nov. 26 - Dec. 2.
Dakota Hustus, 38, of Searsport, probation violation…
revitalize Harbor Park's shoreline
The Town of Camden has been awarded a $5,933,000 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s National Coastal Resilience Fund, enabling the town to remove…
ROCKPORT — Dr. Katherine Ann Killoran, beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, died peacefully at her home in Rockport…
ROCKPORT — Edith “Edie” Rogers Kyle of Rockport passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. She was born in 1934 to Elenor Potter and Irving Henry Rogers in Westfield,…
KNOX COUNTY — Firefighters and Public Works departments throughout Knox County have been called into service, Thursday evening, Dec. 4, due to fallen trees. Astronomers had predicted a super moon…
appeal follows DEP's Nov. 7 approval
AUGUSTA — On Dec. 3, Rockport…
BELFAST — The Belfast City Council will meet for its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday this week, after inclement weather led Tuesday’s meeting to be postponed. Among the agenda items on City…
offering a $5,000 reward for a tip that leads to a conviction
FALMOUTH — The Maine Marine Patrol, with support from Maine Operation Game Thief, is investigating the possible theft of oysters and equipment from an…
a structured way for the public to review revenue options, offer input, and support the city in evaluating approaches for future budgets
"As rising costs put pressure on Rockland households, we must take a thoughtful look at how we fund our city," said Rockland City Councilor Nicole Kalloch, in a news release.
Kalloch is…
LINCOLNVILLE — John L. Richards, Sr., passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Saturday, November 22, 2025, with his two children by his side.
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As the Trump administration works to dismantle renewable energy initiatives and boost oil, coal and natural gas, states such as Maine with aggressive climate…
WARREN — Three dogs were in the fenced-in yard of Jillian's Pet Grooming and Boarding when a sudden commotion coming from the east sent all three running for cover. Their flight to the opposite…
CAMDEN — Joel Ernest Hokkanen, 82, passed away peacefully at Maine Medical Center on November 19, 2025.
Born on January 26, 1943 at Sauk Centre, Minnesota to Sulo Ernest Hokkanen and Norma…
First edition features 52 of 69 unsolved homicides, 38 long-term suspicious missing person cases
The Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit–Unsolved has launched a new initiative aimed at generating investigative leads in long-standing cases through the creation of a Cold Case Deck of Cards.…
CAMDEN — Sue A. (Young) Kandziolka, 78, of Camden, Maine died of a myocardial infarction at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine on November 18, 2025. She donated her…
Request came during Agenda-setting meeting; official vote comes during Regular meeting
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THOMASTON — Thomaston firefighters and their mutual aid encountered heavy smoke inside a residence at 63 Dexter Street, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. The fire crews were called to the scene at…
