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BELFAST — A Liberty man was indicted by a Waldo County grand jury, Nov, 20,  for knowing and intentional murder.

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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 Nov. Nov. 17-21. 

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Ways to use those Thanksgiving leftovers
Individual turkey pot pies with a posh crust. Photo by Kay Stephens

Some people who get up at 6:30 in the morning to run post-Thanksgiving-themed marathons.

Then there's the rest of us, staring into our refrigerators on Friday, November 28, thinking, "What…

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

Kristi L. Hightower, of Belfast, and Norman A.…

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Belfast — Police reported the following activity Oct. 22-29.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction…

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BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 16-24.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction…

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ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 24-28.

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Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed Friday, November 28, 2025, as …

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SOUTH THOMASTON — South Thomaston firefighters and their mutual aid fought a fire at 237 Waterman's Beach Road, Thursday. The call came in at approximately 12 p.m., Thanksgiving Day. 

'I ask for your patience'
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Rockland Police Chief Tim Carroll shared a message on Facebook, Nov. 26, 2025, for all the people demanding immediate answers. 

"Due to the severity of this crash and the number of…

“I wish all Maine people and their loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving holiday and a safe, healthy, and joyous season ahead”
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The Maine State Police (MSP) is urging drivers to buckle up, never drive impaired, and always follow traffic laws ahead of one of the busiest travel periods of…

Michael Wayne Myrick

CUSHING — It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael Wayne Myrick, 74, of Cushing, on November 17, 2025, at MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital in Rockport.

Born on September…

Pearl M. Moulton

Pearl M. Moulton, 85 years, passed away November 24, 2025, at Bayview Manor. She was born March 2, 1940 in Searsport, Maine, the daughter of Roy and Edna (Moody) Young…

Wesley and Carly Summers behind their hand-carved bar. Photo courtesy Molli Wentworth King

ROCKLAND—Rockland’s creative economy just got a zesty boost with the arrival of Lemon Bar, a stylish yet comfortably down-to-earth new spot at 305 Main Street.

Owners Carly and Wesley…

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THOMASTON — Gloria G. Snowdeal, 90, of Thomaston, passed away peacefully at the Sussman House in Rockport on November 24, 2025. Gloria’s family will honor her life privately.

To share a…

a four-phase project, including a new STEM Community Center
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The Owls Head Transportation Museum (OHTM) has been awarded a $1.53 million federal Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) grant in support of the museum’s multi-phase Capital Campaign. This…

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LINCOLNVILLE — John L. Richards, Sr., 75, died on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at his home. 

A complete obituary will be published…

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ROCKPORT — Katherine A. Killoran, M.D., 57, wife of Scott Layton, died on Friday, November 21, 2025 in Rockport. 

A complete…

'We ask that our community keep the victim and their family in their thoughts and prayers'
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Rockland Police Department, including Rockland’s Criminal Investigation Division, are working closely with the Knox County District Attorney’s Office to continue to…

Timothy Hall

ROCKLAND — It is with great sorrow and sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Timothy ‘Tim’ Hall, 77, long time president of George C. Hall & Sons, who passed away peacefully, at Pen…

Anne Waterman Cousens

SOUTH THOMASTON — Anne Waterman Cousens, 92, died peacefully at home, Friday, November 21, 2025. Born at home in South Thomaston, July 11, 1933, she was the daughter of Harry L. and Charlotte…

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BELFAST — Helen Hews Skinner, 92, of Belfast, passed away on Oct. 12, 2025, with her family by her side. 

A full obituary with service…

Mark Geoffrey Blackler

JEFFERSON — Mark Geoffrey Blackler, 62, suddenly passed on November 19, 2025 in Eddington as a result of an automobile accident. Mark was born March 10, 1963 in…

First reported attack credible, second alleged attack unsubstantiated
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CAMDEN — Camden Detective Aaron Bailey said Monday morning, Nov. 24, that the owner of the red Tundra whom Camden Police had been seeking came to police headquarters today.

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Belfast — The following cases were closed in Waldo County unified court Nov. 13-18.

Cole Libby, 31, of Liberty, theft by receiving stolen…

Women’s Club

There is a fascinating history of women’s clubs in America, rooted in a history that did not often include the role of women in society. Often relegated to auxiliary groups to established…

Nicholas Matluk Jr.

BATH — Nicholas Matluk Jr., of Scarborough, formerly of Bath, passed away on Friday, Nov 21, 2025 at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Scarborough.

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 Nov. 10-14. 

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ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 17-21.

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Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office

Investigators from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest in a scam targeting people with false claims of a federal arrest warrant. The victim…

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Belfast — Police reported the following activity Nov. 5-19.

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

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

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction,…

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(Update Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025) Rockland Police have confirmed that a child has succumbed to injuries suffered after being struck by a vehicle on Broadway, in Rockland, Friday afternoon.

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UNION — Extrication of a driver took firefighters at least 25 minutes, Friday afternoon, following a three-vehicle crash in Union. The doors that weren't dented in were pressed against some trees…

McLain School, in Rockland, is to be transformed into housing. (Photo courtesy David Troup/City of Rockland)

The City of Rockland said Nov. 19 that the affordable workforce housing project at the former McLain School Property has been selected to receive approximately $9 million in funding from the Maine…

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The Rockland Police Department is looking to return the following unclaimed, abandoned, or otherwise found property to its rightful owner(s). If the owner of the…

Peter Emery

WAYNE — Peter Emery, 78, of Wayne, Maine, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on November 17, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1947, to Marjorie and Frances…

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THOMASTON — Two adults and a child were transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Thomaston Street and Buttermilk Lane…

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Mistrial declared in trial of Aziayh Scott for manslaughter

The jury trial of Aziayh Scott, 24, of Louisiana, accused of the manslaughter in the May 2024 death of 22-month-…

Magnus Richardson Lane

VINALHAVEN — Magnus Richardson Lane passed away on October 26, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer on Vinalhaven, Maine. He was born on December 6, 1955, in Keflavik, Iceland…

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There’s already a Democratic primary race underway for the seat Rep. Jared Golden …

UPCOMING COURT DATES SCHEDULED FOR REMAINING MEN
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ROCKLAND - Eight of the 11 men who were charged with engaging a prostitute on Jan. 27, 2025 following an investigation of sex trafficking at the Asian Massage Parlor in Rockland, have had their…

'dismissal does not mean a rate increase will not be considered in the future'
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The Maine Public Utilities Commission voted Nov. 18  to dismiss a five-year rate plan…

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ROCKPORT — Following three years of careful design and construction, Rockport Marine launched…

Sandra Weldon Johnson

CAMDEN — Sandra Weldon Johnson, 89, of Camden, Maine, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025.

Sandy was born on January 12, 1936 in Pennsylvania, the daughter of James and Alice Weldon…

Guyer "Gordie" Guist, Jr.

CAMDEN — Guyer G. “Gordie” Guist, Jr., 75, husband of Robin Brown Guist, died from complications of Parkinson’s Disease on Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025 at Sussman…

Harris J. “Pete” Bixler

ROCKLAND — Harris J “Pete” Bixler, longtime resident of Camden and Northport, died peacefully at Breakwater Commons on November 8, 2025, at the age of 93. Much like his wife and mother before him…