ROCKLAND — Ercell S. Robishaw, 87, died Friday, June 20, 2025, at her granddaughter’s Washington home, where she had resided the past year.
Born and raised in Rockland, December 15, 1937,…
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THOMASTON — Judith E. Meklin, 84, wife of the late Donald E. Meklin, died Saturday, June 21, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love and care of her family.
Visiting hours will be held…
Last year, when Syd Moore began work helping survivors of domestic violence find housing, they managed about eight cases. Now, Moore works with two dozen cases, with another five expected soon…
More than 250 supporters, community leaders, and scientists gathered at Bigelow Laboratory in East Boothbay, Maine, on June 26 to celebrate the grand opening of the Harold Alfond Center for…
Suzanne Widener Scott died on June 21, 2025 at the age of 72 after a ten-year struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Her passing was marked by a loving vigil of close family, including her devoted…
OWLS HEAD — A memorial mass for Denise Mary Raynes, 61, who received her wings peacefully in her sleep, January 4, 2025, will be held Monday, July 7, 2025, at 10 a.m., at St. Bernard’s…
It is said that Mainers talk a lot about the weather. After this last week it seems easy to understand why. Tuesday was about as hot as they come, reminding us that the old homes so many of…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court June 20-25.
Siqi Lu, 29, of Amherst, Massachusetts, domestic violence criminal threatening in…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity June 1-24.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity June 10-26.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds June 23-27.
Camden
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UNION — Edwin L. Beckwith, Jr. “Ed”, 72, passed away peacefully at home on June 23, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer with his wife of 49 years, Laurie, at his side.
Born in Boston,…
Thomaston Police Department, on its Facebook page, has announced road closures and detours that will be implemented through the day on Friday, July 4, 2025.
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds June 16-20.
Belfast
William H. Bruns IV to Joseph…
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court.
David M. Haley, of Troy, and Linda Haley, of Havelock, North Carolina, were…
ROCKPORT — Ruth M. Wade, 90, went peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus, following a brief illness, Sunday, June 22, 2025. Born in Claremont, New Hampshire, November 4, 1934, she was the…
The Camden Historic Resources Committee will hold public workshops July 10 at 6 p.m. and July 15 at 6 p.m. in the French Conference Room on Washington Street for discussions about a proposed…
Fire cause determined accidental
UPDATE: The cause of the fire has been determined accidental, originating in the room housing the electrical panel and a hot water heater.
CAMDEN — Late in the night, June 25, a fire…
ROCKPORT — They vary in size, but their intents are similar: Housing to fill a needed niche in Maine.
There are, however, concerns raised by at least one citizen for the scale of a proposed…
“It shows that your police department and City cares about their employees, even the four pawed ones.”
ROCKLAND — The community paid its final respects to K9 Marek, member of the Rockland Police Department since 2023, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in a solemn ceremony at a Rockland funeral home.…
FRIENDSHIP — Jonathan Elmer James Sevon, “Lonnie”, 51, of Friendship, passed away unexpectedly at his home with his wife at his side on June 2, 2025. Lonnie was born in Rockland on May 19, 1974,…
Two of Maine’s largest paper mills are among the dirtiest in the country, according to a new study on U.S. pulp and paper plants, putting their emissions on par with some oil refineries.
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One constant: 'One team, one goal, and everybody goes home'
HOPE — “The entire department is going to go through enormous change,” said Hope Town Administrator Samantha Mank. “I think it’s really important to acknowledge that not one man is having a…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds June 16-20.
Camden
Dickey Family Limited Partnership…
Ann Armstrong Guild, 91, formerly of Cushing, passed away on June 6, 2025, at Schooner Cove in Damariscotta.
A free spirit, devoted to her creative spirit, her deep faith in Christian…
VINALHAVEN — Julie Haley, 61, of Vinalhaven, passed away in her home surrounded by family on the morning of May 25. She battled with cancer for years, and it is what eventually took her from us.…
On June 10, two Rockport candidates running for one three-year seat on the Five Town CSD and School Administrative District 28 boards received the same number votes each. On June 23 at 1 p.m…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court June 12-18.
Alex Small, 43, of Bangor, probation violation in Winterport Jan. 20, 2019,…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds June 9-14.
Belfast
Maryanne Shaver and…
JEFFERSON — A resident of Washington and his passenger were transported by air following a motor vehicle collision on Route 17, in Jefferson, Friday afternoon.…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity June 1-18.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…
SOUTH THOMASTON — A graveside committal service for Corey D. Williams, 49, who died February 9, 2025, will be held July 1, 2025, at 2 p.m., at Village Cemetery, Dublin Road, South Thomaston.
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The Knox County Fire Training Academy proudly announces the successful completion of its 2025 Firefighter I & II class. This dedicated group of 16 students, representing towns across Knox…
The rising seniors of Camden Hills Regional High School are on the annual Washington Trip. A trip that has been occurring for years upon years, generously supported to make it free for all…
CAMDEN — It was an arduous rescue, but slowly and carefully, teams of rock climbers and firefighters/EMTs lowered and carried a woman with possible broken ankles off the cliffs overlooking…
BROOKS — Four people were arrested following the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Gardner Drive, according to a June 20, media report from Maine State Police.
The…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity June 2-14.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are…
Climb to the lantern room
A Lighthouse Tower Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held Sunday, June 29, at 6 p.m. Visit Grindle Point Light Station for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the re-opening of the Grindle Point…
UNION — Flagger positions at a paving site on Heald Highway were handed over to Union firefighters, Thursday, June 19, after the construction zone became a chain reaction crash scene.
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Retail and 'third place' for music lovers
CAMDEN—When Jeff Clarke opened String Theory, his first music store, in October 2024, he had dreams that…
ROCKLAND — Moose Carlson, aka Donald N. Carlson, 66, passed away at the Breakwater Commons in Rockland on June 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Waldoboro on September 18,…
CAMDEN — Virginia Bell Johns died peacefully on June 9, 2025, at the age of 81. She was surrounded by loving family members and a devoted caregiver whom she loved. Virginia passed away after a…
MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital’s Addiction Resource Center (ARC) has announced a new name and broader alignment: it is now known as Comprehensive Addiction Psychiatry Services (CAPS),…
Lincolnville Select Board to vote June 23; Hope, June 24
For the last 12 years, Camden has had no ambulance based in town. That is changing July 1, when, courtesy of a new public-private initiative, a North East Mobile Health Services (…
ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from June 3-17.
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UNION — Assistant Union Fire Chief Nick Ciasullo arrived on scene to a two vehicle crash in Union just in time to prevent a wide load from driving into the crash scene. Unable to turn around, the…
ROCKLAND – Gladys St. John Dodge Hardy, 90, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport.
Born in Montville, April 7, 1935, she was the daughter of Arthur Lewis…
WARREN — Herbert Levi Hamblen Sr., 89 of Warren, passed away January 26, 2025.
Herbert was one of eight children…
WALDOBORO — Having affirmed her faith many years ago, Lillian Maureen Brown Dolloff went home to meet her savior face to face on June 15, 2025.
Lillian was the daughter of former Deputy…
