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Knox County deed transfers
Wed, 04/01/2020 - 9:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded from March 23-27 at the Knox County Registry of Deeds. Camden 53 Park LLC to Andrew Chastain-Howley and Jill Chastain-Howley. Robert H. Eddy Jr. to Robert H. Eddy Jr. and Patricia P. Eddy. John L. Griffith Tr, and Julia A. Porter Revocable Trust to Robert H. Eddy Jr. and Patricia P. Eddy. John L. Griffith Tr, John L. Griffith Revocable Trust and Julia A. Porter Tr. to Patricia P. Eddy and Robert H. Eddy Jr...
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Bolduc Correctional Facility employee tests positive for COVID-19
Tue, 03/31/2020 - 3:30pm

WARREN — The Maine Department of Corrections administration was notified at approximately 9:30 a.m. on March 31 one of its employees assigned to the Bolduc Correctional Facility in Warren had tested positive for COVID-19, according to a news release from the DOC. The individual had not been on-site at the facility, the release noted, since Friday, March 20, and the person had been self-quarantining at home as they awaited their test results. All appropriate State agencies have been notified,...
Troopers encourage citizens to stay ‘vigilant about property, call in suspicious activity’
Woman arrested after Monroe homeowner sees people ‘cutting out car parts’ on property
Tue, 03/31/2020 - 1:00pm
MONROE — A Waterville woman was arrested after a Monroe homeowner allegedly caught people cutting parts out of vehicles stored on his property, according to a March 29 Maine State Police press release. Angela Bragg, 48, has been charged with trespassing, receiving stolen property, and unlawful possession of a scheduled drug (Suboxone) as a result of the Jackson Road incident, which occurred March 27. According to the release, a homeowner called Waldo County Dispatch to report suspicious...
Camden man said he took guns to protect himself during COVID-19 pandemic
Tue, 03/31/2020 - 9:30am
CAMDEN – A Camden man is being held without bail after he was arrested for allegedly possessing guns as a convicted felon, which he said he needed to protect himself during the COVID-19 virus. Arthur M. Andrews, 34, was charged by Camden police March 19 with possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, and two counts of violating a condition of release. Andrews made his initial appearance in Knox County Unified Court March 20 before Justice Paul Mathews. The state filed a motion March 20 to...
Burning odor prompts fire department response in Rockland
Mon, 03/30/2020 - 12:00pm

ROCKLAND — Residents of Woodlands Memory Care Center, in Rockland, were briefly relocated from the south section of the facility to the north section after staff reported a burning odor in multiple areas, Sunday evening. No flames or smoke were seen, nor did the built-in sprinkler system and hard-wired fire alarm activate when the smell was reported to Knox County Communications Center, March 29, at approximately 5:20 p.m. In the end, firefighters determined that the smell likely came from an...
Waldo County Sheriff's beat
Sun, 03/29/2020 - 5:30pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity March 17-24. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. March 19 Brian K. Boggs, 61, of Orland, was issued summonses for an inspection sticker violation, failure to provide proof of insurance, and failure to maintain control of a motor vehicle on Route 1 in Stockton Springs. Johnathan L. Maro, 27, of Troy, was issued a summons for operating after suspension on Moosehead Trail in Jackson. Alan F. Woodruff, 84, of...
Knox County divorces
Sat, 03/28/2020 - 8:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following divorces were finalized in Rockland District Court Jan.- Feb. Jared C. Chambers of Warren and Hayley D. Chambers of Rockland, married July 6, 2012, in Jefferson. She will change her name to Hayley Elizabeth Drisko. Scott C. Tilton of Rockland and Silvia M. Tilton of Lusaka, Zambia, married Feb. 12, 2011, in Waterville. Thomas J. Averill of Warren and Alicia Averill of South Thomaston, married Jan. 1, 2018, in Warren. She will change her name to Alicia Marie Gordon...
group dispersed prior to law enforcement's arrival
UPDATE: Knox S.O. investigates Vinalhaven incident: Tree cut to barricade driveway, quarantine demanded
Sat, 03/28/2020 - 12:15pm

VINALHAVEN — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate circumstances around why some people on Vinalhaven intentionally downed a tree to block the end of a resident’s road. “We are concerned that some believe that anyone from out of the state is potentially infected and needs to be quarantined,” according to a March 28 news release, issued at 10 p.m. The incident blew up on Vinalhaven at 3:35 p.m., Friday, March 27, according to the S.O,, when a resident of Cripple Creek Road,...
contingency plans in place to mitigate missing coverage
Waldo County Sheriff works to reduce department risks of COVID-19
Fri, 03/27/2020 - 6:45pm

BELFAST — Three members of the Waldo County Sheriff’s Office, including Sheriff Jeffrey Trafton, have undergone precautionary quarantines in an effort to ensure the department remains safe and functional during the COVID-19 outbreak. While Trafton’s since-ended quarantine was the result of a family member feeling unwell, two members of the department are still completing their 14-day quarantine after returning from out of state vacations. As Maine grapples with the potentially deadly virus that...
Knox County Criminal Docket closed cases
Fri, 03/27/2020 - 6:15pm
ROCKLAND — The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from March 16-23. Ryan M. Davis, 33, of Vienna, unlawful possession of scheduled drug in Washington Oct. 30, 2018, $400 fine, 364 days in jail with all but 30 days suspended, probation one year. Jeremiah J. Parker, 22, of Rockland burglary of a motor vehicle in Rockland July 30, 2018, 106 days in jail; theft by unauthorized taking or transfer, priors, in Rockland July 30, 2018, 106 days in jail, restitution $181.91;...
Tractor trailer hauling French fries overturns while accessing Maine turnpike
Thu, 03/26/2020 - 6:15pm

A truck hauling 80,000 pounds of French fries overturned while on an access ramp to the Maine Turnpike in Scarborough today, March 26. According to Maine State Police, the truck was going too fast. “There was some leakage from the truck's fuel tanks and DEP was on scene,” reported Maine Public Safety Office spokesman Steve McCausland. “The truck is owned by A C Moore, whose offices are nearby. The driver, Robert Skidget, 74, of Saco had minor injuries and was not charged. It was not immediately...
Rockland man arrested following vehicle burglaries, police say
Wed, 03/25/2020 - 7:30pm

ROCKLAND – A Rockland man was arrested March 25 and police believe he is allegedly connected to several recent motor vehicle burglaries in Rockland. Anthony Bates, 56, was charged by police with burglary of a motor vehicle and theft, according to a news release from Rockland Police Chief Chris Young. After Bates was arrested he was transported to the Knox County Jail. He was later released on $500 unsecured bail. Detective Alex Gaylor confirmed March 25 that the department has received...
Buttermilk Lane shut down briefly following South Thomaston rollover
Wed, 03/25/2020 - 3:30pm

SOUTH THOMASTON — South Thomaston firefighters worked cautiously to disengage an airbag battery under the hood of a car involved in a rollover, Wednesday, March 25. As long as the airbag battery remained intact, according to South Thomaston Fire Chief Bryan Calderwood, anyone sticking a head inside the vehicle’s window would be at risk of a sudden airbag deployment. At approximately 12:20 p.m., Knox County Sheriff’s deputies, South Thomaston Fire, and South Thomaston Ambulance were called to...
Waldo County Unified Court closed cases
Wed, 03/25/2020 - 1:00pm
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court 9-13. Benjamin Felton, 30, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, operating a vehicle without a license (beyond conditions/restrictions) in Searsmont July 20, 2015, $500 fine; operating under the influence in Searsmont July 20, 2015, dismissed; failing to notify of a motor vehicle accident in Searsmont July 20, 2015, dismissed. Jacob Hauk, 29, of Swanville, driving to endanger in Belfast July 29, 2018, $575 fine and license suspended...
Belfast Police warn residents after several reports of car burglaries
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 7:30pm
BELFAST — Belfast Police are warning the public after receiving several reports of vehicles being burglarized recently in the residential downtown area. Sergeant Detective Matthew Cook said that all three vehicles involved were left unlocked, with owners discovering items in their vehicle had been moved from where they were left. “We had three people call in yesterday, sometime over the evening of March 22 through the morning of [March] 23,” Cook said. The complainants told Cook that they had...
Maine State Police Troop D blotter
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 7:30pm

AUGUSTA — Maine State Police Troop D reported the following activity March 2-21. Troop D is responsible for Maine's Midcoast, including Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Waldo, and Knox counties, the southern half of Kennebec County and part of northern Cumberland County. The troop also patrols Interstate 295, from Brunswick to Gardiner. The troop's complement includes a lieutenant, three sergeants, 25 troopers and a secretary. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. March 2 Corporal...
Waldo County, divorces
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 5:00pm
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently granted in Belfast District Court. Kristen M. Dorval, of Belfast, and Joseph O. Dorval, of Oakland, were married Aug. 23, 2014, in Belfast and divorced Jan. 31. Marjorie M. Michaud, of Thorndike, and Bryan J. Michaud, of Thorndike, were married Aug. 23, 1975, in Winslow and divorced Jan. 6. Amanda M. Thornton, of Liberty, and Shane A. Mitchell, of Searsmont, were married Feb. 9, 2008, in Belfast and divorced Jan. 30. Curtis S. Dow, of Swanville,...
Knox County Criminal Docket closed cases
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 4:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from March 9-16. David James Adams, 48, of Westbrook, violation of sea urchin rule, Chapter 26, in Port Clyde Dec. 20, 2019, $500 fine. Shawn Albee, 27, of Hudson, N.H., hindering apprehension or prosecution in Washington Jan. 11, 2019, dismissed. Kelsey N. Anges, 25, of Camden, operating under the influence (alcohol) in Camden Dec. 13, 2019, $500 fine, 72 hours in jail, license suspended 150 days. Sigward W. Beckman Sr.,...
Belfast Police beat
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 3:00pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity March 8-15. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. March 8 Christopher E. Nickerson, 33, of Belfast, was issued a summons for an inspection sticker violation on Belmont Ave. March 10 Justin Howard, 35, of Searsport, was issued a summons for failure to register a motor vehicle on Searsport Ave. March 11 Alan G. Clark, 52, of Belfast, was arrested for failure to comply with a...
Waldo County Sheriff's beat
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 3:00pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Feb. 20 - March 19. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. Feb. 20 Anthony Ulmer, of Winterport, was issued summonses for operating after suspension and an inspection sticker violation on North Main Street in Winterport. Feb. 25 Lucas Porter, 33, of Stockton Springs, was issued a summons for violating conditions of release on Resh Road in Searsport. Feb. 29 Jason...
Camden resident surrendered after holding police at bay in Hanover, police say
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 1:45pm
Maine State Police said March 24 that a man who held police at bay for several hours in Hanover this morning surrendered just before noon time after talking with State Police negotiators. Paul Legasse, 40, of Camden, is charged with domestic violence assault and criminal threatening, according to a news release from the Maine Office of Public Safety. Oxford Sheriff's deputies and troopers were called to the Route 2 house around 2:30 a.m. when a female there reported she had been beaten and...
Knox County jail population reduced by 25 percent
Knox County Sheriff Tim Carroll: On reducing jail population during COVID-19
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:00am

Knox County Sheriff Tim Carroll sent the following statement March 24: Knox County Sheriff’s Office staff has worked very hard over the last week trying to curb the potential spread of COVID-19. The Knox County Jail population has been reduced by 25% and we are looking at ways to decrease it further. We all take our responsibility seriously to ensure that we only release after thorough review, discussion, and consideration. It is certainly a team effort of corrections staff,...
UPDATED: Police seek information regarding Stonington death
Tue, 03/24/2020 - 7:15am
STONINGTON — The death of a Stonington man inside his home, Monday, March 23, has been ruled a suicide, according to State Police. Investigators spent Monday night and most of Tuesday the deceased man’s home and told his relatives late Tuesday, of their findings. State Police detectives are seeking information regarding a death in Stonington home on Monday, March 23. State police say the death of a man inside a home in Stonington is being considered suspicious, according to the Maine Department...
Rockland police warn public of vehicle thefts
Mon, 03/23/2020 - 1:00pm
ROCKLAND – Rockland Police have received an increasing number of complaints about items stolen from unlocked motor vehicles. They are reminding the public to lock their vehicles when leaving them unattended and not to leave them unlocked with keys inside. “Rockland is a safe place to live, which can cause complacency and people can take advantage of this complacency,” police said in the news release on Facebook. Police added that all of these crimes involve unlocked vehicles and are typically...
Knox County deed transfers
Mon, 03/23/2020 - 12:00am
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded from March 16-20 at the Knox County Registry of Deeds. Appleton Nancy J. Hughes to Lisa S. Davis. Camden Daniel S. Cheever Jr. and Susan K. Stasiowski to Alleson Bixler. Michael Cluckey to Alan Cluckey. Marquerite Brown to Christopher D. Nurick. Friendship Kendall A. Orff Estate to Jeanette Orff Estate. Hope Carolyn Corcoran Estate and Dennis Corcoran...
Local names, phone numbers used in recent scams targeting healthcare professionals
Sat, 03/21/2020 - 8:15pm

The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public of a scam targeting local healthcare professionals and demanding money in the name of the KCSO. According to the KCSO, a group of scammers is currently calling healthcare professional and identifying themselves as the Knox County Sheriff's Office "wants and citation section." One of the telephone numbers used is 207-579-0390 (a Boothbay Harbor exchange). When you call the number, the message tells you to leave a name, number and message,...
Rockport firefighters extricate driver following Route 17 crash
Sat, 03/21/2020 - 11:15am

ROCKPORT — A sedan heading west on Route 17 in Rockport just after 9 p.m., March 20, veered off the road, hit a power pole, and flipped over backwards into a tree. The crash crumpled the vehicle, resulting in a team of Rockport firefighters extricating the driver, who was the sole occupant of the car. Nineteen volunteer firefighters responded to find the four-door sedan had snapped the power pole approximately 15 feet up from the ground, leaving wires cascading across the scene. Firefighters...
Rockland EMS makes plea for N95 masks
Fri, 03/20/2020 - 4:15pm

ROCKLAND — Rockland Fire & EMS is reaching out to all contractors, painters, store owners, medical offices, and anyone else who may have N95 masks. The supply of proper personal protection equipment (PPE) is low, according to Rockland Fire Chief Chris Whytock. So low, in fact, that the Department is being told that relief won’t come within the coming weeks. “I am pleading with anyone who is willing to either donate or sell them to our department,” he said. “We would welcome any amount that...
Knox County deed transfers
Fri, 03/20/2020 - 2:45pm
Rockland — The following deed transfers were recorded from March 9-13 at the Knox County Registry of Deeds. Camden Fay M. Saucier to Jeffrey I. Nicoll. Cary A. Nash to Linda M. Nash. Archibald K. Bailey Family Trust, Robert A. Bailey, Tr., Robert A. Bailey, Sandra M. Bailey to Oh Be Joyful LLC. Cushing Richard D. Warren Estate to Porcupine Hill LLC. Camden Center LLC to James Li Tr. and Kim Newby Tr. and Spotted Duck Revocable Trust. Camden...
Camden Police beat: Arrest warrants, OUI, inspection violations
Thu, 03/19/2020 - 10:30pm
CAMDEN – Camden police reported the following activity from March 1-12. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. A person charged with a crime is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. March 1 Brendan H. Riordan, 42, of Rockport, was issued a summons by Officer Mark Bennett for speeding. March 5 Andrea M. Itkin, 70, of Camden, was issued a summons by Bennett for speeding. Kathryn Dvorak, 48, of Camden, was issued a summons by...
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Camden police reach out to seniors, disabled living alone, with daily phone calls
Tue, 03/17/2020 - 9:45pm

CAMDEN/ROCKPORT – Living alone can be tough for seniors, especially those who do not have family nearby to check on them. There may also be concerns with family members that if a loved one falls or has a medical emergency, and cannot get to the phone to call for help, the situation could worsen. And, in the midst of coronavirus public health concerns, the elderly are being asked to limit their social contacts and spend more time in their homes. Social distancing can especially be hard for those...
35-year old died March 14
Alden Andrews succumbs to injuries; Liberty hit-and-run remains under investigation
Tue, 03/17/2020 - 5:30pm

BELFAST — The investigation of the fatal hit-and-run that occurred in Liberty March 12 remains ongoing, according to Waldo County Sheriff Jeff Trafton. Alden Andrews, 35, of Liberty, was struck by what was later identified as tractor-trailer while walking along Route 220 around 2:20 a.m. when the hit-and-run occurred. Andrews was discovered by another motorist who notified police a short time later. Andrews was transported to Waldo County General Hospital before being taken by LifeFlight of...
number of detainees more than triple limit for gatherings recommended by Gov. Mills
Maine reduces jail population amid coronavirus concerns
Tue, 03/17/2020 - 3:30pm

AUGUSTA — Maine is reducing its jail population as the state aims to avoid potential exposure of staff and inmates to COVID-19, the illness widely known as coronavirus, inside its locked facilities. Maine’s judicial branch cancelled or postponed the majority of court proceedings through May 1 in light of the rapid spread of coronavirus with exceptions carved out for in-custody hearings for adults and juveniles and certain motions, mental health and protection case hearings. The state’s trial...
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Three arrests
Tue, 03/17/2020 - 2:00pm
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 164 calls for service for the period of March 10 to March 17. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 2,207 calls for service. Summons 03/14/20, Tarah L. Diffin, 41, of Dresden was issued a summons for Operating while License is Suspended or Revoked – Prior, on Blinn Hill Road, Dresden, by Detective Scott Hayden. Arrests Daniel J. Gifford, 30, of Damariscotta was arrested March 10 on a Lincoln County District Court warrant for Failure to Appear, on...
Waldo County Sheriff's beat
Mon, 03/16/2020 - 9:15pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity March 3-12. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. March 3 Gail Landry, 65, of Glenburn, was arrested for operating under the influence on Route 202 in Troy. March 6 Jacob Rose, 20, of Monroe, was arrested for failure to stop for a law enforcement officer, violating conditions of release, and driving to endanger on Moosehead Trail in Brooks. Jonathan Lawrence, 20, of Belfast, was...
Belfast Police beat
Mon, 03/16/2020 - 9:15pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity March 7-14. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. March 8 Christopher E. Nickerson, 33, of Belfast, was issued a summons for an inspection sticker violation on Belmont Ave. March 10 Donald J. Knowlton, 29, of Waldo, was issued a summons for operating after habitual offender revocation on Main Street. Justin Howard, 35, of Searsport, was issued a summons for failure to register a vehicle on...
Maine’s Superior Court, District Court issue emergency order vacating warrants for unpaid fines
Mon, 03/16/2020 - 8:15pm

The following order is from State of Maine Superior Court and District Court, effective March 16: Effective immediately, any outstanding warrants for unpaid fines, unpaid restitution, unpaid court-appointed counsel fees, failure to appear for unpaid fine hearings, and any other failure to appear and pay other fees hereby VACATED . The reason is: “Given the public health crisis, the financial warrants (not the fines owed) have been vacated so that the system might...
Some jail business suspended
Announcement from Knox County Sheriff Timothy Carroll
Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:45pm

The following was submitted from Knox County Sheriff Timothy Carroll: I want you all to know that I am committed to providing the citizens of Knox County the highest quality of law enforcement services possible. In order to provide you this service, I need to keep my staff members as healthy as possible for as long as possible. COVID-19, a.k.a. Coronavirus disease, is considered a new infectious disease for us humans. It is characterized as having similarities to influenza, a.k.a. flu...
Thomaston police assisted by mutual aid law enforcement in car theft case
Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:00pm
THOMASTON — Thomaston Police Chief Tim Hoppe is grateful for the quick response by his Saturday, March 14, evening police officer and mutual aid agencies following some out-of-the-ordinary events. According to police, Justin Warren, born in 1977 and from Michigan, went to a local auto dealership on Saturday to buy a vehicle. After being denied purchase of a truck, he allegedly exited the building and climbed into the vehicle he was intending to obtain, and drove off in it, according to Hoppe...
Car carrying four juveniles lands on side along South Thomaston’s Westbrook Street
Mon, 03/16/2020 - 11:00am

SOUTH THOMASTON — Four teens were able to evacuate a vehicle that rolled over on Westbrook Street in South Thomaston, Sunday afternoon. On March 15, at approximately 12:15 p.m., South Thomaston Ambulance, St. George Rescue, and South Thomaston Fire Department were dispatched to a curve in the road where the vehicle lay on its side in a ditch. Though all four teens self-extricated, two of them were eventually transported to Pen Bay Medical Center with non life-threatening injuries. According to...
Waldo County Unified Court closed cases
Sat, 03/14/2020 - 8:45pm
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Feb. 28 - March 6. Elizabeth M. Kilby, 39, of Belfast, probation violation in Belfast Sept. 23, 2015, 110 days in jail, probation partially revoked and continued. Ginger L. Hegstrom, 38, of Thorndike, probation violation in Brooks Sept. 11, 2017, 80 days in jail, probation partially revoked and continued. Paul E. Badger Jr., 23, of Bangor, gross sexual assault in Searsport Sept. 19, 2016, dismissed. Jerry Ireland, 44, of...
Belfast Police beat
Sat, 03/14/2020 - 7:00pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity March 4-11. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. March 4 Damian L. Craven, 31, of Belfast, was issued a summons for operating after suspension on High Street. March 7 Felicia Moulton, 28, of Brooks, was arrested for disorderly conduct on Front Street. March 8 Gabrielle C. Coates, 20, of Belfast, was issued a summons for failure to register a vehicle on Main Street. Kevin B...
Waldo County Sheriff's beat
Sat, 03/14/2020 - 6:15pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Feb. 29 - March 11. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt. Feb. 29 Brandon M. Johnson, 26, of Belfast, was issued a summons for an inspection sticker violation on Young Lane in Unity. March 4 Corporal Cassandra McDonald responded to the scene of a single-vehicle accident on Burnham Road in Troy where a 2010 Kia ran a stop sign before coming to rest in a ditch. The operator was...
Duo arrested following single vehicle accident in Brooks
Sat, 03/14/2020 - 6:15pm

BROOKS — Two men were arrested following a single-vehicle accident that occurred on Moosehead Trail in Brooks March 6. Jonathan Lawrence, 20, of Belfast, had been charged with failure to remain at the scene of a personal injury crash, false attachment of plates, operating under the influence, violating conditions of release, driving to endanger, and failure to notify of an accident by quickest means following the midday accident. According to Waldo County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Matthew Curtis,...
U.S. DISTRICT COURT IN PORTLAND
RSU 40 ask judge to dismiss sexual harassment lawsuit
Fri, 03/13/2020 - 8:30pm

PORTLAND – The attorney for Regional School Unit 40 has asked for the dismissal of a lawsuit that was filed by a high school graduate, who claimed she was sexually harassed by a former principal. The suit, filed in U.S. District Court in Portland, names the school district that includes Medomak Valley High School, former principal Andrew Cavanaugh, and social worker Chuck Nguyen as the defendants. The former student alleges in the lawsuit filed Dec. 27 that during her junior...
No criminal, civil jury trials to be heard in State Courts until May
Fri, 03/13/2020 - 8:00pm
AUGUSTA — The following has been released by the Maine Judicial Branch on March 13. In light of public health concerns arising from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Maine's Judicial Branch is taking steps to adhere to the guidance provided by the Maine and United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Persons identified as being infected by COVID-19, having had contact with those infected by COVID-19, or having visited areas identified as problematic due to the prevalence of COVID-...
Knox County Sheriff, County Commissioners recognize heroes, appoint new communications director
Fri, 03/13/2020 - 3:30pm

ROCKLAND – The night of February 1, of this year, is not a night that Craig Dennison and Donald Holbrook III of Warren will soon forget. It was the night an ATV they were riding on crashed through the ice on Crawford Pond in Union. Knox Regional Communications Center dispatchers, sheriff’s deputies, fire departments and civilians all worked together to rescue the men. Sheriff’s deputies, Warren and Union first responders, Good Samaritans help rescue two men from icy pond Knox...
Vinalhaven School evacuated early Friday due to propane smell
Fri, 03/13/2020 - 12:15pm

VINALHAVEN — Students and staff at Vinalhaven School were evacuated from the building Friday, March 13 at 8 a.m. due to a propane smell. A bus was running outside the campus to provide warmth for students without coats, according to school officials. Within 40 minutes, the all clear was given by medical responders and all members of the school were allowed to return to the building.
Sheriff’s Office thanks the public for information
Waldo County deputies identify individuals involved in Liberty hit and run
Fri, 03/13/2020 - 11:00am
LIBERTY — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the public for their efforts in locating the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run in Liberty that left a pedestrian with serious injuries. According to Sheriff’s Office Lt. Matthew C. Curtis, in a news release, the pedestrian was identified at Alden Andrews, 35, of Liberty. Andrews was transported by Liberty Rescue to Waldo County General Hospital in Belfast, then via LifeFlight of Maine to Northern Light Health – Eastern Maine...
Knox County grand jury indictments
Wed, 03/11/2020 - 2:45pm
ROCKLAND – The following indictments against 12 nine defendants, for a total of 44 counts, were handed down by a Knox County grand jury March 4 after meeting for two days. An indictment does not imply guilt. Carlton E. Abbott, Jr., 60, of Belfast, burglary of a motor vehicle, theft by unauthorized taking, misuse of identification in Camden Sept. 18, 2019. According to the affidavits filed in Knox County Unified Court by Camden police officers Wes Butler and Jonathon Morgan, the investigation...

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