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Flags lowered in honor of General Colin Powell
Mon, 10/18/2021 - 7:30pm
In accordance with a directive of the President , Governor Janet Mills ordered that United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff immediately, Monday, October 18, until sunset on Friday, October 22, 2021 in honor of the life and legacy of former U.S. Secretary of State, General Colin Powell. “General Powell served our nation in the military, as an advisor to four presidents, and as our nation’s top diplomat,” said Governor Janet Mills, in a news release. “His lifetime of...
Thomaston’s Old County Road reopens after motor vehicle crash
Mon, 10/18/2021 - 5:15pm

THOMASTON — Two people were transported to Pen Bay Medical Center, Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 following a two-vehicle crash, just prior to 4 p.m., on Old County Road, in Thomaston. Though both vehicles involved in the crash came to a stop on the same side of the road, police and fire personnel closed the stretch between Dexter Street and the Rockland/Thomaston town line entirely to traffic for about 45 minutes. Initially, a Rockland fire truck was requested in order to use the City’s extrication...
Smoke in Keag Store prompts evacuation, firefighter response
Mon, 10/18/2021 - 7:30am

SOUTH THOMASTON — Light smoke could be seen through the windows of the second floor apartment above the Keag Store, in South Thomaston, Sunday evening, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021. That smoke eventually made its way down to the store and eating establishment below, prompting an initial response from Keag Store employees, and a quick turnout by area firefighters. Just prior to 7:25 p.m., someone noticed the upper level smoke and ran run up to pound on the door. No one answered the door and...
UPDATE: Police identify victims of Saturday two-vehicle crash
Sun, 10/17/2021 - 1:00pm

ROCKPORT 10/17/2021 — After notifying relatives of the two people who died as a result of a two-vehicle crash on Commercial Street in Rockport, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, Rockport Police have identified the names of the deceased and injured. Occupants of the white 2019 Subaru that was travelling South on Commercial Street were: Karen Kohlhepp (operator), 59, of Belfast; Judy Johnson (passenger), 82, of Northport; and Janet Vera (passenger), 58, of Northport (deceased). The occupant of...
Flags lowered Oct. 16 in honor of fallen law enforcement officers
Sat, 10/16/2021 - 8:15am
In accordance with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills ordered that United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff midnight, and through Saturday, October 16, 2021, in honor of the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service and to pay respect to law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty and their families. “Earlier this week, we added the name of Maine State Police Detective Ben Campbell to the Maine Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Augusta,” said...
Rockland Police introduces new officer to the neighborhood
Fri, 10/15/2021 - 1:15pm

ROCKLAND — The Rockland Police Department announced Oct. 15, 2021, on its Facebook page, the hiring of Officer Michael Izzi to the force. Izzi grew up in Connecticut before attending college in Massachusetts. After earning Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice in 2009, he was commissioned as an Officer in the United States Marine Corps where he served four years active duty as a Military Police Officer. After active duty, Officer Izzi transferred to the United States Marine Corps Reserve where...
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Five arrests
Tue, 10/12/2021 - 1:00pm

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 183 calls for service for the period of Oct. 4 to Oct. 12. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 9,140 calls for service. Summons Lance E. Whitmore, 50, of Whitefield was issued a summons Oct. 11 for Operating with a Suspended Registration, on East River Road, Whitefield, by Deputy Caleb Poirier. Arrests Tara S. Oliver, 48, of Nobleboro was arrested Oct. 5 for Domestic Violence Assault, on School Street, Nobleboro, by Deputy Caleb Poirier. Kolt...
Thorndike and other communities list active departments, but they’re only a firefighter or two away from being unable to respond
‘Ghost stations’ in rural Maine mask depth of firefighter shortage
Mon, 10/11/2021 - 2:15pm

When Greg West received the alert for a motorcycle accident just after 2 a.m. last August, he dragged himself out of bed, then drove to the intersection of Stoddard Pond Road and Route 201 in Bowdoin. He was the only member of Bowdoin Fire and Rescue to respond. West, the deputy fire chief, found himself wearing “a lot of hats” at the scene. He was responsible for assessing the critically wounded driver, coordinating LifeFlight’s landing and commanding the emergency response. This story was...
Firefighters, mountain rescue volunteers locate, escort lost hiker down dark Camden Hills State Park trail
Sun, 10/10/2021 - 10:30pm

CAMDEN — By 10 p.m., Oct. 10, a hiker who lost her way in the Camden Hills State Park, was safely down off the side of Megunticook Mountain, tired and scared, but safe, thanks to two rescue teams who scoured the trails for her. The woman, 28, and of Bath, had parked her car late in the day at the Carriage Trail parking area on Mountain Street (Route 52) in Camden, and began her ascent to the summit of Mount Battie. But, dusk came faster than she apparently anticipated, and she found herself...
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Sun, 10/10/2021 - 8:45pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported the following activity Sept. 27 - Oct. 8. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. Sept. 28 Emily M. Russell, 27, of Belfast, was issued a summons for attaching false plates on Belfast Road in Lincolnville. Sept. 30 Dustyn Wood, 31, of Brooks, was issued summonses for unauthorized use of a motor...
Waldo County Unified Court closed cases
Sun, 10/10/2021 - 8:30pm
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Oct. 1-7. Laurie L. Allen, 59, of Belfast, terrorizing in Belfast Oct. 12, 2017, 18 months in prison with all but 14 days suspended and two years of probation; disorderly conduct (loud noise/private place) in Belfast June 7, 2020, dismissed; disorderly conduct (loud noise/private place) in Belfast June 6, 2020, dismissed; violating a condition of release in Belfast July 15, 2020, dismissed; violating a condition of release...
Belfast Police beat
Sun, 10/10/2021 - 8:30pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported two traffic infractions between Sept. 21 - Oct. 8; one citation was issued for failure to register a vehicle and the second citation was issued for speeding. In addition to the two traffic citations, the following activity was reported. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. Sept. 22 Semonie Littlefield...
Camden Police beat
Sat, 10/09/2021 - 9:00pm
CAMDEN — Camden Police reported issuing 25 traffic citations between Aug. 3-Sept. 30. Of the traffic citations, 10 were issued for speeding, three for an expired inspection sticker, two for expired registrations, four for studded tires, four for insurance violations and one for failure to stop at a stop sign. In addition to the traffic infractions, Camden Police reported nine summonses and one arrest including the following activity. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and...
“We don’t know how strong we are until being strong is the only choice that we have.”
Maine State Police rolls out Pink Patch Project, Breast Cancer Awareness cruisers
Thu, 10/07/2021 - 12:45pm

The Maine State Police and Maine State Troopers Foundation (MSTF) unveiled the Maine State Police “Pink-Themed” cruisers for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 6, as a way to kick off the MSTF’s 2021 Pink Patch Initiative. “We are proud of the partnership of the Maine State Police and the Maine State Troopers Foundation which allows us to support Maine-based cancer charities,” said Col. John Cote, Chief of the Maine State Police, in a MSP news release. “Cancer continues to impact many Maine...
Taking back unwanted prescription drugs, eyeglass, hearing aids
Thu, 10/07/2021 - 12:15pm
The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office, Waldo County Triad, Belfast Lions Club and the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency are sponsoring the Fall Drug Take Back Event on October 23, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waldo County Sheriff’s Office at 6 Public Safety Way in Belfast. This will be a drive-thru event where folks will not have to get out of their cars. Participants will drive in, Deputies will accept unwanted prescription medications and volunteers will collect unwanted hearing aids and...
UPDATE: Judge denies motion to reduce bail for Camden man accused of kidnapping, assaulting woman
Tue, 10/05/2021 - 5:30pm

UPDATE:ROCKLAND — A judge denied a motion to reduce the $100,000 cash bail for Richard Ellis, 34, of Camden, who was arrested Sept. 15 for allegedly holding a woman against her will for more than a week and assaulting her multiple times. Defense attorney Roger Hurley of Camden filed a motion Sept. 27 to amend the bail conditions for Ellis. Judge John Martin presided at a hearing Oct. 1 in Knox County Court. The District Attorney’s Office had previously filed a motion to revoke the bail for...
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Judge hears arguments from all sides of Rockport hotel dispute, gives lawyers case law homework to read
Tue, 10/05/2021 - 12:00pm

ROCKPORT — The Monday morning spent in Knox County Courtroom No. 1 with Justice Bruce Mallonee was of patient legal discourse, as attorneys for three different parties involved in the Rockport Village hotel dispute each presented arguments to him as to why their interests should prevail. In the end, and just before handing out paper copies of a particular law case he wanted the lawyers to study, Justice Mallonee thanked them all for their efficiency and the quality of work contained in the...
advocates say assessments in child protective cases not thorough, continue to leave children at risk
Diagnosing abuse requires collaboration and expert advice, child advocates say
Tue, 10/05/2021 - 9:15am

Hailey Ann Goding loved anything that sparkled. The 3-year-old also adored her pet chickens and insisted on taking them to McDonald’s for chicken nuggets. The blond-haired girl was just beginning to grow fond of owls when her short life ended. Hailey’s mother, Hillary Goding, called 911 at 10:48 p.m. on June 4, reporting that her daughter was unresponsive and not breathing. Police later learned Goding waited 20 hours to seek help even as her daughter’s breathing grew raspy and her body became...
Lincoln County Courts
Roberts gets new deferred disposition, McKellar family speaks
Tue, 10/05/2021 - 7:15am

Lincoln County Superior Court Justice Daniel Billings approved an agreement between the District Attorney’s Office and Jonathan D. Roberts, 47, of Waban Massachusetts Oct. 4 for a deferred disposition. In 2019, Roberts pleaded guilty to reckless operation of a watercraft in 2018 for a deferred disposition after Camden’s Kristen McKellar died of injuries in a boat crash on Damariscotta Lake in Jefferson. Charges of manslaughter and operating a watercraft at an imprudent speed were dismissed...
three loud beeps? single chirp?
Rockland Fire reminds residents to ‘Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety’
Mon, 10/04/2021 - 4:15pm
ROCKLAND — Rockland Fire & EMS is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years — to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety TM.” This year’s campaign, October 3-9, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. “What do the sounds mean? Is there a beep or a chirp coming out of your...
Waldo County deed transfers
Mon, 10/04/2021 - 1:15pm
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Sept. 6-24. Belfast DDA Property Management LLC to Courtney B. Tufts. Judith M. Zocchi to Lady Slipper Enterprises LLC. Martha M. and Delmar N. Harriman to Michael P. Parolin. State Sand & Gravel Inc. to Shane, Danika, and Craige Grindle. Jessica Ann Place to Nathan Nolting and Caitlin Down. Susan W. Simonson to 33HVT LLC and ThirtyThreeHVT LLC. Jacqueline Robb to Jacqueline Robb 2015 Trust...
Waldo County closed cases
Mon, 10/04/2021 - 1:15pm
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Sept. 24-30. Amanda L. Bedard, 35, of Bangor, probation violation in Winterport March 6, 2018, probation partially revoked and continued, no sentence imposed. Stephanie C. Coutu, 27, of Waterville, probation violation in Brooks April 12, 2018, four months in jail, and probation partially revoked and continued; failing to report in Belfast Aug. 16, 60 days in jail. Dustin A. Caron, 28, of Lewiston, fishing without a valid...
Belfast Police beat
Mon, 10/04/2021 - 1:15pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported one traffic infraction from Sept. 24-30, for failure to register a vehicle. In addition to the single citation, the following activity was reported. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. Sept. 25 Sidney Harris, 36, of Rockland, was issued a summons for violating a condition of release on Miller Street...
Belfast City Council to consider $410,000 bond for fuel farm project; hear request to upgrade Trap Shack office
Mon, 10/04/2021 - 1:00pm

BELFAST — The Belfast City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting this evening, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. Meetings begin with a roll call of Belfast Mayor Eric Sanders, and City Councilors Mary Mortier, Neal Harkness, Michael Hurley, Brenda Bonneville, Paul Dean, in addition to City Manager Erin Herbig, and Administrative Assistant Manda Cushing. ( Click here for the city manager’s report for Oct. 5, and back-up meeting materials) Click here to watch the meeting...
Knox County deed transfers
Sat, 10/02/2021 - 10:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded from Sept. 13-20 at the Knox County Registry of Deeds. Appleton Elizabeth L. Sullivan and Brian P. Sullivan to Garrett Joseph Best and Imogen Katherine Hartle. Jaime Welliver, Brian John Aldus and Jacob Samuel Aldus to Brian J. Aldus and Jessica Aldus. Steven Turner, Ella M. Rolerson, Robbin Turner, Sunday Turner, Flora Mclaughlin and Kyla Ellis to Daren Richardson and Sharon Richardson. Phyllis M. Turner Estate to Daren...
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Sat, 10/02/2021 - 4:00pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported one traffic citation from Sept. 17-30, for failure to provide proof of insurance. In addition to the single citation, the following activity was reported. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. Sept. 10 Dana Higgins, 19, of Morrill, was issued summonses for operating after...
damage to maine children causing mild learning disabilities, damaging neurological conditions, deaths
Child homicides are the tip of Maine’s ‘iceberg of abuse’
Sat, 10/02/2021 - 2:00pm

$Dr. Amanda Brownell, Maine's sole pediatric abuse expert, sits before images of babies who suffered injuries. The CT scan of a 2-month-old infant shows blood in the brain as a result of abusive head trauma. The X-ray of the other baby indicates multiple rib fractures from physical abuse. Photo by Garrick Hoffman.$

The infants arrive at the hospital with broken legs and arms. Sometimes their ribs are fractured. Others undergo CT scans and tests that show bleeding in their brain and behind their eyes – telltale signs that the babies have been violently shaken. Dr. Amanda Brownell, Maine’s sole pediatric child abuse expert, examines each of her patients carefully to determine whether the bruises, broken bones or brain damage are the result of an accident, illness or abuse. This story was originally...
Knox County Criminal Docket closed cases
Fri, 10/01/2021 - 8:45pm
ROCKLAND — The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from Sept. 13-20. John Andretta Jr., 32, of Wiscasset, theft by unauthorized taking or transfer in Warren April 15, 2021, dismissed. Dorian Ames, 28, of Rockland, reckless conduct, illegal possession of a firearm and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, all occurring on Vinalhaven Sept. 16, 2019, all dismissed; criminal mischief and discharging a firearm or crossbow near dwelling on Vinalhaven Sept. 16, 2019, 30...
Deputy Luke Gross, 509, to keep watch from above
Thu, 09/30/2021 - 7:30pm

Call sign “Hancock 9” of the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office has been retired. The position will be refilled, but the radio marker identifying Deputy Luke Gross will never be known by another in the county, according to Hancock County Sheriff Scott Kane. Gross passed away Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021 after being struck by a vehicle as he picked up debris from a previous single-vehicle crash in Trenton. A week later, on Sept. 30, law enforcement agents from all over Maine converged on the Cross...
Follows Maine Lobstermen’s Association, governor with legal objections
Maine Legislature poised to take legal action to support lobstermen, says Senate president
Wed, 09/29/2021 - 12:45pm

AUGUSTA – Today, Sept. 29, the Maine Legislature overwhelmingly approved a joint order from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, that would allow the Legislative Council to take legal action in support of Maine lobstermen impacted by the harmful new federal regulations, according to a news release from Sen. Jackson’s office. The Legislative Council is a bipartisan committee that includes members of House and Senate leadership and is responsible for the overall management of the entire...
Thomaston’s Tractor Supply reopens after odor investigation
Tue, 09/28/2021 - 6:45pm

THOMASTON — Two people opted to be checked out at a local hospital, Tuesday, Sept. 28, after an odor was detected inside Tractor Supply in Thomaston. The sensation of heaviness in the air, along with complaints of ill feelings, prompted staff to evacuate the store and call 911 just prior to 4:50 p.m. A third person was also assessed, but turned down any further intervention. Two crews of firefighters from the Thomaston and Rockland fire departments spent more than half an hour searching the...
DEA Warns that International and Domestic Criminal Drug Networks are Flooding the United States with Lethal Counterfeit Pills
DEA issues alert on sharp increase in fake prescription pills containing fentanyl, meth
Tue, 09/28/2021 - 6:00pm

On Sept. 27, the Drug Enforcement Administration issued a Public Safety Alert warning of the alarming increase in the lethality and availability of fake prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine. The news release follows: DEA’s Public Safety Alert, the first in six years, seeks to raise public awareness of a significant nationwide surge in counterfeit pills that are mass-produced by criminal drug networks in labs, deceptively marketed as legitimate prescription pills...
Roberts faces possible new sentence in fatal Jefferson boat crash
Tue, 09/28/2021 - 11:45am

Jonathan D. Roberts, 47, of Waban, Massachusetts will appear at Lincoln County Courthouse Oct. 4 in a hearing to determine if a 2019 deferred disposition agreement will be revoked. Roberts pleaded guilty in 2019 to reckless operation of a watercraft in 2018. Camden’s Kristen McKellar died of injuries in a boat crash while she had been swimming in Damariscotta Lake in Jefferson. Roberts was arrested Aug. 5 on speeding and operating under the influence charges, according to penbaypilot.com...
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Two arrests
Tue, 09/28/2021 - 11:00am

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 193 calls for service for the period of Sept. 21 to Sept. 28. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 8,755 calls for service. Summonses Michael E. Hilgendorf, 71, of Wiscasset was issued a summons Sept. 23 for Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident, on Route 1, Edgecomb, by Deputy Jerold Winslow. Christopher W. Lane, 34, of Jefferson was issued a summons Sept. 23 for Operating after Suspension/Revoked – OUI, prior, on Hilton Road, Whitefield...
Flags to be lowered statewide Thursday in honor of Hancock County Deputy Luke Gross
Mon, 09/27/2021 - 7:30pm
Governor Janet Mills ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on Thursday, September 30, 2021 in honor of Hancock County Sheriff Deputy Luke Gross. Deputy Gross’ funeral services will be held on that day at 12 p.m. For more information, click HERE . Deputy Gross was struck and killed by a motor vehicle on the morning of September 23rd while investigating a call for a vehicle off the road on Route 3 in Trenton. Following his death, Governor Mills...
Driver arrested after driving through roadblock at Washington crash scene
Mon, 09/27/2021 - 7:15pm

WASHINGTON – A Presque Isle woman was arrested Sunday evening, Sept. 26, 2021 after police said she drove around first responder roadblocks set up at a crash scene on Route 17 in Washington. At approximately 5:05 p.m., Knox Regional Communication Center received reports that a pickup and trailer had crashed on the Augusta Road (Route 17) in the area of West Washington Road. At approximately 6:35 p.m., while Knox County deputies, Washington Fire Department, Home Town Towing, and lines workers...
Gov. Mills gets intervenor status in another lobster case
Maine Lobstermen’s Assoc. files suit against feds over Right Whale conservation plan
Mon, 09/27/2021 - 6:00pm

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Maine Lobstermen’s Association, the oldest and largest fishing industry association on the East Coast established in 1954, has filed suit against the National Marine Fisheries Service, saying the newly enacted federal plan to protect Right Whales in the Gulf of Maine is draconian and flawed, and will demolish Maine’s lobster fishery. The MLA asserts that NMFS’s new Biological Opinion, released in May, is unlawful because NMFS acted arbitrarily by, among...
Belfast Police beat
Mon, 09/27/2021 - 3:00pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported one traffic infraction between Sept. 15-23, for an inspection sticker violation. In addition to the single traffic citation, the following activity was reported. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. Sept. 15 Callasandra-Nichole Nix, 24, of Rockport, was issued a summons for operating after suspension...
Waldo County closed cases
Mon, 09/27/2021 - 3:00pm
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Sept. 17-23. Desiree V. Gerrior, 40, of Northport, attaching false plates in Belfast July 18, 2020, 48 hours in jail; operating while license suspended or revoked in Belfast July 18, 2020, 48 hours in jail and $250 fine; unlawful trafficking in scheduled drugs in Belfast July 18, 2020, three years in prison with all but three months suspended, $400 fine, and $600 restitution; violating a condition of release in Waldo Sept...
Waldo County Grand Jury indictments
Mon, 09/27/2021 - 3:00pm
BELFAST — A Waldo County Grand Jury handed up the following indictments Sept. 21-22. An indictment does not imply guilt. Jonathan B. Crowe, 38, of Belfast, failure to report in Belfast July 22. Andrew L. Bristol, 29, of Thorndike, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon in Thorndike Sept. 23, 2020; criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon in Thorndike Sept. 23, 2020; driving to endanger in Thorndike Sept. 23, 2020. Shawn Bristol, 29, of Thorndike, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon...
Rockland Police Department welcomes new patrol officer
Sun, 09/26/2021 - 3:15pm

ROCKLAND – Michael Godin has been hired as Rockland’s new patrol officer, according to a press release on the police department’s Facebook page Sept. 26. Godin grew up in Connecticut before making his journey to Maine, where he attended the University of Maine Orono. While at the university, he studied environmental science and economics as a double major. He started his law enforcement career in 2020 as a patrol deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. “I have known my whole life that I...
Knox County deed transfers
Fri, 09/24/2021 - 10:30am
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded from Sept. 6-13 at the Knox County Registry of Deeds. Appleton David C. Wright and Mary E. McGee to Richard Barber and Mark Renaud. Camden Michael J. Salmon and Mary Jo Brink to HHI 48 LLC. John J. Brown and Marilyn Hotch to David A. Birch and Ruthann Birch. Robert C. Allen and Patricia K. Allen to Michael E. Pouliotte. Julie A. Milliken to Randall Roling. Mark S. Bridgeo and Crystal S. Bridgeo to Paul...
Maine Dept. of Public Safety issues statement on loss of Hancock County Sheriff’s Deputy Luke Gross
Fri, 09/24/2021 - 10:15am
The Maine Dept. of Public Safety issued the following statement concerning the tragic death of Hancock County Sheriff’s Deputy Luke Gross: On Thursday, September 23, 2021, at approximately 4:30 a.m., Hancock County Sheriff’s Deputy Luke Gross was called to the scene of a crash on Route 3 in Trenton near the Ellsworth town line. The driver of the crashed vehicle fled the scene prior to Deputy Gross’ arrival. Deputy Gross parked his cruiser in the westbound breakdown lane with his...
Waldo County closed cases
Thu, 09/23/2021 - 10:45am
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Sept. 10-16. Miranda A. Parsons, 28, of St. Albans, refusing to submit to arrest or detention with physical force in Waldo May 19, 2019, $200 fine; operating while license suspended or revoked in Waldo May 19, 2019, $250 fine; operating after habitual offender revocation in Waldo May 19, 2019, dismissed; unlawful possession of a scheduled drug in Waldo May 19, 2019, dismissed. Tambara L. Arnold, 29, of Stockton Springs,...
Waldo County deed transfers
Wed, 09/22/2021 - 3:45pm
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Aug. 23 - Sept. 3. Belfast Christopher A. Hubbard to Danielle E. Lemar. Chinda Rustanavibul and Wirawan Sankla to Chinda Rustanavibul, Wirawan Sankla, and Chareeda Rustanavibul. Federal National Mortgage Association and Shari Hall to Federal National Mortgage Association. Joseph A. Rose and Morgan A. Wade to Dane C. and Tammy S. Hewlett. Timothy F. Poulin and Andrew C. Hermann to Deborah...
Knox Criminal Docket closed cases
Tue, 09/21/2021 - 10:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from Aug. 23-Sept. 12. Matthew Bean, 38, of Warren, probation violation for original conviction of operating under the influence (drugs or combination) in Thomaston Oct. 28, 2018, 60 days in jail, probation partially revoked. Adam Benner, 35, of Bristol, domestic violence assault in Warren Feb. 1, 2020, dismissed; domestic violence criminal threatening in Warren Feb. 1, 2020, five days in jail; operating while license...
Knox County deed transfers
Tue, 09/21/2021 - 12:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded from Aug. 30-Sept. 6 at the Knox County Registry of Deeds. Appleton Denis E. Beaudry to Denis Beaudry Tr. and Denis Beaudry Declaration of Trust. Rosalie A. Gleason to Craig T. Gleason and Gail P. Gleason. Camden Lynne R. Klunder to Patricia J. Klunder. Stephen Michael Ross to Stephen Michael Ross and Veronique Harel. Allport Family Trust, Anthony B. Allport and Michael Allport Tr. to Four High Street LLC...
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Mon, 09/20/2021 - 6:00pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported three traffic citations between Sept. 6-16. Of the three traffic citations, two were issued for speed-related infractions, while the other citation was issued for having excessive exhaust noise. In addition to the three traffic citations, the following activity was reported. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger...
Belfast Police beat
Mon, 09/20/2021 - 6:00pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported one traffic citation between Sept. 6-16 for an inspection sticker violation. In addition to the single traffic citation, the following activity was reported. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles aged 17-or-younger are not named. Sept. 6 Nathaniel P. Cowperthwaite, 25, of Thomaston, was issued a summons for operating with suspended...
An empty building that’s a huge deal for the Midcoast
Expanded St. George fire training facility takes county response education to new level
Mon, 09/20/2021 - 5:00am

SPRUCE HEAD — The Live Fire Training building in the St. George neighborhood of Spruce Head is ready for trainings after a year of construction and 25 years of forethought. Its premise is to provide Midcoast firefighters with a venue to fulfill licensing obligations that would otherwise require travel time to Ellsworth or Hollis. The new training center, located at St. George’s 274 Seal Harbor Road (Route 73) fire station looks like a half-finished, empty structure; rather, it’s a multipurpose...

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Trunks for Treats at Aldersgate United Methodist Church

Event: Sun, Oct 31 - 4:00 pm
Herring Gut Learning Center director to share post pandemic plans

Event: Wed, Nov 3 - 1:00 pm
FREE Retirement Planning Class with Brie Pio offered by Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education Classes.

Event: Thu, Oct 28 - 6:30 pm
2021 Millerite hike to Maidens Cliff, Oct. 22

Event: Fri, Oct 22 - 6:45 am
Trunk or Treat in South Thomaston

Event: Sun, Oct 31 - 4:00 pm
Union Masons free turkey supper, Oct. 23

Event: Sat, Oct 23 - 4:30 pm
Online discussion: ‘Why are We So Divided and What Can We Do About It?’

Event: Tue, Oct 26 - 6:30 pm
The Shotwell Drive-In 2021 season finale: Fright Nights

Event: Fri, Oct 22 - 6:30 pm
Captains’ Quarters: Stories of schooners Shenandoah and Alabama

Event: Tue, Oct 26 - 6:30 pm
Herring Gut, Sara Rademaker online talk: American eel

Event: Tue, Oct 26 - 7:00 pm
In Conversation virtual talk with author Annie Coggan and Netflix producer

Event: Tue, Oct 26 - 7:00 pm
Snow Bowl Chairlift Rides in October

Event: Sun, Oct 24 - 10:00 am
SoundCheck: David Clarke Trio

Event: Fri, Oct 29 - 7:30 pm
Books by the Bag sale in Rockland, Oct. 22 and 23

Event: Fri, Oct 22 - 1:30 pm
SoundCheck chills out with Cold Chocolate

Event: Fri, Oct 22 - 7:30 pm
Trekkers’ 10th Annual Community Auction

Event: Sat, Oct 23 - 10:00 am
Camden Public Library Spooktacular and Pumpkin Palooza

Event: Thu, Oct 28 - 5:30 pm
Zoom-In ‘Nature’s Nightshift: Nocturnal Animals’

Event: Thu, Oct 28 - 6:00 pm
Camden Conference and Andrea Hester: ‘Brexit at 5: How Is It Going?’

Event: Tue, Oct 19 - 6:30 pm
SoundCheck: Cold Chocolate

Event: Fri, Oct 22 - 7:30 pm

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