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UPDATED: Portion of Route 17 in Washington reopens after tractor trailer crash
Wed, 11/30/2022 - 11:15am

WASHINGTON — A tractor trailer truck may have come to a stop completely off the road before emergency crews arrived shortly after an approximate 7:10 a.m. dispatch from 911, but it would be hours before traffic flows again through a portion of Augusta Road, Route 17, in Washington. The truck driver, Alec Reynolds, 72, of Unity, has been transported to Pen Bay Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries after the truck left the eastbound pavement, near the Fitch Road, pushing over the...
Waldo County deed transfers
Wed, 11/30/2022 - 10:15am
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Nov. 21-30. Belfast Kyle J. and Helen Skinner to Kassandra L. and Derrick A. Coleman. Richard P. Rumney Living Trust to Douglas A. and Linda E. Davidson. The City of Belfast to Daniel Ford. Anthony R. Knight to Nicole L. Knight. Monicque A. St. Pierre to Jessie A. and Ryan P. Mushrow. Belmont Quantum Insulators LLC to 258 Belfast Augusta Rd. LLC and Two Hundred Fifty...
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Two arrests
Tue, 11/29/2022 - 1:00pm

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 204 calls for service for the period of Nov. 22 to Nov. 29. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 9,874 calls for service. Summons Craig Demmons, 28, of Bremen was issued a summons Nov. 27 for Failure to Notify Owner of Property Damage Accident, on Nobleboro, by Sgt. Kevin Dennison. Arrests Keene S. Bartlett, 31, of Spokane, Washington was arrested Nov. 23 for Domestic Violence Assault, on Morrison Road, Bristol, by Deputy Caleb Poirier. Jacob L...
HIGH NEED FOR TOYS FOR YOUNG TEENS
Rockland Police collecting donations for Toys for Tots holiday program
Tue, 11/29/2022 - 11:45am

ROCKLAND — Rockland Police Department is proud to be hosting a Toys-for-Tots drop box in the lobby of the Rockland Police Department this year, with officers donating toys. The box is available to anyone who wishes to donate, from now until it is picked up December 9. The program serves ages up to 13-years-old and is reporting an especially high need for toys for young teens (ages 10-13) such as Lego sets, nerf type toys, adult coloring books, colored pencils, etc., according to a news release...
Belfast victim in serious condition following assault by man with sword
Tue, 11/29/2022 - 6:45am

BELFAST — On November 26, 2022 at approximately 6:37 a.m., Belfast Police received a 911 call from Waldo County Dispatch of a Domestic Violence incident in progress. The call came in from Lawlor Lane, but it was reported that the incident had just occurred on Smart Road. The caller, who was not involved, told dispatchers that the victim came to his house needing medical attention and the suspect had followed her there. It was unknown if the suspect had any weapons. When officers arrived at the...
Knox County deed transfers
Mon, 11/28/2022 - 11:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 21-25. Appleton Susan Fogg Whitman and Susan Fogg to Peter Dewalt. Camden Woster Farm LLC to Paul C. Leeper, James KM Leeper, and Thomas J. Leeper. Wesley Marshall Est. and Wesley F. Marshall Est. to John J. Gantz III and Aaron C. Gantz. Sheila A. Clark to Shelia A. Clark Revocable Trust and Sheila A. Clark Tr. Michele M. Tausek to Craig Edward Perini Tr., Valerie...
Waldo County grand jury indictments
Mon, 11/28/2022 - 11:00pm

BELFAST — The following indictments were handed up by a Waldo County grand jury Nov. 21- 22. An indictment does not imply guilt. Miralys Duperry, 22, of Belmont, domestic violence assault in Belmont June 6; assault on an officer in Belfast June 6. Tony H. Bates, 44, of Belfast, unlawful possession of a scheduled drug in Winterport March 18. Christopher J. Lawrence, 40, of Belfast, failure to report in Belfast June 9. Robert Sampson, 63, of Buxton, kidnapping in Unity Oct. 8; assault in Unity...
Waldo County closed cases
Sun, 11/27/2022 - 4:00pm
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 10-16. Brandi Howard, 35, of Appleton, unlawful possession of heroin in Belfast June 25, 2019, dismissed; unlawful possession of a scheduled drug in Belmont April 15, 2020, $400 fine. Mark A. Whittaker, 41, of Raymond, operating under the influence in Winterport Jan. 23, 2021, license suspended for 150 days and $500 fine. John M. Watson, 50 of Litchfield, operating a vehicle without a license (beyond condition/...
Hooves, holiday spirit welcome Thanksgiving guests at Belfast Soup Kitchen (one day early)
Sat, 11/26/2022 - 2:00pm

BELFAST — Thanksgiving may typically be celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, but for some, the holiday spirit arrived a day early, along with the traditional Thanksgiving food. The Belfast Soup Kitchen holds its holiday celebrations a day early, treating hundreds of guests and visitors to a few hours of home-cooking and good company. Welcoming guests to this year’s event were three unexpected four-legged friends — Horses Over America was at the event, with Founder and Executive...
Belfast Police beat
Fri, 11/25/2022 - 9:00am

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 17-23. 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. Nov. 22 Shane R. Burlingham, 43, of Belfast, was arrested for failure to appear and issued summonses for driving to endanger, failure to report a property damage accident, and operating without a license on Marsh Road.
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Thu, 11/24/2022 - 8:45pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported the following activity Nov. 8-20. 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. Nov. 8 Joshua A. Meserve Jr., 24, of Winterport, was issued a summons for criminal mischief on Main Street in Winterport. Andrew M. Gould, 20, of Belfast, was arrested for illegal possession of liquor by a...
PROBATION VIOLATION FROM PREVIOUS DRUG CONVICTION IN LINCOLN COUNTY
Rockland man leads police on foot chase, wanted on outstanding warrants
Thu, 11/24/2022 - 12:30pm
ROCKLAND — A Rockland man remains at the Knox County Jail after he was arrested by police on several outstanding warrants, including a warrant for probation revocation. Harley Winchenbach, 30, was taken into custody by Rockland Police Nov. 17 at approximately 12:30 p.m. after a brief foot pursuit. He was charged by police with criminal trespass and refusing to submit to arrest. Winchenbach made his initial appearance in Knox County Court Nov. 18. His bail was set at $1,000 cash for the current...
Camden-Rockport Police Chief bids goodbye to Curt Andrick, hires Aaron Bailey to fill the detective position
Tue, 11/22/2022 - 10:15pm

The Camden Police Department would like to express our sincere congratulations to Detective Sergeant Curt Andrick on his new role as Chief Deputy of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office. Det. Sgt. Andrick will be leaving after 26 years of dedicated service to the Town of Camden, Camden Police Department, and the citizens of Camden. Curt has filled many roles at Camden PD over the years. He started as our parking enforcement officer and later transferring to the Patrol Division. Curt worked patrol...
Knox County sheriff to appoint Curt Andrick as Chief Deputy
Tue, 11/22/2022 - 4:45pm

Knox County Sheriff Pat Polky has announced that he will be appointing Curt R. Andrick as the next Chief Deputy of Knox County. His first day of duty will be on December 2, 2022. Andrick will take over for Chief Deputy Dwight Burtis, who filled the role for several months before starting retirement on Nov. 1, 2022. Andrick is a 26-year veteran of the Camden Police Department and has held the positions of Patrol Officer, Detective, and Detective Sergeant during his tenure. He has also worked per...
Knox County deed transfers
Mon, 11/21/2022 - 1:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 14-18. Camden Neall Johnson Revocable Trust of 2000 and Cecilia Neall Johnson Tr. to Einar Daniel Johnson II Tr. and Einar Daniel Johnson November 18 2008 Trust. William K. Thorndike and Marthee S. Thorndike to Stephen Kyle Korman. Ellen Brown to Jose A. Moncada and Quinn M. Moncada. David J. Perkins Tr. and David H. Montgomery Family Trust to Eve Greene Marden. Cushing...
6 fatalities, 139 crashes during Thanksgiving holiday weekends from 2017 to 2021
‘Make It to the Table This Thanksgiving’ says Maine Bureau of Highway Safety
Mon, 11/21/2022 - 12:45pm
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is teaming up with the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety to make sure you make it to the table this Thanksgiving. Due to the Thanksgiving holiday being one of the busiest travel holidays for America, more drivers will be on the roads than usual, increasing the likelihood of a motor vehicle crash. During this kickoff to the holiday season, it’s more important than ever to stress the importance of Buzzed Driving...
Waldo County deed transfers
Sat, 11/19/2022 - 11:15pm
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Nov. 7-18. Belfast David L. Frye Trust to Paulette C. Frye Trust. John G. and Gloria J. Brown to John G. Boynton Gloria J. Brown, and Michele L. Rolerson. Jonette J. Glawe and Pamela F. Harper to Keith and Devin Hutchison. Brandi McGuire to Phyllis M. Smith and Chris Anderson. Steve A. and Marilyn L. Welsch to Donna and Leonard Cerami. Mary Jean Viano Crowe to Mary Jean Viano Crowe Revocable...
Belfast Police beat
Sat, 11/19/2022 - 4:15pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 10-20. 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. Nov. 11 Karen M. Walton, 55, of Appleton, was arrested for operating after suspension, refusing to stop for a law enforcement officer, and operating under the influence on Belmont Ave. Nov. 15 Danielle T. Rolerson...
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Sat, 11/19/2022 - 10:30am
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported the following activity Oct. 30 - Nov. 11. 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. Oct. 30 Adam Smith, 36, of Thorndike, was issued a summons for disorderly conduct on Brooks Road in Thorndike. Nov. 4 John Ronayne III, 18, of Frankfort, was arrested for theft and...
Waldo County closed cases
Fri, 11/18/2022 - 9:15pm

BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 3-9. Michael A. Ripley, 31, of Belfast, probation violation in Belfast July 24, 2018, 180 days in jail, probation partially revoked and continued. Adam R. Tracy, 33, of Glenburn, unlawful trafficking in scheduled drugs in Winterport Sept. 10, 2019, dismissed. Devin Pierce, 31, of Bucksport, theft by unauthorized taking or transfer in Searsport July 16, 2020, dismissed; theft by unauthorized taking or transfer in...
Knox County Criminal Docket closed cases
Wed, 11/16/2022 - 11:15pm
ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from Oct. 24-Nov. 10. Charles J. Bill, 40, of Northport, aggravated assault in Warren July 27, 2021, 14 days in jail. Jeremy Dennison, 36, of Augusta, terrorizing, two counts, in Rockland June 1, 2021, continued for sentencing. Travis M. Doughty, 39, of Cushing, theft by unauthorized taking or transfer in Rockland, dismissed. Erica L. Dyer, 20, of Waldoboro, domestic violence assault in Cushing June 26, 2022, dismissed...
UPDATED: Portion of Route 17 closed after truck downs wires
Wed, 11/16/2022 - 4:00pm

UNION — A portion of Route 17 (Heald Highway) is closed this afternoon in Union after a garbage truck took out a guide wire and five poles at the intersection of Sennebec Road. The intersection will be closed for some time and drivers are advised to seek alternate routes. At approximately 2:50 p.m., Union Fire Dept. and Ambulance, along with Knox County Sheriff’s Deputies, were alerted to an incident in which a commercial truck snagged a guide wire, which pulled the wire, creating a domino...
Bangor man to serve 10 days for possessing child pornography
Wed, 11/16/2022 - 10:00am
BELFAST — A Bangor man was sentenced to serve three years in prison with all but 10 days suspended for possessing sexually explicit material of a minor in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 1. Alex N. Small , 40, who was living in Winterport at the time of his arrest, will also serve two years of probation for the crime. The videos involved children who had yet to reach the age of 12. Small was reported to police Jan. 28, 2019, by his then-girlfriend, who reported finding what she believed to be...
Those who post or send these threats can receive time in federal prison
U.S. Attorney issues statement on active shooter hoax
Tue, 11/15/2022 - 7:15pm

Hoax threats disrupt school, waste law enforcement resources, and put first responders in unnecessary danger while causing emotional distress to entire communities, including students, school personnel, and parents. It's also a serious federal crime. Those who post or send these threats can receive time in federal prison and could also face state or local charges. Maine is the latest state to fall victim to a wave of “swatting” incidents, with multiple communities today feeling the fear that...
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office
Tue, 11/15/2022 - 1:30pm

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 160 calls for service for the period of Nov. 8 to Nov. 15. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 9,503 calls for service. Summonses William R. Poulin, 37, of Somerville was issued a summons Nov. 7 for Allowing Dog to be at Large, on Valley Road, Somerville, by Animal Control Officer Allen Oliver. Jennifer R. Sirois, 29, of Somerville was issued a summons Nov. 9 for Allowing Dog to be at Large, on Valley Road, Somerville, by Animal Control Officer...
St. George invites public to discuss future of ambulance service in town
Tue, 11/15/2022 - 11:00am
For almost 70 years, the residents of the Town of St. George have received ambulance services through the dedication of members of the St. George Volunteer Firefighters & Ambulance Association. This includes not only responding to calls, but also putting in many hours of training and fundraising. Over the years, the number of ambulance calls grew from approximately 50 per year in 1960 to more than 250 calls received through 911 in 2021. There were also 142 community paramedic visits...
Oceanside High School targeted
Maine law enforcement responds to multiple active shooter threats in schools, thought to be a hoax
Tue, 11/15/2022 - 11:00am
The Maine Department of Public Safety said Tuesday morning, Nov. 15, that it is aware of multiple active shooter threats that have been made at schools throughout the state. Maine State Police have been assisting local law enforcement agencies with initial investigations. At this time these reports are believed to be a hoax, the state said. The Maine Information Analysis Center (MIAC) is heavily involved in coordinating these investigations. The Rockland Police Department issued a news release...
Belfast City Council to address wastewater improvements, increased ambulance fees, new airport hangars
Mon, 11/14/2022 - 7:45pm

BELFAST — The Belfast City Council will hold its regularly scheduled public meeting Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. and address an agenda that includes confirmation of a new Belfast Police officers increasing ambulatory service fees, wastewater improvements, and new airport hangars, among other topics. Belfast Police Chief Robert Cormier is requesting the Council confirm Damon Lefferts as a full time police officer for the department. Lefferts is a graduate of Thomas College, where he majored in...
Area firefighters knock down stubborn fire at former Camden motel
Mon, 11/14/2022 - 2:15pm

CAMDEN —Black smoke spiraling into the blue sky near Camden Hills State Park could be spotted as far away as Rockland, as firefighters from Camden, Rockport, Lincolnville, Hope and Union raced to Beloin’s Motel, on Route 1 just one mile north of Camden’s downtown. The fire was called into Knox County Communications Center just after 2 p.m., Nov. 14. Camden police were first at the scene and reported a building fully engulfed by flames. On fire at the north end of a five-unit motel was Unit One...
PROGRAMS ASSISTS QUALIFYING RESIDENTS 65 AND OLDER
Rockland Police Department participating again in ‘Sand for Seniors’ program
Sun, 11/13/2022 - 6:30pm

ROCKLAND — The Rockland Police Department is pleased to announce that this winter, we will again be participating in the “Sand for Seniors” program, according to a news release Nov. 13. Sand for Seniors is a program where Officers from the Rockland Police Department deliver a bucket of sand/salt to citizens in the community to use on their icy walkways or driveways. The program is for senior citizens that are otherwise not able to pick up sand/salt from public works on their own. Additionally,...
Knox County deed transfers
Sun, 11/13/2022 - 4:00pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 7-11. Appleton Allens Blueberry Freezer Inc. to Cecilia S. Lopez. Camden Robert C. Alexander and Madeline M. Alexander to Khalid Muslih and Kari E. Phillips. Kevin Charette to Kevin Charette and Jennifer Marie Ezzy. Ken L. Bishop and Sheilah W. Bishop to Jennie Leigh Heskett. (death deed) Terry A. Hurlbut Jr. Tr., Camden Trust, Sandra Claire Hurlbut Tr. to Peter J...
Belfast Police beat
Sun, 11/13/2022 - 3:45pm

Belfast — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 1-9. 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. Nov. 4 Holly Boone, 34, of Belfast, was issued a summons for theft on Searsport Ave. Nov. 7 Marjorie R. Bayley, 33, of Standish, was arrested for failure to appear. Nov. 8 Larry Kaise, 38, of...
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Sun, 11/13/2022 - 10:00am

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported the following activity Nov. 1-9. 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. Nov. 1 William E. Foster, 36, of Freedom, was issued summonses for forgery and theft by unauthorized taking or transfer on Main Street in Belfast. Nov. 2 Joan Maddocks, 65, was arrested for...
Chief Justice says Maine’s justice system is “failing”
Sat, 11/12/2022 - 4:00pm

Maine’s top judge on Wednesday said the state’s justice system is failing people in the criminal and civil courts and implored lawyers to assist in the defense of the state’s poor. Chief Justice Valerie Stanfill and the director of indigent public defense, Justin Andrus, laid out an increasingly dire situation in Maine’s courts in a presentation to nearly 100 lawyers Wednesday at a meeting of the Maine State Bar Association. They asked lawyers to take cases and fill the gaps in representation...
Waldo County closed cases
Sat, 11/12/2022 - 9:00am
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Oct. 27 - Nov. 2. Alex Small, 40, of Bangor, possession of sexually explicit material of a minor under age 12 in Winterport Jan. 20, 2019, three years in prison with all but 10 days suspended and two years of probation. Joshua M. Pomeroy, 34, of Stockton Springs, probation violation in Stockton Springs Dec. 22, 2020, nine months in jail, probation partially revoked and continued. Jere L. Waterman, 51, of Orono, unlawful...
Rockland Police, Maine DOT warn motorists of peak season for increased deer collisions
Wed, 11/09/2022 - 8:30pm

Rockland police are reminding motorists that with the longer nights, the weather cooling off, and the rut heating up, deer are becoming more active. “Please be sure to be extra vigilant for deer in the roadway, particularly during your morning and evening commute,” the department said in a news release. Rockland averages around 15 car/deer accidents a year, particularly during this time of year and in the area of Old County Road, Bog Road, Thomaston Street, and Route 17, according to police...
Knox County deed transfers
Wed, 11/09/2022 - 5:45pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Oct. 31-Nov. 4. Appleton Deer Foot Farm LLC to Sue Ellen M. Roberts. Heather Hedberg to David Burr and Laura Burr. Erik Hedberg to David Burr and Laura Burr. Camden Valerie J. Moffett to Alexander N. Moffett Tr., Alison S. Klaus Tr., and Valerie Joyce Moffett Irrevocable Trust Dated October 3 2022. Scott E. Jorgensen to Scott E. Jorgensen Tr. and Scott E. Jorgensen...
Wind off the water delays containment of Washington house fire
Tue, 11/08/2022 - 10:00pm

WASHINGTON — A long time member of the Washington Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary spent years helping to raise funds for new equipment not covered by the budget. On Tuesday, that equipment came to her house, and not as a courtesy call. At approximately 6:15 p.m., Nov. 8, 2022, Pat Medeika sat watching television on the first floor of her two-story house when she began hearing noises upstairs. Her cats are known for thumping around, so Medeika wasn’t concerned. Yet, curiosity got to her and she...
Rockport commercial greenhouse partially destroyed by fast-moving fire
Tue, 11/08/2022 - 8:45pm

ROCKPORT — Firefighters rushed to outer Main Street in Rockport Tuesday night just after 7:30 p.m. where a commercial greenhouse at Goose River Greenery had caught fire. The fire was discovered by Heather Dean, daughter of the homeowner, who called Knox Regional Communications Center for help. The source was a wood stove that had been lighted to keep seedlings warm. The homeowners ran hoses to the fire, but a gas can exploded and with a propane tank nearby they retreated to wait for...
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Seven car/deer accidents
Tue, 11/08/2022 - 1:30pm

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 169 calls for service for the period of Nov. 1 to Nov. 8. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 9,343 calls for service. Summonses A 17-year-old male juvenile from Jefferson was issued a summons Nov. 1 for Failing to Make Oral or Written Accident Report, on Academy Hill, Newcastle, by Deputy Owen Beattie. Adam J. Webber, 46, of Westport Island was issued a summons Nov. 4 for Leaving Scene of Motor Vehicle Accident, on West Shore Road, Westport...
Waldo County deed transfers
Sat, 11/05/2022 - 6:00pm
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Oct. 28 - Nov. 4. Belfast Maclaren Irrevocable Real Estate Trust to Richard C. Maclaren. Maclaren Irrevocable Real Estate Trust to Robert B. and Kathleen S. Maclaren. Thomas W., Danielin P., and Richard W. Hawksley to Edward Morin. Diane and George A. Witham to David F. and Mary E. Martinelli. Gary and Mary Guidon, and Nicole Macleod to Richard P. Rumney Living Trust. Richard P. Rumney Living...
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
Fri, 11/04/2022 - 7:15pm

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported the following activity Oct. 16-30. 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. Oct. 17 Jere L. Waterman, 51, of Belmont, was issued summonses for operating after suspension and violating a condition of release on Fairgrounds Road in Belfast. Oct. 23 Austin C...
Belfast Police beat
Fri, 11/04/2022 - 7:15pm

BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Oct. 23-30. 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. Oct. 24 Shawn Jones, 35, of Belfast, was arrested for operating after suspension and violating a condition of release on Searsport Ave. Oct. 25 Jason L. Stahl, 33, of Belfast, was arrested for operating after...
Waldo County closed cases
Fri, 11/04/2022 - 7:15pm

BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Oct. 20-26. Donovan O. Conary, 25, of Belfast, disorderly conduct (offensive words/gestures) in Belfast May 29, 72 hours in jail. Corey Main, 47, of Belfast, theft by unauthorized taking or transfer in Belfast Aug. 2, 90 days in jail and $373.86 restitution; violating a condition of release in Belfast Aug. 2, 90 days in jail.
Waldo County divorces
Fri, 11/04/2022 - 7:15pm
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court. Miranda Tripp, of Frankfort, and Joshua Tripp, of Frankfort, were married Oct. 11, 2008, in Fairfield and divorced Oct. 6. Dylan M. Paradise, of Unity, and Taylor F. Paradise, of Saint Albans, were married June 10, 2017, in Exeter and divorced Sept. 22. Karen S. George, of Winterport, and Darrell E. George, of Brewer, were married Nov. 24, 2017, in Waldo and divorced Oct. 3. Sheila A. Ciapetta, of Swanville, and...
Knox County deed transfers
Thu, 11/03/2022 - 9:45pm
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Oct. 24-28. Appleton Nathan D. Beck and Jessica M. Beck to Afton A. Sinclair Holland, Jamison C. Holland, and Afton A. Sinclair Holland. Lanphere and Son LLC to Ken Chipman and Jennifer Chipman. Camden Carol Mae Miller to Jennifer A. Miller. (death deed) Town of Camden to Darlene M. Richards and Duane C. Richards. John C. Rixon and Mary J. Kelley to Mary J. Kelley Tr.,...
Juvenile problem in Rockland leaves police with no enforcement options
Thu, 11/03/2022 - 5:15pm

ROCKLAND — Rockland Police Department has issued the following release outlining the current issues officers are facing with local youths: Over the past three months, Rockland Police have responded to more than 95 calls for service involving issues with juveniles in Rockland. Many of these complaints are occurring during the day when the juveniles should be in school. The vast majority of these calls involve a small group of approximately six juveniles, ranging from 12 to 16 years old...
Rockland Police invite community, prospective applicants to open house, Nov. 5
Thu, 11/03/2022 - 3:30pm

ROCKLAND — Rockland Police Department is inviting the community to its first annual open house, Saturday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The event is being held with dual purposes in mind. First, the PD welcomes their neighbors to meet the officers and to ask about their equipment. “We love showing kids our cruisers,” said Alex Gaylor. Along with tours of the cruisers, a couple other activities will be on hand for the children. The other purpose of the open house is to answer questions from...
Name release; More reconstructions to follow
UPDATE: Pedestrian struck, killed on Route 1 Thomaston; road reopened between Walmart, Dexter Street
Thu, 11/03/2022 - 1:00pm

THOMASTON (Nov. 3, 2022) — Crash reconstruction done after a pedestrian was struck by a car Wednesday evening has confirmed preliminary findings that the collision was due to a lack of lighting. A reconstructionist from Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office determined that vehicle speed was not a factor in the death the pedestrian, James Read, aged between 87 and 90 years old, of Middleton, Connecticut. “In fact, the speed was lower than what was posted,” said Thomaston Police Chief Tim...
Waldo County deed transfers
Wed, 11/02/2022 - 10:00pm
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Oct. 19-27. Belfast RTWB LLC to Allens Blueberry Freezer Inc. Geraldine R. Holland Est. to Nicholas P. Cullen and Daniel Martel Tarr. Matthew and Florence M. McEneaney to Cliff R. and Joan S. Willey. Nancy Reed Tillett Revocable Trust to 5 Ashley Drive LLC and Five Ashley Drive LLC. Jean Anne Mahoney-Morse Est. to Valerie A. Huggins. Nicholas I. Pye to Jennifer N. Pye. Belmont...

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Event: Wed, Dec 7 - 6:15 pm
FREE family Film: ‘Home Alone’ at The Waldo on Sunday, December 4th at 2pm!

Event: Sun, Dec 4 - 2:00 pm
USDA funding for Knox and Waldo counties: How Should Money be Spent?

Event: Wed, Dec 21 - 2:00 pm
New film about Rockland’s history at Strand on Dec. 11

Event: Sun, Dec 11 - 2:00 pm
Waldo After Dark cult classics film series continues with ‘Blood Rage’ on Saturday, December 3rd at 8:00pm

Event: Sat, Dec 3 - 8:00 pm
Pascal Hall hosts open house and mural unveiling

Event: Sat, Dec 10 - 1:00 pm
Watts Hall Community Players’ to read of A Child’s Christmas In Wales

Event: Sun, Dec 18 - 3:00 pm
Free Community Event: Watch the World Cup Soccer Games at The Waldo Theatre on Saturday, December 3rd at 2pm

Event: Sat, Dec 3 - 2:00 pm
Paul Sullivan holiday concert

Event: Sat, Dec 3 - 7:30 pm
The Waldo Theatre presents ‘Gordon Lightfoot songs, sung by Tom DiMenna’ on Friday, December 2nd at 7pm

Event: Fri, Dec 2 - 7:00 pm
Our Town Belfast’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting moved up to Dec. 2

Event: Fri, Dec 2 - 5:00 pm
Mid Coast Community Band presents annual holiday concert, Dec. 4

Event: Sun, Dec 4 - 1:30 pm
Maine coast photography by Bob Trapani Jr. on display in December

Event: Sat, Dec 3 - 12:30 pm
2nd Annual ‘Small Works Show and Sale for the Holidays’ at The Waldo Theatre’s Gallery; Nov 19-Dec 30

Event: Mon, Dec 5 - 3:00 pm
Belfast hosts annual early bird sale, Dec. 3

Event: Sat, Dec 3 - 12:00 am
St. George to Light up the Knight, Dec. 2

Event: Fri, Dec 2 - 6:00 pm
Sears Island to shine during Solstice by the Sea: A Celebration of Light

Event: Wed, Dec 21 - 4:00 pm
Bay Chamber presents Songs of Solomon Gospel Choir

Event: Thu, Dec 15 - 7:00 pm
Poets' Corner comes to Thomaston Public Library

Event: Thu, Dec 8 - 5:00 pm

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