In 2022, the Maine Legislature took a rare step and required municipalities to adjust local zoning rules in an effort to spur housing construction, a move that…
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Belfast Area High School announces its third quarter Honor Roll for the 2025-26 academic year.
Grade 9
HIGH HONORS: Avery Adams, Soyoon Ahn, Elizabeth…
The Hammond Lumber Cornhole for a Cause and Bath Savings Paddle for Pine Tree Camp return this spring with one goal in mind: to raise funds for Maine kids and adults…
Letters
BELFAST – As the Maine landscape begins its seasonal transition, art educators from across the state gathered recently at Belfast Area…
Long debates on Camden citizen petitions play out with final votes
CAMDEN — Following a lengthy debate…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds March 30 - April 3.
Belfast…
With warming temperatures and bustling boatyards pointing toward the coming summer season, the organizers of the Maine Boat and Home Show are…
Students in the Culinary Arts program at Waldo County Technical Center (WCTC) showcased their skills and compassion by preparing and serving a four-course meal in…
A short film created by Marina Bannister, of Belfast, will be shown on May 7, 2026, at…
ROCKLAND — Jerald “Jerry” Wayne Carr, 81, of Rockland, died on March 24, 2026 at the Togus VA Medical Center. Born in Brooks o September 13, 1944, he was the son of Richard G. and Hazel (Cookson)…
"District of Maine is committed to honoring the rights and experiences of crime victims"
U.S. Attorney Andrew B. Benson joins the Department of Justice and communities nationwide in observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) …
Fresh of off the Lobster Boat Catch 22 Brady's will have lobster rolls while they last on Wednesday!! $32 with fries!
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If you are interested in serving your community with the Camden Lions Club, please contact Matt Jones at: mjone10@gmail.com.
MCH, Inc. invites you to a special matinee on Sunday, April 26th at 2 PM at the…
WALDOBORO — Lucinda (Cindy) H. Hutchins, 84 of Waldoboro, died Saturday evening, April 18, 2026, at the Sussman House in Rockport. She was born January 8,…
CAMDEN — A memorial gathering for David A. Dickey, 71, of Camden, who died on January 13, 2026, will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 2 - 4 p.m.,…
Just driving around.... and drawing
My friend Mike shared a joke with me about the last big oil crisis when the country decided everyone should drive at 55 mph. The punchline is that driving across Texas at 55 will give you some…
a new facility is being proposed in the Belfast area
AUGUSTA — On Thursday, April 16, Gov. Janet T. Mills signed into law legislation to expand access to critical training infrastructure for Maine firefighters.…
Wanna get your Bake Stuffed Lobster on? Fresh off the lobsterboat Catch 22, Brady's will be stuffing up some of these delicious…
Darren James Cox, 57, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a long illness at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough on April 15, 2026. He was born on May 28, 1968 in Rockland…
The Megunticook Watershed Association (MWA) volunteers will be out on May 1 and 2 surveying properties in the watershed. The survey will be conducted by MWA staff and volunteers…
area of ecological significance; buffer for freshwater mussels; classroom and accessible land
Georges River Land Trust (GRLT) is launching a major conservation effort to establish Sennebec Hill Preserve, in Union.
"This project will create the organization’s 25th public preserve and…
SEARSPORT — Donald W. Garrold, 94, of Searsport passed away in Rockland on 18 April 2026. Born on 27 October 1931 in Buffalo, New York to Louise and Oghyl Garrold, Don served with great pride in…
WARREN — Mona Susanne Smith Hall, 84, passed away peacefully at home on April 14, 2026.
Born in Washington Heights, New York, New York, Susanne was the daughter of Lewis and Adele Smith.…
Nearly four dozen water systems that provide drinking water across Maine would be at risk of violating new limits on “forever chemicals” if the state began…
Award presented to the agency for attaining the highest overall rating based on performance in the state of Maine
Allen Insurance and Financial has been named Maine’s 2025 Diamond Achiever by Patriot Insurance Company, based in Yarmouth. The annual Diamond Achiever awards are presented to the highest-…
Town Attorney advises against parking program article on town meeting warrant
Camden police and paid parking petitions back for discussion; nonbinding PD warrant article proposed
CAMDEN — When it convenes Tuesday,…
letter to the editor
As a former member of the Maine House of Representatives and a professional who spent my career in banking and with nonprofits, I’ve learned one simple truth: Numbers don’t lie. And right…
Way back in that far away time of early Spring 2020, the Lincolnville Historical Society had planned a special event: Dollfest, a gathering of historical dolls, many owned by folks active in…
Northeast Harbor, Castine, Frenchboro
Join Maine Seacoast Mission aboard its 74-foot, flagship vessel Sunbeam during…
'designed to foster community self-determination'
The City of Rockland said April 17 that it is initiating research: "to provide the community with the data and analysis it needs to make informed decisions about the future of cruise tourism. The…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds March 23-27.
Belfast
…letter to the editor
I'm looking forward to marking Hannah Pingree as my No. 1 choice for governor on June 8!
I first saw Hannah as a young girl modeling wool sweaters featured in a knitting…
letter to the editor
This Easter, members of the Adas Yoshuron Synagogue along with the support of a myriad of dedicated volunteers, had the pleasure to serve about 80 guests as they gathered together at the St. Peter…
Christopher Michael Gracie
September 4, 1973 - April 10, 2026
With profound love and sorrow, we share the passing of a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and…
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court.
Lee Ane A. Vogel, of…
ORONO — Twelve undergraduates have been named 2026 Outstanding Graduating Students at the University of Maine.
Ella Boxall…
Seven Maine community college students were honored for their academic success and campus and community involvement on Wednesday at a ceremony at Maple Hill Farm…
Oceanside High School announces its Quarter 3 Honor Roll students for the 2025-26 academic year.
"We are proud to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements…
geared toward teens and adults, No art experience necessary
Exploring our human fascination with birds through storytelling and sculpture; investigating the intertwined acts of image-making and foraging; and finding magic in an acorn—these are just some of…
We are Flinging Spring around like it's pre-Covid at Brady's Sunday with breakfast starting at 7:30 with $5.99 specials including coffee…
