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The building where the Waldo County Registry of Deeds is maintained.

BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Oct. 14-24. 

Belfast

Laurie J. Robertson &…

From Washington, D.C.: 'Cuts Harm Public Health, Environment, and Families'
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The office of Congresswoman Chellie Pingree issued the following release Feb. 6:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittee Ranking Member …

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Mid-Coast Solid Waste will close at noon on February 6, due to the winter storm approaching.  The facility will reopen on Friday, February 7.

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NORTHPORT — John William Mahoney, 89, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025 at Sussman House in Rockport, Maine. He was born on September 19, 1935, in Boston,…

Cathanna L. “Cathy” Lowe Jackson

WASHINGTON — Cathanna L. “Cathy” Lowe Jackson, 62, of Washington, died January 31, 2025 at Maine Medical Center in Portland. Cathy was born July 10, 1962 in Halifax, Nova Scotia to John Arthur…

A dump truck

CAMDEN — A contractor descending a private driveway to intersect with Route 1 just north of Camden's downtown became entangled in phone lines Wednesday afternoon, which resulted in a compromising…

Tracy Ellen (Brown) Wickwire

CAMDEN — Tracy Ellen Brown Wickwire, beloved wife of Ward Wickwire, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025.  

Tracy was ahead of her time. An exceptional athlete…

Jeannette Marie (Perkins) LaVerdiere

SEARSPORT — Jeannette Marie (Perkins) LaVerdiere, 66, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at the Sussman House in Rockport. Jeannie had a lengthy battle of ongoing health problems. Her sister…

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ROCKLAND — A city-wide parking ban in Rockland will be in progress from Thursday, Feb. 6, at noon, until Friday, Feb. 7, at 8 a.m.

Off-street parking…

A Bird's Tale
Barn swallows build their nest of mud and grass and often anchor it against a beam within a barn or other building to which they have access. This is a young bird getting ready to leave the nest. Photo by Courtney Celley/USFWS, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

A few days ago, on one of the bitterly cold days we have recently endured, we looked out of the kitchen window to see a bird flit past the window and into the open garage. It was likely a…

Rockland Rotary President Mike Flanagan (L), presented Rockland Rotarian Ken Gricus (R), with a special award honoring his 52 years as a Rockland Rotarian, with 50 years of Perfect Attendance. (Photo courtesy Ferolyn Curtis)

Ken Gricus recently received a special award honoring his 52 years as a Rockland Rotarian, with 50 years of Perfect Attendance.

Gricus joined Rockland Rotary in 1972 at the invite of Ed…

Dr. Emily Leach. (Photo courtesy Granite Coast Orthodontics)

ROCKPORT — Granite Coast Orthodontics announces the addition of Dr. Emily Leach, DMD, MS, to its team.

"Leach brings an outstanding academic record, a passion for patient care, and a deep…

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BELFAST — Deborah Wagner, 71, of Belfast passed away at her home on November 29, 2024.  

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at 

special open town meeting continues Feb. 5 with more warrant articles
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THOMASTON — With a vote of 224 to 101, Thomaston voters approved a warrant article at the polls that gives the town permission to borrow $3.5 million to help finance construction of a new fire/EMS…

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EMERGENCY! Elon Musk's team has taken control of the U.S. Treasury, which is the checkbook for the entire federal government. 

This includes ALL expenditures including…

Spark staff (L to R) Shawn Williams , Kiwi Barros, Fiona Harbert. Photo courtesy Spark Bagel

NORTHPORT— Spark Bagel, owned by Shawn Williams, is the latest addition in Northport for anyone looking for a sweet or savory breakfast treat.

The bagel shop recently opened to the public…

A passerby shared this photo after a vehicle hit the freight area of Lincoln's Country Store, in Warren, Feb. 3, 2025.

WARREN — Several studs that had been knocked down after a vehicle struck a garage door were found to be useful in preventing further damage. 

After the vehicle hit the wall of the

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CAMDEN — United Midcoast Charities' next LEARN@UMC workshop, “Grant Writing for Nonprofits”, will be held Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., at the UMC office in Camden.

UMC is…

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ROCKLAND — The Emergency Warming Center at the Rockland recreation center will be open Tuesday, Feb 4, and Wednesday, Feb 5, from 6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m.,…

Belfast City Hall.

BELFAST — The Belfast City Council will meet for its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, Feb. 4, to discuss election polling locations and purchasing an excavator, as well as…

Knox County Courthouse

ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Jan. 27-31.  

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Frederick…

Learning about wildlife tracks.

South School, an elementary school in Regional School Unit 13 (RSU 13), is making progress on its outdoor learning center and trail project, thanks to the support of local businesses and…

Robert Paul Cremonni

TENANTS HARBOR — Robert Paul Cremonni, 90, died peacefully, Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport. 

Robert was born to Augustus Joseph and Genevieve…

Mary Grace Ginn

ROCKPORT — Mary Grace Ginn, 96, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025.

She was born April 13, 1928 in Boston and grew up on Washington Street, Roslindale, Massachusetts. Mary's father…

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SWANVILLE — Wilfred J. Morissette Jr., 59 years, of Swanville, Maine, passed away on January 23, 2025, at his residence.

A full obituary will…

Lisa Ann Mills

FREEPORT — Lisa Ann Mills, 71, died unexpectedly, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at Maine Medical Center in Portland following a period of declining health.

Born November 17, 1953 in Newton,…

Lewis Charles Grant

ROCKPORT — Lewis Charles Grant, 90, passed Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at the Sussman House in Rockport. Born in Friendship, August 17, 1934 he was the son of Charles and Beatrice Bramhall Grant.…

Martin Lewis Osier

BREMEN — Martin Lewis Osier, 62, of Bremen, passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2025. He was born on June 17, 1962, to parents David L. Osier and the late Norma Osier of Bremen, Maine. Martin…

Victoria (Viki) Reed

WARREN — Victoria (Viki) Reed, 60, of Warren, passed on peacefully at home, with her family by her side Jan. 30 following a brief illness. 

Viki was born in Bloomington, Indiana on March 20…

Tuesday evening Select Board meeting with two public hearings on zoning amendments
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Camden's Select Board will…

The building where the Waldo County Registry of Deeds is maintained.

BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Sept. 29 - Oct. 11. 

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Katherine H. Morrow to…

CHRHS Jan. 31, 2025 (Photo by Eric Lear)

On Friday, Jan. 31, Camden Hills Regional High School once again hosted Cony’s basketball team, except this time it was the boys. It was also another Senior Night, meaning the last home game…

A gallery of what makes the most fun winter event in Camden every year
Tim Savard and Emily Eplan model two handmade toboggan shelves to hold their drinks. Photo by Kay Stephens

CAMDEN—Though the frigid 15-degree temperatures probably contributed to seeing fewer costumes on the ice this year, the 34th US National Toboggan Championships always brings out the local ice…

From left: Abbey Lacasse, program management specialist at MHPBH; Deidre Dority, program manager, MHPBH and MHWH Community Health; and Casey Cale-Widdecombe, Warren Community School health teacher. (Photo courtesy MaineHealth)

WARREN — For little legs, reaching a 100-mile physical activity goal can feel like a daunting challenge.

But thanks to a new 100 Mile Club program piloted at Warren Community School by the…

Waldo Judicial Center.

BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court. 

Douglas E. Lyford, of Frankfort, and Tara L. Lyford, of Frankfort, were married…

Foxes

Lincolnville is a small town. As of the 2020 census, there were only 2,312 of us. We might have increased in number a bit over the last five years, but we still aren’t many. What I consider…

Waldo Judicial Center.

BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Jan. 23-29.

Trapper Larrabee, 29, of Plymouth, domestic violence assault in Knox May 6, 2022,…

WSO cruiser and patch.

BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Dec. 28 - Jan. 20.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those…

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BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Jan. 22-29.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…

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Thomaston resident Chandler Breen pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Portland Jan. 31 to unlawful possessing a machinegun and possessing controlled…

Maine State Credit Union will match donations to $3,000
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Maine State Credit Union has launched “People Helping People,” a new charitable giving initiative dedicated to helping people through donations and…

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Explore a fun and engaging workshop dedicated to right hand ukelele technique. The February 22, 2025 session will cover essential picking patterns and apply them…

inspired by whatever Mother Nature delivers
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JEFFERSON — “Writing the Weather” is the focus of a creative nature writing workshop led by writer and Maine Master Naturalist Andrea Lani on Saturday, February…

responding to aging adults struggling with mental health challenges
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The Office of Aging and Disability Services is offering a virtual training opportunity scheduled for Friday, March 14, 2025 - Mental Health First Aide. This training is…

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AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. You…

Exciting end to Chills vs. Broncos game, with Camden Hills edging out season competitor
Camden vs. Cony, Jan. 29. (Photo by Eric Lear)

The Camden Hills Girls Varsity Basketball Team was back in action Jan. 29 on their home court, playing in their final home game of the season, otherwise known as Senior Night — called that…

LuAnn P. Seamans

SEARSPORT - LuAnn P. Seamans, 69,…