On April 18, former Arizona Governor and Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, President of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation, announced the 54 exceptional college…
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The Maine Department of Transportation will be paving Route 17 in Jefferson and Union. There are two work areas:
The first project area begins approximately at Shepard…
ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from April 11-18. …
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Who is Stacey Contakos?
Stacey is a Rockport resident, a Mom with four children, a veterinarian, a ribbon-winning gymnast, and one smart, organized lady.
Stacey's commitment to…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court April 10-16.
Marshall H. Lowe, 61, of Jackson, aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs in…
If you’re driving an electric vehicle up I-95 or 295 these days, particularly in York or Cumberland counties, odds are you won’t have to travel far before hitting a public charging station.…
'A Moon In All Things' launches April 22 just in time for Beltane
Sometimes, an author's life story can be just as interesting as the novel she creates.
Jennifer Comeau's debut historical fantasy novel, A Moon In All Things (12 Willows Press),…
ROCKLAND — David A. Larby, 62, passed away on April 4, 2025, at his home in Rockland.
Born on September 18, 1962, in Bangor, Maine, David was raised by his parents, Floyd and Phyllis (…
WALDOBORO — Ronald Handfield, 83, of Waldoboro, Maine, died at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Augusta on April 17, 2025. He was born in Whitinsville, Massachusetts to Arthur and Elizabeth (Smith)…
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On April 19, 2025 I attended an extraordinary 3-D Multimedia Poetry event, Celestial Earth, created by poet Barbaria Maria, of Belfast.…
ST GEORGE — The St. George MSU Board has approved Dr. Christina Wotton as the next superintendent, effective July 1, 2025. The current superintendent, Mike Felton, who has led the district for ten…
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WALDOBORO — The Waldo Theatre in Waldoboro announces audition dates for its upcoming community theatre production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the Tony and Drama Desk Award…
Maine Department of Labor announces its no-cost upcoming trainings for May 2025.
Heat Illness Prevention -
May 6, 2025 l 8:30 a.m. – 12:30…
DAMARISCOTTA, BAR HARBOR, BUCKSPORT, PORTLAND — At a time when the Israeli military— after a brief ceasefire— has resumed its assault on Gaza and Palestine, the first annual Maine Palestine Film…
Want a classic breakfast, pancakes, or maybe even a cheese omelette for only $5.99? Then be at Brady's Sundays all season long between 8-…
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What is going on here? Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently ordered a purge of the library at the U.S. Naval Academy. Books critical of racism and the Holocaust were removed, while books…
ROCKLAND — Terrance “Terry” Benner Sr., 69, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 20, 2025, at the Sussman House in Rockport.
Terry was born on August 26, 1955, to Theodore…
WALDOBORO — With broken hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our darling Tiffany "Tiffy" Danielle Weems, 32, of Waldoboro, Maine, on March 28, 2025, at Maine Health in Portland.
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As Maine’s battle with the Trump administration over transgender student athletes intensifies and enters the courts, legal experts say the consequences could be huge — and extend far beyond…
ROCKLAND — Doris Kathleen ‘Dodie’ Clarke passed away peacefully April 14, 2025 after a brief illness.
Born in Rockland in 1940, she was the 6th child of Robert and Olive Dow. She grew up on…
You can still sponsor a Lamppost for the 2025 season. In late May, the new backets will be filled with Supertunias to be enjoyed until late summer. For a Camden resisdent is a significant way to…
Camden Garden Club is delighted to announce their inaugural Garden Expo, “Edible Gardens & Bountiful Tables,” will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025. The day-long event will feature…
There were more than 200 children, and another 100 adults, moving fast along the grass and through the amphitheatre at Camden Public Harbor and Harbor Park April 19, scopping up the 3,000 eggs…
Harold McWilliams, of Rockport, attended the April 19 "The Shout Heard Up the Coast" rally and protest in Belfast, and chronicled it with his camera.
The…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds April 14-18.
Appleton
Amy D. Irish to Christopher A. Bennett.
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A Story by Diane Roesing O’Brien
Ma has been musing on the cultivated environs of this old place. Here is a little piece she put together.
The rain seems to have stopped for now, the goldfinches…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity April 3-17.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds April 14-18.
Belfast
Elizabeth A. Wakem and…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity April 2-17.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are…
From the Library to the Dam: Rediscovering the Heart and Soul of Camden
CAMDEN — On Saturday, May 3, at 10:30 a.m., a free walk will take place in Camden as part of the annual worldwide festival of more than 200 walks called "Jane's Walk…
CAMDEN — The Camden Rotary Club has awarded grant awards totaling $40,000 to 11 local nonprofit organizations.
The Penobscot Bay …
BOOTHBAY — Sharon L. Wright, 82, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on March 5, 2025, at St. Andrews Village in Boothbay Harbor.
Sharon was born on April 13, 1943 to Helen…
WASHINGTON — David William Vogel passed away unexpectedly at his family home in Washington, Maine on April 9, 2025.
David was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on May 28, 1963 to Dorothy and…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture circulated a news release Thursday evening, April 17, saying it issued, "a memorandum to all state agencies administering the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…
CAMDEN — Nick Pucello, of Rockport, has joined Allen Insurance and Financial as a commercial lines producer, specializing in marine insurance.
Pucello holds a bachelor’s degree…
VINALHAVEN — Roland Arthur Geary, 79, formerly from Vinalhaven, died on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Montello Manor in Lewiston.
A complete obituary…
ROCKPORT — The Camden Hills Regional High School (CHRHS) Jazz Ensemble wrapped up a successful festival season with a standout performance at the prestigious UNH Clark…
WALDOBORO — On the morning of April 15, Medomak Valley High School held its annual Philbrook Speech Competition, an event that highlights and rewards…
JEFFERSON — Bonnie V. Schaeffer, 79, of Jefferson, formerly of Westminster, Maryland, passed away on April 5, 2025, at Miles Hospital in Damariscotta. Born on August 14, 1945, in Knoxville,…
Former Boston Globe editor and past Camden Conference president Matthew Storin is returning as president, to guide the Conference forward into…
In 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary (“Semiquincentennial”) of its founding. This anniversary presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to…
On April 18, congregations across the country will join in ringing bells for democracy. Inspired by the events of 250 years ago — when Boston’s Old North Church signaled the start of Paul Revere’s…
Sunday will be a Funday at Brady's starting at 8am for breakfast! Come enjoy 5 different breakfast specials for $5.99 including coffee…
Nick Pucello of Rockport has joined Allen Insurance and Financial as a commercial lines producer, specializing in marine insurance.
Nick holds a bachelor’s degree in small vessel…
Many Lampposts have been sponsored by individuals and businesses. During 2025/2026 Lamppost Sponsorships, the Club will be posting about all our retail sponsors through photos…
