BANGOR — The following students have been named to the Spring 2022 Dean's List at Husson University. Students who make the Dean's List must be enrolled as an undergraduate student, carry a full-…
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ALLENTOWN, PA Congratulations to Elaine Landry, of Thomaston, for being named to the Muhlenberg College Dean's List for the Spring 2022 semester.
Muhlenberg College students and Muhlenberg…
Letter to the editor
Earlier this month, Trekkers hosted its annual 5K fundraiser for the first time from its own location. After almost a decade of the route starting from Thomaston Library, it was the first (of many…
OWLS HEAD — “They did everything right,” said Owls Head Asst. Chief John Gamage.
On Tuesday, June 28, 2022, a grill caught fire on the deck of a Woods Road residence. When the family…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Department reported one traffic citation June 15-25, for failure to provide proof of insurance. In addition to the citation, the following activity was…
ROCKLAND — The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from June 13-20.
Stephen D. Achey, 33, of Brunswick, violating condition of release in Rockland Dec. 18, 2021, $350…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported two traffic infractions June 5-25, for operating after suspension and an inspection sticker violation. In addition to the two…
BELFAST — The following indictments were handed up by a Waldo County grand jury May 17-18.
An indictment does not imply…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court June 17-23.
Kyle W. Greenleaf, 25, of Frankfort…
I cannot say that I support 100% of the actions of any politician. That includes JFK, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. They all made choices and…
In just the third sentence of a January 27 press release announcing a January 28 joint Bangor appearance of Republican second-district congressional candidate Bruce Poliquin and House Republican…
Calendar of Events at the Camden Public Library for July
Long-Term Events:
July 1 through July 28, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. "Wm. Francis…
Reverend Alan Pulkkinen suddenly went home to be with the Lord on December 7, 2021. He was born in Rockland on January 20, 1952.
He was a graduate of Rockland District High School and the…
Maine covers more than 33,000 square miles, and is now finishing two citizen science projects that requires more eyes on the ground (and waterways).
“And we are especially looking for help…
Today, June 28, Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced that it has added U.S. Senator Susan Collins to the country’s sanctions list. The move, which comes in response to Senator Collins’ steadfast…
opinion
I spent my childhood on a small farm raising sheep, pigs, and chickens, with two geese that ran the operations, as they do. I tended my own garden and learned to show my sheep in the fair. My bus…
majority of scholarships funded through the annual Blueberry WingDing
Six members of the 2022 Camden Hills Regional High School senior class have been awarded scholarships by the Lincolnville Improvement Association (LIA). Recipients of the awards were selected on…
New law enacted this session gives those 65 and older opportunity to maintain homestead taxes at current rates
Under a new law enacted by the Maine Legislature earlier this year, Maine residents who are aged 65 and older have an opportunity to freeze their future homestead property tax rates at current…
AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine.
Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through…
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Golf Club men’s league gathered Sunday, June 26 for a golf outing.
Below are the results from the gatherings as submitted to our sports department.
…
SEARSPORT — Patricia M. Kendall, 79, of Searsport, passed away on June 25, 2022, at her home.
A full obituary will follow.
Arrangements are under the care of Riposta Funeral Home,…
original stories, acting and performance created by area youth
WALDOBORO — The Waldo welcomed more than 60 local children in the RSU 40 district on Thursday, June 17 to perform their original creative pieces on stage. Titled “Festival of Original Plays” this…
Warren Lincoln Moody, 91 passed away on May 26, 2022. Born in Waldoboro, Maine, a son of the late Percy Barrett Moody and the late Bertha Leora Maloney Moody, he was a loving father, grandfather,…
ROCKPORT — Colleen Kinney, residing at 14 Deer Lane in Rockport, died at home of cancer on June 21, 2022. She is survived by her son, Michael Kinney; her ex-husband, Rick Greene; her dogs Harley…
CAMDEN — With some discussion about process, the Select Board in Camden voted 4 to 1 June 21 to reappoint the town’s police and fire…
Letter to the editor
Last Friday, the Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade. I can’t stop the flow of tears—tears for the millions of women and young girls that will be affected by this; tears for all the women that…
Two ducks .... a barrelful of sand ... Polly Moody’s fudge
July 3, 1970 was a big day for Wally and I, the closing on our house. Married just three months, we were finally moving in together.
I…
Letter to the editor
I encourage you to vote for Jason Trundy for Waldo County Sheriff this coming November. Trundy has the right mix of experience, integrity, firmness, and innovation to continue --and add to -- the…
MIDCOAST — The Babe Ruth baseball season continued last week in the Midcoast as the regular season nears its conclusion.
June 21 Scoreboard…
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Golf Club men’s league gathered Saturday, June 25 for a golf outing.
Below are the results from the gatherings as submitted to our sports department.
…
LINCOLNVILLE — The Lincolnville Select Board will meet at 6…
The following is Rockport Town Manager Jon Duke’s report to the Select Board in advance if its June 27 regularly…
ROCKPORT — The Rockport Select Board will be down to four members Monday evening when it convenes first to talk about a matter in…
Film-making assistance from Matt Siegel, Jim Boutin, Josh Gerritsen, and Neil Shelley
WATERVILLE — Two movies starring Maine domestic violence survivors are premiering July 16 at the 25th edition of the Maine International Film Festival in Waterville, sharing the stage with the…
taking place at various local locations
ROCKLAND — As part of its upcoming 2023 centennial year celebration, the Strand Theatre announces it’s New Century Series, a multi-year program that will bring more live theatre, dance and…
On June 21, I attended my first Camden Select Board meeting in six years as a commenting citizen.
I went to honor the…
SEARSPORT — The agenda for the next Regional School Unit 20 school board meeting has been set.
The meeting will be held Tuesday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the SDMHS cafetorium.
…
ORONO — The University of Maine System has announced its COVID-19 vaccine requirements for students for the fall 2022 semester.
To study or participate in any in-person activities at Maine’…
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Golf Club hosted a Ladies Association golf outing, the Leah Robinson Memorial, on Thursday, June 23.
Below are the results from the outing as submitted to the…
The family of Graham Lacher, missing since June 6, when he bolted from the Dorothea Dix Treatment Center (DDPC) in Bangor, will hold a public awareness gathering from 3-4 p.m., Monday, June…
opinion
There are few among us who have not been touched by addiction in some aspect of our lives. Whether the struggle is our own or that of family or friends, nearly everyone knows someone whose life…
During the height of the pandemic touring musicians were forced into hibernation and live performances were few and far between. The summer of 2022 at Boothbay Harbor’s Opera House is now…
AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the state of Maine.
Maine CDC conducts case investigations and contact tracing Monday through…
If an eagle is found, call Maine Police dispatch at 207-624-7076.
The Northeast is currently experiencing an outbreak of Highly Pathogen Avian Influenza, and the Maine Dept. of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is reminding the public not…
Maine AFL-CIO President Cynthia Phinney released the following statement on today’s Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade: …
creative and dedicated volunteers
SOUTH THOMASTON — The Rockland District Nursing Association (RDNA) introduces The Rose Hip, a weekly bake sale sustaining community nursing. Sales will be on Saturdays, July 2 through September 3…
ROCKLAND — Raymond Arthur Comeau, 84, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport following multiple medical complications.
Born May 25, 1938 in Chelsea…
CAMDEN — Two years ago, Rockport filed suit in Knox County Superior Court…
WALDOBORO — Medomak Valley High School announces its Quarter 4 Honor Roll for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Grade 9
High Honors: Porter Gahagan, Christopher Harris,…
BELFAST — Judith Crosby, 90, passed peacefully at her home in Belfast on Thursday, June 23, 2022.
Judy was born on January 21, 1932, in Gloucester, Massachusetts, the daughter of Donald A.…
