MONTVILLE — Charles Arthur Sweetland, of Montville, passed away November 30, 2024; surrounded by his family. He was born April 27, 1951 in Camden and raised…
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THOMASTON — Several students at Thomaston Grammar School were recognized for responsibly at a school-wide assembly on December 2nd. Students receiving the Responsibility Award were: Mattie Stenger…
ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified…
Church asks court to halt real estate negotiations with Waldo CAP
BELFAST — On Dec. 2, UMaine…
THOMASTON — An unknown voice said he was holding the family hostage. If money, in the form of gift cards, wasn’t sent, the family would get hurt.
The volume of scams increases considerably…
The Town of Thomaston will hold a Secret Ballot Referendum on Tuesday, February 4, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to vote on building a new Fire and EMS Station.
New Fire-EMS…
CUSHING — Paul Caponigro died of congestive heart failure Sunday, Nov 10, 2024.
Born in Boston in 1932, at a young age, Paul Caponigro displayed dual passions for photography and music. He…
The world lost one of the good guys on Monday, November 25, 2024, with the passing of David A. Shields. “Doc”, as he was called by his beloved wife of 44 years, and “Tata” to his grandchildren,…
Daniel S. Clarke’s death marks the end of an era for many of the people who knew him. He died unexpectedly on Friday morning, November 22, 2024. The truck…
THOMASTON — The underground work preceding construction at 198 New County Road, in Thomaston, has begun, more than two years after contractors initially proposed their project to the Town.
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part of larger North American expansion
Heidelberg Materials North America, a division of the German company Heidelberg Materials, has entered a purchase agreement to acquire Giant Cement Holding, Inc., and its subsidiaries, Giant…
Annual Beach Bonfire, Dec. 7, with Santa
Sometimes tasks get passed down within families. Traditions. Jobs. The recipe for that special corn pudding that Grandma always made gets taught to a grandson, who will then be tasked with…
Wreaths Across America convoy will not be coming through the Midcoast this year, but residents who are willing to hop into their cars can…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 25-29.…
All in a day's work on Penobscot Bay
Despite strong winds and waves Nov. 25, a crew of Midcoast mariners and Lewiston business owners calculated the odds, and struck out from Rockland with a fiberglass swimming pool in tow. Their…
Beginning Dec. 6, Veteran broadcaster Don Shields will lead coverage
106.9 FRANK FM, WBQX will broadcast local high school basketball for a 15th straight year beginning Friday, December 6, when the defending Southern Maine Class B Champion…
ROCKLAND — To the delight of many, a friendly Grinch appeared several times, in several forms, during the 2024 Festival of Lights Parade in Rockland, Saturday, Nov. 30.
Parade spectators…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 22-26.
Daniel R. Therrien, 38, of Belfast, probation violation in Belfast Nov. 16, 2021,…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 7-26.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…
DAMARISCOTTA — Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is a significant step closer to bringing the community’s vision of a fully accessible, mile-long trail connecting…
ROCKLAND — Kim “Mac” Irwin McFarland went home to his Lord and Savior while surrounded by family on November 28, 2024.
Born in Kansas City, Missouri, November 12, 1951, Mac was the son of…
BELFAST — The following indictments were handed up by a Waldo County Grand Jury Nov. 21-22.
Matthew D. Hogan, 32, of Searsport, domestic violence assault in Belfast…
December 4 through January 18
ROCKPORT — The Rockport Public Library will host a show of handmade works by members of the library’s fiber arts group from December 4 through…
December 2024
BELFAST — “Clarity: A Painter’s Journey” by Betty Schopmeyer will be exhibited in the Kramer Gallery of the Belfast Free Library for the month of December 2024.
Schopmeyer moved to Midcoast…
CAMDEN — “Queer People of Faith” is a photojournalism exhibit that was commissioned by First Congregational Church UCC of Camden in 2023. The show has traveled around the state over the past year…
LIBERTY — As part of its efforts to help those experiencing food insecurity, MaineHealth Waldo Hospital has added a new self-service pantry shelf in its MaineHealth…
THOMASTON — Alton E. Foster Jr., 95, of Thomaston, passed away on November 27, 2024, at Windward Gardens in Camden. He was born on May 22, 1929, to parents Alton E. Foster Sr. and Nancy L. (Moore…
The story of Maine's native wild turkeys is one of triumphant recovery following extirpation in the early 1800s. We are thankful for successful…
ELLSWORTH — Merrill Furniture generously donated new furniture and a fresh design for the Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital Merrill Chapel. Used by patients, families…
PORTLAND — The Maine Celtic Celebration was inducted into the Halla Cairde (Hall of Friends) on November 21, 2024, at the…
62.0 percent of residents informally helped others by exchanging favors with their neighbors
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Scouts from Scouting America Troop 200 and Cub Scout Pack 200 were given the privilege on Veterans Day of presenting the colors to begin American Legion Post 30’s annual…
"When an idea fills you with hope, helps you heal, and gives you purpose, take that path with all your heart"
BANGOR — The Christine B. Foundation (CBF) has officially been serving the cancer community in Eastern Maine for ten years. With $1.5 million of services gifted…
Medomak Middle School announces its Quarter 1 Honor Roll for the 2024-25 academic year.
7th Grade – High Honors
Alexandrea Fullerton, Anthony Monfiletto,…
Maine-grown Christmas Trees and Wreaths Generate $18 Million in Annual Economic Impact
Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed Friday, November 29, 2024, as "Maine Grown Christmas Tree Day" to honor the valuable contributions of Maine's Christmas tree and…
ROCKLAND — Eileen Marie (Hare) Nuppula, 77, died peacefully, Friday, November 22, 2024, at Breakwater Commons. A dedicated teacher and avid gardener, she was talented in many things and…
WARREN — Wesley R. Hooper, Sr., 63, died peacefully, yet unexpectedly in his sleep, Friday, November 22, 2024.
Born in Rockland, November 11, 1961, he was the son of Donald and Geraldine…
letter to the editor
I am writing to share an urgent challenge facing the YMCA’s summer camp program and to ask for the community’s support. Last week, we were notified by the Town of Camden that the Snow Bowl will…
POSTPONED: The Grand Opening of Congress Square Commons scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, has been postponed.
The new date for the Grand Opening will be…
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's Land for Maine's Future Program announced its next call for Conservation and Recreation proposals. The latest requests are for Projects…
'most significant step to date in efforts to preserve Maine’s beloved area code'
The Maine Public Utilities Commission said Nov. 25 that it approved large-scale rate center consolidation of Maine’s largest telecommunications provider, Consolidated Communications…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Aug. 12-16.
Belfast
Janet A. Kimball Est. to…
On behalf of the Medomak Valley High School staff, Matthew Carlson, Assistant Principal, presented a $100 check to each of the five food banks in the RSU 40 district.
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BELFAST — The Belfast Free Library and the National Digital Equity Center (NDEC) will be presenting two free computer classes to take place in the library’s…
The PAWS 2024 Auction for the Animals goes live Thanksgiving Day.
"The auction, which runs from Thanksgiving Day through Sunday, December 8, provides an excellent opportunity to do holiday…
"bold and colorful with a whimsical simplicity that lifts the spirit"
WALDOBORO — "The Waldo Theatre, located at 916 Main Street, glides into the holiday season with a visual feast of artwork by painter and mixed media artist Pam Smilow in her latest show,…
BELFAST — Brian George Ross, 75, of Belfast, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 23, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends. …
