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 As someone who has been directly…

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I moved to Maine just over 10 years…

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Maine is in a critical juncture in…

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On a recent Monday evening, I…

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As Mainers living in a mostly rural…

Rockport Town Office ballot box, 2024

As Nov. 5 General Elections approach, more citizens are voting, either by absentee ballot or at the one or two temporary voting…

Our good friend, Laura Baker, is a…

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October 2020, Dillingham Point Road

Leave 2020.
Leave me changed.…

Thomaston firefighters deal with the embers of a shed fire Friday morning, Oct. 25, 2024. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)

Updates Oct. 26, 2024 — Three fires under investigation and a possible link to three stolen vehicles are keeping officials busy in Thomaston.

An 8:40 a.m. fire call to Thomaston FD…

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CAMDEN — United Midcoast Charities (UMC) announces its next LEARN@UMC workshop, “Planned Giving Strategies for Nonprofits”. UMC is partnering with Paul Spizzuoco, CFP, of Apollon Wealth Management…

Artist: Susie Porter. Courtesy of BRAF

The Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) is excited to announce the return of its popular Art in the Square exhibition for 2024. This holiday favorite showcases a diverse collection of original…

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I live in the beautiful town of…

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I want to share an insight of who Jamie Hopkins is as a person. I was fortunate to meet Jamie in the capacity of a caregiver and a child care provider for a family member.  Immediately, her gentle…

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THOMASTON — Almost 30 minutes after Thomaston FD was called to a small grass fire behind Flagship Cinema, on New County Road, Oct. 24, 2024, firefighters and police were called to another property…

A Cash Register Round-Up campaign at Aubuchon Hardware in Belfast raised more than $5,000.00 for Finding Our Voices. From left to right, Patrisha McLean, CEO and founder of the Camden-based nonprofit, the group’s chief of staff Mary Kamradt, Aubuchon Manager Greg Hodgman, Assistant Manager Simon Fernands, and Garden Center Manager Sandra Verdosci. (Photo courtesy Finding Our Voices)

Sales of garden supplies, wood-fired pizza, and yard sale treasures in Lincolnville and Belfast brought in more than $9,000 to Finding Our Voices from caring community members.

Aubuchon…

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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ROCKPORT and BELFAST — Each October, MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month – "a crucial opportunity to shed light on a pervasive issue that affects…

L-R: Kristin Cyr, RN, MSN, senior director of nursing/associate chief nursing officer for MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals; DAISY Award winner Jennifer Seekings, RN; and Denise Needham, PharmD, president of MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals, during a recent award ceremony at MaineHealth Waldo Hospital. (Photo courtesy MaineHealth)

ROCKPORT and BELFAST — Four care team members from MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals were recently honored with employee awards during ceremonies held on the hospital campuses.

Each…

Tony Field

BAYSIDE — Tony Field…

municipal and/or industrial sludge a possible source
Deer in woods

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, in conjunction with the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, is…

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I'm writing to tell you why the citizens of Union, Warren and Hope should elect Ray Thombs for their State Representative.

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Elise Brown’s experience running her own business, being an EMT, firefighter, a fire chief, and currently the Emergency Manager in…

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I’m writing to share why I believe Elise Brown is the best choice for Waldo County Commissioner in District 3.

Although I don’t live in Waldo County and can’t vote for her, I’ve worked…

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The future of Maine’s economy needs policy makers who value civic participation and investment in our public institutions, like…

Donald Francis McBeth

CUSHING — Donald Francis McBeth was born on October 20, 1940, in Melrose, Massachusetts. He passed away unexpectedly on October 18, 2024, in Cushing, Maine. Don was the second child of Donald…

Douglas E. Peters Sr.

LARGO, Florida — Douglas E. Peters, Sr., formerly of Rockland, died unexpectedly from surgical…

Franklin J. Dodge

Franklin J. Dodge, age 62, passed away at his home in Union on October 7, 2024. 

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Dedicated. Caring. Involved. These three words best describe Ryan Harnden, of Belfast, who is running for re-election to the RSU 71…

NOTE: This is a revised Proposed Parking System map showing the first Congregational Church (outlined in green) as an underutilized private lot, eliminating the small Central Street lot, and showing only the south side of Pearl Street as available all day parking.

CAMDEN — At a vote of three to two, the Select Board in Camden approved a paid seasonal parking program. The decision was made Oct.…

Boy Scouts of America Troop 200 Hosts Fall Court of Awards. (Photo courtesy Ingrid Tepelmann)

Monday, October 21, Scouting BSA Troop 200 hosted their Fall Court of Awards at the American Legion Hall on Pearl Street in Camden.

The evening began with a troop opening flag ceremony…

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As we celebrate 25 years of caring for our community, the Knox Clinic’s Dental Program stands as a testament to the power of compassion and connection. What started in 2001 as a small service for…

Pauline M. Long

CAMDEN — Pauline M. Long, 93, died Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Pen Bay Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in South Thomaston, September 1, 1931, she was the daughter of…

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THOMASTON — Watts Hall Community Players and Watts Hall Community Arts are hosting the third annual Merry Mannequins Evergreen Extravaganza on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday Dcember 15, 2024.…

Kenneth J. Cote

ROCKLAND — Kenneth J. Cote completed his spiritual journey on earth on October 10, 2024, in the way he would have desired, under the big red maple, asleep in his truck.

Ken was born in…

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I am writing to express my appreciation for the efforts of Representative Vicki Doudera in supporting local businesses and manufacturing in Maine. Her recent actions have demonstrated a genuine…

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I met Gordon Page six years ago, and I couldn’t be happier to…

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In preparation for writing this letter, I glanced back at my email correspondence with Valli Geiger.

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When my husband and I decided to retire to Maine, we weren’t sure which town would be best for us. So we bought a small house in…

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I have diligently voted in 14 presidential elections since 1968, and countless other local, state and federal races. Over those fifty…

Mahlon Paul Palmer

Mahlon Paul Palmer aged 91 passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, at RiverRidge Center in Kennebunk, Maine.

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ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified…

opinion: Why does Camden need a preservation code?
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This November election, Camden can take a huge step forward in preserving town history and character by voting yes on Article 7: a nonbinding advisory vote that is the community’s opportunity to…

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Knox County needs elected leaders who truly understand the scope and responsibility of their position. The county needs elected leadership that…

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Ray Thombs and I have been married for 37 years. Like you, we’ve walked many tough roads and celebrated countless wonderful moments.…