I’ve been thinking about the roads of this little town recently. We have a kid with a driving permit, so I have been riding shotgun, as she explores the back roads. I think driving her to school…
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Buyers across the state continue to be met with lower-than-average for sale inventory. Statistics shared by Maine Listings indicate a 1.98 percent decrease in sales while the median sales price (…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Jan. 29 - Feb. 2.
Belfast
Robert K. and April B.…
BELFAST — A man convicted of stabbing another man in a homeless encampment, located in the area behind Renys plaza, was…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Feb. 16-22.
Ralph E. Harriman II, 47, of…
National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is being observed from February 26 to March 3, 2024. This annual event aims to educate the public about the threats posed by invasive species and…
ST. GEORGE — Factory Road in Port Clyde will be closed to all through traffic from Monday, February 26, 2024 through Friday, March 1, 2024 in order to perform road repairs that are needed after…
“Fluid Dreams and The Whale Song Series”
ROCKPORT — From March 2 through 28, the Rockport Public Library will host a vibrant show of paintings by Melissa Kachan entitled, “Fluid Dreams & The Whale Song Series.”
“Kachan’s…
FORT LAUDERDALE — Gage Corson, 25, of Lincolnville, Maine, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida passed away on January 25, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale due to injuries from a motor accident.
Gage…
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Feb. 11-23.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Feb. 7-23.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a…
UNION – The town has received a letter of interest for the design and construction of senior rental housing in the former…
ROCKLAND — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Feb. 19-23.
Appleton
Betty J. Dyment Est. to Gloria J. Withee.
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LINCOLNVILLE — Citizens planning to run for office may pick up their nomination papers Monday, March 4, at the Town Office.
Nomination papers must have at least 25 signatures but not more…
HOPE — June elections are not far off, and now is the time for prospective candidates to gather signatures to be on the municipal and school committee ballot. Municipal elections will take place…
BELFAST — The Belfast Area Chamber is growing, and will be moving to a larger office space just up the street at 33 Main Street, in Belfast.
“Thanks to the incredible support of our valued…
WATERVILLE — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Dairy Industry Association (MDIA) are hosting the 2024 Maine Dairy Seminar and MDIA Annual Meeting on Thursday, March 14,…
CAMDEN — United Midcoast Charities recently announced the addition of Larrain Slaymaker to its Board of Directors.
Slaymaker has lived in Hope, Maine for over forty years and worked with a…
ROCKPORT — As part of its ongoing commitment to increasing access to high quality health care in Knox County, Pen Bay Medical Center will provide free skin screenings and other resources at the…
free program helps weatherization contractors open or expand their businesses
In alignment with its mission to build a just, vibrant, and climate-resilient future for people and communities in Maine, Coastal Enterprises Inc. (CEI) is launching a new …
CAMDEN — Maxine Edna Simmons, 87, of Camden, died on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at Breakwater Commons in Rockland. Born in Searsmont on May 19, 1936, she was the daughter of Robie J. and Bertha (…
Ash Point Community School Principal Ben Tripp and Fifth Grade Teacher Wendy Jacques present a $686.50 check for Rockland Rotary's "All Aboard" Inclusive Playground Project.
Rotarians,…
By Mimi Edmunds
Over 100 years ago, the pandemic known as the “Spanish Flu” of 1918, a viral epidemic likely started among WW1 troops in the United States and Europe, swept through Maine…
In January, PAWS Animal Adoption Center appointed the 2024 slate of officers to the Board of Trustees and welcomed two new board members, Debra Hall and Andrew Weeks.
The 2024 officers are…
Bonnie Lewis, a member of the business insurance team at Allen Insurance and Financial, recently achieved the designation of Accredited Customer Service Representative in Commercial Lines from the…
opinion
When student journalists at Amherst Regional High School in Massachusetts heard last spring that middle schoolers in their town were experiencing transphobic and homophobic bullying, they…
Maine holds its first open Presidential primary on March 5, 2024. Independent voters may vote without having to enroll in a political…
a native of Union and a graduate of Medomak Valley High School
Stephen Wallace, president and CEO of Maine State Credit Union, announces the promotion of Jason Hilt to Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Hilt will guide the financial strategy…
ROCKPORT — Waldo County General Hospital is pleased to welcome Carolyn Slaughter, CNM/WHNP, to its Women’s Health team.
Slaughter attended the University of California, San Francisco…
SEARSPORT — Morris “Stanley” Wood, 100, of Searsport, passed away on February 19, 2024 at the Sussman House in Rockport. He decided to write his own obituary saving loved ones the task.
My…
WALDOBORO — Veteran paramedic Jim Eaton has announced his candidacy for State House District 45, which includes Bremen, Friendship, Louds Island, Waldoboro and Washington.
“I have responded…
CAMDEN and ROCKPORT — Warming soil is beckoning. Carrots, squash, lettuce, what’s your wish? Penobscot Bay Community Gardens offers gardeners plots at two sites: 63 Washington Street in Camden and…
CAMDEN — Captain Asger G. Bagge, Royal Danish Navy, Ret., 83, beloved husband of Deborah Oliver, died peacefully in Rockland, Sunday, 18 February 2024. In his passing as in his life, Deborah was…
CAMDEN — Vicki Doudera, former Camden Conservation Commission member, local author, realtor, and current State Representative, has announced her reelection campaign for House District 41.
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Oceanside Middle School’s project on display through April 9
Penobscot Bay Community Health Partnerships (PBCHP) announces the successful culmination of two youth photovoice projects, in collaboration with the Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA).
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ELLSWORTH — Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital recently welcomed Alexandria Boley, DO, to its pediatric care practice.
Dr. Boley joins the Ellsworth pediatric care team from Indian Health…
CAMDEN — Lyle D. Rigg, beloved long-time headmaster of prestigious boarding schools in England, Switzerland, and Pennington, New Jersey, passed away on February 16, 2024 in Camden at age 79. The…
Cranberries, potatoes, blueberries
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a series of gardening webinars that will offer information, practical knowledge and insights for gardeners of all levels. The webinars…
The good news: Gov. Mills has included urgently needed one-time funding in a supplemental budget to address recent devastating federal funding cuts essential to securing the safety and…
Although spring is around the bend, the Camden Public Library would like to take a moment to recognize the success of this year’s Winterfest celebration.
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Two age categories: 13 and under; 14 and Up
ROCKLAND — At 3:28 p.m., on Monday, April 8 of this year, a total solar eclipse will occur, with Maine in the path of totality. This will be the last total eclipse visible…
WASHINGTON — AnnMarie (Flint) Leclair passed away unexpectedly at her home on February 17, 2024 in Washington, Maine at the age of 48. Ann was born on April 22, 1975 in Rockport, Maine to Arlene…
New Listing!
Welcome to 671 Main Street and take a step back in time. This gracious 1761 Federal home is located on 36 acres close to downtown Damariscotta. Throughout the house, you will…
THOMASTON — A high speed police pursuit that started in Thomaston on Tuesday morning was soon called off as the risk of serious injury to others became too high.
Within hours after a head-…
Update: Feb. 21, 2024 8:30 a.m.
THOMASTON — As best as anyone can determine, the driver of a vehicle that continued to go straight instead of following the curve in the road near…
New Hope Midcoast
Economic abuse can be just as devastating as physical abuse. To deny someone rightful access to money or basic resources is an attack on their fundamental existence. Managing and controlling one’s…
Salt ’n Spar
In January, I received an email from Ryan Gahagan, president of Mason Station Redevelopment Company LLC, based in Portland. His comments were in response to publication of a column I’d written…
‘This was not an easy decision, nor is it one that I made lightly’
SEARSPORT — The announcement made Feb. 20 by the State of Maine that is has chosen Sears Island and not Mack Point in Searsport as its preferred site for a port facility to support the floating…
Maine’s Jobs and Recovery Plan included today the announcement of $3.3 million in business grants to 40 businesses across the state.…
