Michael Alan Bander, a 45 year resident of Miami, a leading lawyer and one of the deans of the immigration bar, died suddenly at his summer home in Spruce Head on…
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Suicide Safer Care Training Portal: screening, intervention, treatment, and support
AUGUSTA – In honor of September's National Suicide Prevention Month, the Maine Center for…
If you believe that you or someone you know could be in crisis, do not hesitate to call the statewide crisis line, 888-568-1112
ROCKLAND – The Knox County Sheriff’s Department has investigated four suicides this year. Three of those four deaths occurred in the past four days, according to Chief Deputy Tim Carroll.
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CUSHING — The Georges River Land Trust (GRLT) is pleased to partner with MCH, Inc., based in Rockland, through the Langlais Art Loan Program. Several original paintings by Bernard Langlais, owned…
Station open house, Look. Learn. Listen campaign during October Fire Prevention Week
ROCKLAND – Today’s home fires burn faster than ever. In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Knowing how to use…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Sept. 9-17. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Sept. 9
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ROCKLAND – The $5 donation by each attendee of the Rockland train station’s 100th anniversary celebration two weeks ago remains in Rockland, has spread a little further, and will be seen, in part…
ROCKLAND – Just as water rained from the top of a re-installed watering trough on Tillson avenue, Tuesday, Sept. 18, so, too, did the rain pour from the sky.
But a small crowd stood…
When the high school students of Waldo County enroll at Waldo County Technical Center, they not only become part of the student population, they become part of the WCTC family. Being…
Camden to discuss this evening; Lincolnville to vote Sept. 24
LINCOLNVILLE and CAMDEN — Over the past several years, in some cases even longer, boaters have been setting out moorings in the early summer for their small sailboats in the lakes and ponds. There…
Robert (Bob) Shotwell, 97, of Camden, passed away on September 6, 2018 after more than 20 years of an extraordinarily active and enthusiastic life in Midcoast Maine.
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stacking wood ...... home meet ....... when summer ends
Brad Bowen brought four cords of firewood last week, a mountain of green wood dumped at the end of our driveway. It’s destined to be burned next winter, not this coming one.…
Town Manager’s Office:
- On Friday, Sept. 14, we published a list on the Town’s website (camdenmaine.gov) of all the properties…
Adrienne Marie Haskell, 44, of Belfast passed away on September 7, 2018 at home with her family.
She was born on February 7, 1974 in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Adrienne…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Aug. 28 - Sept. 9.
Katherine A. Harriman, 31,…
BELFAST —The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Sept. 7-13. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Sept. 3…
BELFAST — The fourth annual Fly-in event at Belfast Municipal Airport had a foggy start Sept. 15, with the low-lying clouds causing cancellations from some of the…
ROCKLAND — The following divorces were finalized in Rockland District Court in July-Aug.
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One bird euthanized, the other receiving treatment at Avian Haven
BELFAST — One of two seagulls Belfast Police attempted to save after it was discovered injured was euthanized by Avian Haven due to its injuries, according to…
George Stevenson died at the age of 88 surrounded by his family on September 9th, 2018 after a battle with kidney disease.
He was born in Boston on June 2, 1930 to Alice…
ROCKPORT – A Memorial Service for James J. Algrant, 91, who passed away unexpectedly July 21, 2018, will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, September 28, 2018,…
Nash taken into custody Sept. 18 near Charleston
UPDATE — At approximately 7 a.m. on Tuesday, September 18, escaped prisoner Arnold Nash was taken into custody by the Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office, according to a media release from the…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Sept. 1-9. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Aug. 7 (late entry)
Michael Babineau, 3, of Searsport…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Aug. 27 - Sept. 7.
Belfast
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BELFAST — The following divorces were recently granted in Belfast District Court.
David E. Cushman, of Belmont, and…
Groundbreaking ceremony for new Camden-Rockport Middle School
CAMDEN – A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday morning, September 13, at Camden-Rockport Middle School, marking the beginning of construction of the new middle school on the grounds of the…
KNOX — One person was killed and two were injured when the barn they were working to dismantle collapsed on the morning of Thursday, September 13.
The barn,…
ROCKPORT — Down East Enterprise, Inc., promoted Brian Kevin to editor in chief of Down East magazine. In the most senior editorial position, he will be responsible for guiding Down…
Welcoming Week is September 17 through 21
ROCKPORT — This Welcoming Week, taking place September 17-21, the Penobscot Bay YMCA will join Welcoming America and hundreds of YMCAs and other organizations nationwide in hosting events to…
I want to thank Senator Angus King for his continuing advocacy for people with preexisting health conditions.
Four years ago, my granddaughter was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, a…
BELFAST — Last week Waldo County General Hospital, welcomed a group of 24 seniors from Maine Maritime Academy for their Medical Person in Charge course.
This course is taught by MMA…
ROCKPORT — Pen Bay Medical Center (PBMC) has earned a place in the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association roster of hospitals recognized for achievement in the Get With The…
DAMARISCOTTA — First National Bank branches will be collecting items for local food pantries September 24 through October 5. Drop off your non-perishable food items at your local branch.
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THOMASTON – Judith A. Chapman, 77, died surrounded by her loving family, following a brief illness, Sunday, September 9, 2018 at the home of her daughter. …
FOOD, PET SUPPLIES AVAILABLE THE FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH
CAMDEN — Owning a pet can be expensive and for some people with limited incomes and on a tight budget, buying food for their furry family…
PORTLAND - Elizabeth F. Hummer, died unexpectedly in Rockport, ME on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at age 92. She was the oldest daughter of Marlin and Melva Farnum. In 1927 Elizabeth “Betty” and…
WARREN – James R. Eckhoff, 73, went home to be with the Lord, following an extended illness, Monday, September 10, 2018 at Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport. His loving wife was at his side.…
BELFAST — It was a whirlwind hour of socially charged puppetry at the United Farmers Market Sept. 11, as Bread and Puppet Theater moved their performance indoors to…
PORTLAND and ELLSWORTH–The Knox County Committee of the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) presented $2,500 grants to Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and the Knox County Homeless Coalition to mark…
Phone service restored to normal Thursday
UPDATE: Camden-Rockport Police Chief Randy Gagne confirmed on Thursday, September 13 that phone service to the business lines at the Rockport Police and Fire Departments had been restored to…
I am supporting Jan Dodge for House District 97 (Belfast, Waldo and Northport) because she is a strong advocate for education and health care for all.
Jan has been a frequent voice in…
WALDOBORO — Waldoboro police responded to 98 calls for service from Sept. 5-11. Listed below are a few of the highlights. An arrest or…
Rockland pays respect, honors those who rushed in to save others
ROCKLAND – On Sept. 11, 2001, now City Manager Tom Luttrell was working as a business manager, a position he’d only been holding for two months. He was still getting to know the personalities…
All full-time town staff to participate
ROCKPORT — The Rockport Select Board spent almost two hours behind closed doors Sept. 10 in a meeting prior to it regularly scheduled open meeting discussing a personnel issue that no one will…
BELFAST — Joanne J. LeSan, 67, of Belfast, passed away in Rockport January 2, 2018.
Graveside services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, September 22 at Maple Grove Annex Cemetery in…
AUGUSTA – Governor Paul R. LePage has directed that both U.S. and State of Maine flags shall be lowered to half-staff today, Patriot Day, September 11. Flags will fly at half-staff for the entire…
BELFAST — Adrienne Marie Haskell, 44, of Belfast passed away at home with her family on September 7, 2018.
Her services will be private at the convenience of her family. Arrangements are…
CAMDEN — Robert Shotwell, 97, of Camden, died on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at his home.
A complete obituary will be published and services will be announced.
Condolences and…
SOUTH THOMASTON – A memorial service for Donald Walter Renn who passed away May 5, 2018 will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home…
Reforms follow investigation after two Maine children beaten to death
AUGUSTA — Governor Paul LePage signed…
