Madam Sally Wood (1759-1855), considered Maine's first woman novelist, was actually writing novels even before Maine became a state.Wood published her first novel in 1800 under the pseudonym "A…
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Historical Association offers two ways to learn about Madam Sally Wood, Maine’s first woman novelist
This Independence Day, law enforcement agencies in Maine are working hard to reduce impaired driving, according to Maine’s Bureau of Highway Safety, in a news release. The primary goal of the law…
GORHAM and ROCKPORT — Marylee Burt Dodge, 91, died peacefully June 16, 2022, in the company of her family at her home in Gorham.
Born January 8, 1931, in Hartford, Connecticut to Leo W. and…
OWLS HEAD — For the passersby wondering if their peripheral vision were playing tricks on them while passing a house on Ingraham Drive, in Owls Head, maybe not. A corner pillar is temporarily…
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court.
Deandera D. Lang, of Searsport, and…
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…
A fireside celebration of life for Heath Edward Barrett, 40, who passed away peacefully February 3, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer, will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022. Family…
Mary Frances Weaver Dutch passed on to her next life following a short experience with liver cancer on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. As most know, Mary had a positive diagnosis of progressive Multiple…
ROCKLAND – Knox County Sheriff Tim Carroll is about to switch uniforms and shorten his morning commute by a smidge. In a move that creates a full-circle effect, Carroll has been hired to become…
Avian flu precautions issued; owners advised to keep birds indoors to prevent disease spread
Another detection as of June 28 of highly pathogenic avian flu in a backyard bird flock has prompted the Maine Dept. of Agriculture to issue a list of precautions. They include recommending…
Elections Aug. 30
ROCKPORT — Three Rockport residents have stepped forward to run for an empty seat on the Rockport Select Board. Their nomination papers are now circulating, and they have until 4 p.m., July 22, to…
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…
‘In Maine, all children 10 and under must wear a life jacket. Adults don't have to wear them, but they must be available on board’
The Maine Marine Patrol will once again be looking out for anyone violating Maine’s boating under the influence laws and sharing safety information during the national Operation Dry Water weekend…
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…
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests in roads, bridges, broadband infrastructure
On June 29, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced funding from the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to launch the Climate Ready Coasts initiative that will…
Clayton L. Thompson, 97, went to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on June 28, 2022. He was born in Montville, Maine on March 29, 1925, to Linwood and Alma Thompson.
He married the…
BELMONT — Nancy W. Jordan, 74, of Belmont, passed away on June 28, 2022 in Rockport. She was born in Morrill, Maine on September 12, 1947 to Frank and Nadine (Thompson) Brown.
Nancy lost…
CUSHING — Patricia P. Farmer, of Cushing, Maine, died peacefully at the Sussman House hospice on May 20. Pat (how she preferred to be called) lived an extraordinarily rich life of 95 years.
…
River Arts Gallery showcases its Members’ Show until July 23
DAMARISCOTTA—One portrait is the deep, bold blue of twlight whereas the other two are the hot orange fire of Autumn.
River Arts Gallery is currently hosting its Members’ Show featuring 160…
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…
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-…
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…
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…
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 — 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…
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…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported two traffic infractions June 5-25, for operating after suspension and an inspection sticker violation. In addition to the two…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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: …
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…
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.…
A graveside committal for Gregory David Kibitz, 56, who passed away on December 30, 2021, will be held Friday, July 8, 2022, at 1 p.m., at the Village Cemetery, Dublin Road, South Thomaston.…
CAMDEN — On Friday, June 10, 2022, Frederick Miles Davis, of Camden, journeyed from his life on earth to his life in heaven. Born in Camden on April 4, 1935, he was the son of Harold Stanley and…
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…
