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Stanley Evans Waterman

NORTH HAVEN — Stanley Evans Waterman, known to all simply as “Toot,” passed away at Pen Bay Hospital the morning of Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Born in Rockland in 1928, to Oscar and Kathleen…

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CAMDEN — James Stillman Rockefeller Jr., 99, of Camden, died on January 8, 2025, at his home. 

A full obituary will follow. 

Long after the smoke cleared, interior-trained firefighters continued to clean debris, saturate hot spots, and search for the origin of the fire at 906 Depot Road, in Union. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)

UNION — "We had plenty of water," said Union Fire Chief Jesse Thompson. "It was manpower that we needed."

Prior to 12 p.m., Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, a passerby reported smoke rising from the…

The building where the Waldo County Registry of Deeds is maintained.

BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Sept. 16-27. 

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Mary R. Gibbons Est. to John…

Firefighters focused on two fire scenes after flames from a camper fire spread. (Photo by Sarah Thompson)

WARREN (Jan. 13, 2025) — Warren firefighters are looking at a possible furnace malfunction in a camper that manifested into flames, Sunday evening, Jan. 12, 2025.

The fire was…

New exhibition from Midcoast Maine Book Arts is a miniature delight
Sandy Weisman of South Thomaston, one of the book artists involved, created a gallery of tiny books called "Troubled Books."

ROCKLAND — “The universe is not made up of atoms; it’s made up of tiny stories.” ― Joseph Gordon-Levitt

The Midcoast Maine Book Arts collective, which the PenBay Pilot covered…

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ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Dec. 30-Jan. 3.

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Bruce W. Bragg and Angela S.…

The projects will create about 25 short-term jobs and ultimately will provide power to more than 1500 homes
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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is investing $8.7M in Fox Islands Electric Cooperative (FIEC).

The 

Eva Gilley Spear Cushman

PORT CLYDE — Eva Gilley Spear Cushman, 100, of Port Clyde, passed away on January 8, 2025, at Pen Bay Hospital in Rockport. She was born on High Street in Camden in her grandparents’ home on…

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BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Jan. 3-9. 

Christopher Seekins, 31, of Brooks, unlawful trafficking in scheduled drugs in…

Author talk, Rockport Public Library, Jan. 15, 1 p.m.: 'Quiet Thoughts for a Noisy World'
The author, who finds much of his inspiration from the sea. Photo courtesy Michael Paul Lund.

ROCKPORT—Author Michael Paul Lund spent many years seeking the answer to the age-old question, "Who am I?" After studying and listening intently to others, he found his path and stopped being a…

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One Monhegan business and four Waldo County businesses are among 16 awardees and one loan being distributed by the  U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural…

Carol Hall Perry

WALDOBORO — Carol Hall Perry, 77, a beloved member of the Waldoboro community, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on January 9, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.…

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BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Dec. 29 - Jan. 10.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered…

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BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 15-22.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are…

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BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court. 

Cynthia L. Sinclaire, of Stockton Springs, and Wayne D. Sinclair, of Stockton…

Maine’s climate action plan: "Maine Won’t Wait"
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ROCKLAND — The Rockland Public Library presents Molly Siegel on Thursday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to all.

Join Molly Siegel, Maine Climate Council Coordinator with the…

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Around 10 a.m. Thursday morning, Jan. 9, two ice fishermen in Edgecomb reportedly found a wallet belonging to William "Nate" Robinson, 34, of Austinville, Virginia. Robinson is a murder…

public is invited to visit the memorial and sign and pay tribute to President Carter
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity staff and volunteers stand in front of the memorial door honoring former President Jimmy Carter’s work with Habitat for Humanity. (L-R) Tia Anderson, Todd Look, Bob Newbest, Kristie Kosalski, Maggi Blue, and Dashiell Marley. (Photo courtesy Midcoast Habitat for Humanity)

ROCKPORT — Midcoast Habitat for Humanity has erected a memorial door inside the Midcoast Habitat ReStore, located at 799 West Street in Rockport, to honor the life and legacy…

Gerald A. Spaulding

SPRUCE HEAD — Gerald A. Spaulding, 68, died peacefully, with his family at his side, Friday, January 3, 2025 following a courageous battle with lung disease.

Born in Rockland, September 7,…

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AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Transportation has selected Maine Switching Services (MSS), of Unity, to take over operations and maintenance of the Rockland Branch Railroad.

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ROCKLAND — A Supply Drive for Rockland's Emergency Warming Center will be held Friday, Jan. 17, from 3 - 6 p.m., at the Flanagan Community…

The building where the Waldo County Registry of Deeds is maintained.

BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Sept. 2-13. 

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Matthew J. Shyka to Catherine…

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Governor Janet Mills announced January 6, 2025 that Heather Johnson, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), will step down from her position on March 1…

Catherine Moore Morgan-Standard

Catherine Moore Morgan-Standard, a passionate wife, mother, grandmother, sister, artist, and visionary, passed away on December 20, 2024, in Memphis, Tennessee, at the…

Jeanette E. Palmer

ROCKLAND — Jeanette E. Palmer, 70, passed away at Lahey Clinic Hospital in Burlington, Massachusetts on Thursday, January 2, 2025, with her family by her side after a brief illness.    

Elisif Bruun

For Damariscotta artist Peter Bruun, surviving the pain of losing his 24-year-old daughter to a heroin overdose started with breaking taboos. 

“When Elisif was struggling it was hard to…

Sheriff Todd Brackett, seated, sought commissioner approval Jan. 7 on shellfish and animal control contract renewals. Standing is Chief Deputy Rand Maker. BILL PEARSON/Boothbay Register

In 2022, four Midcoast counties began considering how more collaboration may stretch tax dollars farther. Prosecutorial District VI includes Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Waldo and Knox counties, and…

Marshall A. Harriman

WALDO — Marshall A. Harriman, 78 of Waldo, Maine passed away January 3, 2025. He was born August 5, 1946 to Lloyd Harriman and Winifred (Foy) Harriman…

Maine State Police

The Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit Central have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of 34-year-old William “Nate” Robinson of Austinville, Virginia, whose body was discovered…

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SEARSPORT — Ronald I. Moulton Sr., 85, of Searsport, passed away on January 6, 2025. 

A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025,…

Harris Evans Pendleton

ISLESBORO — Harris Evans Pendleton, 88, of Islesboro, passed away on December 31, 2024. Born on August 6, 1936, in Belfast, Maine, to Lloyd T. and Lydia T. Pendleton, Harris was raised on…

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Paul Moody, 75, passed away on December 29, in Belfast.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memories…

Lyndon “Buddy” Lawson

WALDOBORO — Lyndon “Buddy” Lawson, 89, of Waldoboro, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024. Born on September 13, 1935, in Waldoboro, Buddy was the son of the late Tom and Elsie Howard Lawson…

Gregory T. Adams

ROCKLAND — Gregory T. Adams, 78, died peacefully, following a long battle with Muscular Dystrophy, Friday, December 27, 2024 at Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport. Born in Abington, Pennsylvania,…

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BELFAST — The Belfast City Council will meet for its regular meeting Tuesday, Jan. 7, to address agenda topics including: transitional housing, updated rental…

Kenneth A. Stover

BRIDGTON — Kenneth A. Stover, 56, formerly of Belfast, died at his home on October 6, 2024. Born in Belfast on October 6, 1968 to his loving parents, Robert and Nancy Stover. He was a graduate of…

Deborah Marie (McGonagle) Donnelly

ROCKLAND — Deborah Marie (McGonagle) Donnelly passed away on December 28, 2024 after a brief illness at the age of 67.

Deb was born and raised in Reading, Massachusetts and went to college…

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ROCKLAND — AIO is offering a Daytime Warming Center on their property every day, Monday - Friday, from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., through Jan. 17, 2025.

AIO's original building, at 70 Thomaston St.,…

Michelle Lynn Young-Archer

BELFAST — Michelle Lynn Young-Archer, 59, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2024. She was born on February 7, 1965 in Albany, New York.

Daniel Wade Chambers

FRIENDSHIP — It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Wade Chambers, aged 68, on December 31, 2024, at Lincoln Health – Miles Campus in Damariscotta.

He was born on…

Estelle C. Ames

CUSHING — Estelle C. Ames, 98, of Cushing, died Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Windward Gardens.

Estelle was born December 12, 1926, in Thomaston, Maine, the daughter of Elmer and Rachel (…

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ROCKLAND — A celebration of life for Estelle Rackliff, 69, who passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024, will be held Sunday, January 19, at 1 p.m., 2025, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church,…

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BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Dec. 27 - Jan. 2. 

Devon Pierce, 33, of Newport, probation violation in Monroe Jan. 5, 2022,…

Camden National Bank

Camden National Corporation, the bank holding company for Camden National Bank (NASDAQ: CAC), announced Jan. 2 its merger with Northway Financial, Inc., the parent company of Northway…