The world lost one of the good guys on Monday, November 25, 2024, with the passing of David A. Shields. “Doc”, as he was called by his beloved wife of 44 years, and “Tata” to his grandchildren,…
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Daniel S. Clarke’s death marks the end of an era for many of the people who knew him. He died unexpectedly on Friday morning, November 22, 2024. The truck…
THOMASTON — The underground work preceding construction at 198 New County Road, in Thomaston, has begun, more than two years after contractors initially proposed their project to the Town.
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part of larger North American expansion
Heidelberg Materials North America, a division of the German company Heidelberg Materials, has entered a purchase agreement to acquire Giant Cement Holding, Inc., and its subsidiaries, Giant…
Annual Beach Bonfire, Dec. 7, with Santa
Sometimes tasks get passed down within families. Traditions. Jobs. The recipe for that special corn pudding that Grandma always made gets taught to a grandson, who will then be tasked with…
Wreaths Across America convoy will not be coming through the Midcoast this year, but residents who are willing to hop into their cars can…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Nov. 25-29.…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 22-26.
Daniel R. Therrien, 38, of Belfast, probation violation in Belfast Nov. 16, 2021,…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 7-26.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…
DAMARISCOTTA — Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is a significant step closer to bringing the community’s vision of a fully accessible, mile-long trail connecting…
ROCKLAND — Kim “Mac” Irwin McFarland went home to his Lord and Savior while surrounded by family on November 28, 2024.
Born in Kansas City, Missouri, November 12, 1951, Mac was the son of…
BELFAST — The following indictments were handed up by a Waldo County Grand Jury Nov. 21-22.
Matthew D. Hogan, 32, of Searsport, domestic violence assault in Belfast…
THOMASTON — Alton E. Foster Jr., 95, of Thomaston, passed away on November 27, 2024, at Windward Gardens in Camden. He was born on May 22, 1929, to parents Alton E. Foster Sr. and Nancy L. (Moore…
The story of Maine's native wild turkeys is one of triumphant recovery following extirpation in the early 1800s. We are thankful for successful…
Maine-grown Christmas Trees and Wreaths Generate $18 Million in Annual Economic Impact
Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed Friday, November 29, 2024, as "Maine Grown Christmas Tree Day" to honor the valuable contributions of Maine's Christmas tree and…
ROCKLAND — Eileen Marie (Hare) Nuppula, 77, died peacefully, Friday, November 22, 2024, at Breakwater Commons. A dedicated teacher and avid gardener, she was talented in many things and…
WARREN — Wesley R. Hooper, Sr., 63, died peacefully, yet unexpectedly in his sleep, Friday, November 22, 2024.
Born in Rockland, November 11, 1961, he was the son of Donald and Geraldine…
POSTPONED: The Grand Opening of Congress Square Commons scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, has been postponed.
The new date for the Grand Opening will be…
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's Land for Maine's Future Program announced its next call for Conservation and Recreation proposals. The latest requests are for Projects…
'most significant step to date in efforts to preserve Maine’s beloved area code'
The Maine Public Utilities Commission said Nov. 25 that it approved large-scale rate center consolidation of Maine’s largest telecommunications provider, Consolidated Communications…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Aug. 12-16.
Belfast
Janet A. Kimball Est. to…
BELFAST — Brian George Ross, 75, of Belfast, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 23, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends. …
Fast growing sector: working class people age 19-49
ROCKLAND—Alan Kearl, the executive director of AIO Food Pantry and Energy Assistance, has only been in his position for 15 months after formerly serving as a volunteer. In that time, he has seen…
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court.
Jennifer A. Averill, of Searsmont, and Thomas J. Averill, of Searsport, were…
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 15-21.
Desiree V. Gerrior, 43, of Brooks, probation violation in Belfast July 18, 2020,…
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 5-20.
An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent…
FRIENDSHIP — Sigrun ‘Sigi’ Thissell, 81, of Friendship, passed away from Alzheimer’s disease with loving family by her side on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Breakwater Commons in Rockland.
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ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County…
And so we come to Thanksgiving. The American Holiday celebrated on the final Thursday of November, since President Abraham Lincoln declared it a national holiday in 1863. A time for people…
ROCKPORT and BELFAST — In observance of Thanksgiving 2024, MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals announce the following adjusted holiday hours:
All physician practices, including walk-…
ROCKLAND — James Michael Price, 71, died at home in Rockland, Sunday, November 17, 2024.
Born in Skowhegan, March 21, 1953, he was the son of Charles and Madelyn Whipple Price. He graduated…
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…
fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, guns
CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE — A Belfast man was arrested in a multi-state drug trafficking ring, which utilized social media messaging apps to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine, and…
PORTLAND — Michael Sutherland Will, 81, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Maine Medical Center in Portland after a brief illness.
Michael was born December 2, 1942 in Rochester…
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Aug. 5-9.
Belfast
Sarah E. Lawler to April R.…
DEA held the 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 26, collecting 629,953 pounds of unneeded medications at collection sites across the country.
In Maine, 27 agencies…
Two Midcoast businesses have been selected for matching-fund assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development's …
Application appears to call for Dollar General to replace wooded lot
A new retail development is in the planning stages for Washington. Gorrill Palmer, an engineering firm based in South Portland, has submitted…
CONROE, Texas — George Dwayne Parks, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, storyteller, and humorist, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024, in Conroe, Texas, at…
And Anodyne Book Shop moves down the road
SEARSPORT—After two years, the $17.8 million road construction though downtown Searsport finally concluded in September to the relief of locals and business owners. And now there's more reason to…
The Thomaston Select Board released the following letter after the resignation of Anthony Leo last week from his brief reinstatement as the town's Fire and EMS chief.
Leo, who had…
Bucking convention with new business
Two local women are at full throttle in establishing their new venture, FlatWear Clothing, a line of fashion created in Camden, and…
CAMDEN — Merilyn Drinkwater Littlefield, 77, of Camden, Maine, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, in Rockport after a brief illness.
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ROCKLAND – The following cases were closed in Knox County Unified Court from Nov. 4-15.
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Much of Downtown Main Street in Rockland and points south fell into darkness for approximately 40 minutes, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024. However, the cause was not due to any Rockland incident.
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supporting state workforce needs while also advancing the System’s goal of doubling its output of engineering and computing graduates
ORONO — Consistent with a commitment to grow Maine’s engineering and computing workforce and overall economy, University of Maine System (UMS) Trustees approved…
ROCKLAND - The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County…
THOMASTON — Sarah J. “Sally” Jarossi, 90, of Thomaston, passed away peacefully with her husband of sixty years by her side on November 16 at her home after a six-year battle with Alzheimer’s.…
The 'Hunger Hill' author's tips on plot, character, Maine, and AI
For National November Writing Month, we turn to Philip C. Baker, author of Hunger Hill, a crime thriller set in Maine.…
