The following divorces were recorded at Fifth District Court between the dates of Oct. 8 and Dec. 3 on the grounds of irreconcilable differences:
Colleen Walker and David A. Walker, married Oct. 11, 2008. Shared parental rights of two minor children, primary residence with David Walker.
Lisa M. Oxton and Wayne M. Oxton Sr., married Apr. 14, 2007. Wife granted right to change name to Lisa M. Murray.
Abraham ...
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Waldo County divorces
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Menorah makes debut Dec. 6; community ceremony marks start of Hanukkah
For the first time, a menorah will join the city's Christmas tree for holiday festivities. A lighting ceremony and celebration will take place at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, the first night of the Jewish observance of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights.
Former Belfast poet laureate Ellen Sander brought the idea to Our Town Belfast in hopes of adding a menorah to the downtown business group's annual holiday decorations...
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Waldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between Nov. 27 and Dec. 3:
Belfast:
Albert F. Lacivita, Bridget L. Lacivita, Albert F. Lacivita Revocable Living Trust, and Bridget L. Revocable Living Trust to Katherine E. Loblein and John D. Gibbs
Barbara Perez Eulogia to Judith A. Mathieu
Joseph Mathieu and Judith Mathieu to John Cronin
Brooks:
Christopher M. Noyes and ...
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Driver cut from vehicle after Jeep strikes tree
A driver lost control of his vehicle on frost-covered North Searsport Road in Swanville the morning of Dec. 7 and was taken to Waldo County General Hospital to be treated for his injuries.
Shortly before 9:30 a.m., Christian Watkins, 23, was traveling north on North Searsport Road in a 1993 Jeep Cherokee when he lost control on the slippery road and struck a tree, according to a news release from Waldo County ...
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Belfast tree lighting
Post Office Square is packed with people on a mild night Dec. 5 for the annual Belfast tree lighting ceremony.
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Wreaths Across America stops in Lincolnville for memorial ceremony
The annual Wreaths Across America convoy from Harrington to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia made a stop at Lincolnville Beach Dec. 6, where memorial wreaths were presented to a color guard on Frohock Bridge.
The American Legion color guard, made up of local veterans representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines, received three wreaths in honor of those lost at sea while ...
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Demolition starts on Washington Street warehouses
As a small crowd watched Monday, the claw of a demolition vehicle gingerly peeled back a sheet of tin roofing from one of several warehouse buildings on Washington Street. Within minutes, it was gouging bigger bites and spitting them out according to materials — wood, steel, hazardous stuff — into a trio of roll-off containers.
Workers from J.M. Brown Construction estimated 10 business days to raze a three-story ...
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Police destroy suspicious item found on Islesboro
Officers from multiple law enforcement agencies went to Islesboro Dec. 7 after a strange item was discovered on the island. Ultimately, they destroyed it.
At 10:01 a.m., Islesboro Public Safety Director Fred Porter went to a residence on West Bay Road after a caller reported seeing a shiny item floating in the water off the shore, according to information Porter provided to local media outlets.
When Porter ...
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity:
Dec. 4
Terril W. Merrifield, 51, of Belfast, criminal mischief.
Aaron M. Krupka, 42, of Belfast, assault.
Dec. 3
Jazman E. Nash, 26, of Belfast, arrested for violating bail conditions.
Dec. 2
Nathanael N. Thomas, 24, of Morrill, no proof of insurance.
Dec. 1
Heather L. Walsh, 34, of Frankfort, inspection sticker ...
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Orland man eludes police during high-speed chase
An Orland man who allegedly eluded police by driving at speeds up to 100 mph faces multiple charges related to the incident.
On Dec. 2, Deputy Kevin Littlefield of Waldo County Sheriff's Office was responding to Winterport to assist Deputy Wiley McVety on a medical call. As he drove into Searsport with lights activated on his cruiser, Littefield came upon a vehicle ahead of him traveling at a high rate of speed, ...
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Investigation into gas tank drilling continues
Police are again seeking information related to numerous reports that an individual or individuals are drilling holes into gas tanks around Belfast.
Sgt. John Gibbs of Belfast Police Department said two vehicles on Lincolnville Avenue and another one parked in the Washington Street lot had their tanks drilled earlier this month. State police also handled a complaint about a gas tank being drilled in Northport on ...
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Waldo County Criminal Docket
The following cases were closed in Waldo County Criminal Courts between Nov. 27 and Dec. 3:
Fifth District Court:
Harold Braley, 44, of Morrill, harassment, dismissed.
Waldo Criminal Docket:
Johanna Ferro, 41, of Belfast, operating while license suspended or revoked, $250 fine.
Sarah A. Fuller, 31, of Brooks, permitting unlawful use, dismissed; possession of marijuana up to 1 ¼ ounces, $400 fine.
Mark ...
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CMP scam targets Belfast businesses
A recent scam involving people posing as Central Maine Power representatives has been reported in Belfast.
Three Tides and Harborwalk Restaurant reported they received calls from individuals who claimed to work for Central Maine Power. The caller threatened to shut off power to the businesses in one hour if they failed to pay money over the phone for an overdue bill.
Central Maine Power does not contact customers ...
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Troy man in Waterville standoff had financial troubles, left suicide note
A Troy man who sparked a massive police standoff in the heart of the city Monday night was upset, distraught and suicidal but didn’t intend to harm anyone else, according to the chief negotiator who brokered his peaceful surrender.
The eight-hour-long standoff unfolded as Gary Cross, 58, sat in and walked around his pickup truck parked at the Waterville Police Department parking lot the evening of Dec. 7, ...
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity:
Dec. 6
Joseph S. Costigan, 55, of Prospect, assault; violating conditions of release.
Deputy Darrin Moody responded to a vehicle-deer crash on Swan Lake Avenue in Monroe. Jameson Harris of Winterport was driving south when a deer ran into the roadway. He was unable to avoid colliding with the animal, which caused ...
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Unity College's transformation under Mulkey, Khoury goes beyond cosmetics
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In recent years, Unity College campus has undergone a substantial makeover. Most buildings have been renovated, the cafeteria has been expanded, two new residence halls have been built with a third scheduled for construction this winter, the gymnasium's R-value (insulation effectiveness) has been improved, new classroom, lab and office spaces are in the works, and surging enrollment has brought a bustling feel to ...
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Islesboro Public Safety blotter
The Islesboro Department of Public Safety reported the following activity from Nov. 24 to Dec. 6.
Dec. 6
Public Safety Director Fred Porter conducted a hunting detail at Grindle Point.
Dec. 5
Porter received a suspicious complaint on West Bay Road.
Officer Nickolas Von Husen conducted a radar detail on Main Road. There were no violations.
Von Husen responded to a complaint on Main Road about deer being shot from ...
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A diamond anniversary for Hospital Aid's Silver Tea
Belfast Breeze Inn had no overnight guests Dec. 9 but was far from vacant as the Northport Avenue business opened its doors to Waldo County Hospital Aid's annual Silver Tea fundraiser.
The Hospital Aid dates to 1901 as an informal organization of local women who mended linens for the hospital, drummed up food for special events, and held fairs, card parties and dances to raise money for medical equipment.
For the ...
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Santa welcomed to Belfast
Motoring in by boat, Santa Claus was greeted by a crowd gathered at the boat launch Dec. 12 before climbing aboard a horse-drawn wagon to Belfast Boathouse.
Santa came to Belfast as one attraction during Holiday on the Harbor, which offered photos with Santa, ornament-making, cookie decorating, games, a balloon artist, snacks and horse-drawn wagon rides. In addition, Cold Comfort Theater presented "The Grouch ...
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Waldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of deeds between Dec. 4 and Dec. 10:
Belfast:
Patricia L. Dirlam and John P. Dirlam to Lise W. Leigh and Gregory R. Biddinger
Geraldine E. Miller to Geraldine E. Miller Living Trust
Brooks:
Ronald R. Ryan to Anders Crosby
Islesboro:
Ian C. Connor and Marina M. Rust to Dhnest LLC
Elnora Inc. to Ada A. Bing Liberson, Joshua A. ...
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