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City looks to revise maximum heights for buildings in Downtown Commercial zone
City Councilors reviewed a revised maximum height map for the Downtown Commercial zoning district that will go to a public hearing Oct. 21. Belfast Planning Board members recommended to the City...
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'Car-crazy' collector talks about the hobby of a lifetime
Rosey Gerry bought his first car, a 1949 Buick convertible, at the age of 8 with deposit money from beer bottles he had collected along the roads of Lincolnville. “I've been car-crazy my whole life,”...
View ArticleFifth District Court
The following cases were closed at Fifth District Court in Belfast between Oct. 2 and Oct 8: Brian A. Bailey, 39, of North Billerica, Mass., operating without safety equipment, $100 fine. Joel Berry,...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between Oct. 2 and Oct. 8: Belfast: Constance Renee Ouellette to Lawrence R. Brownell Sr. and Maxine A. Brownell...
View ArticleWaldo County Superior Court
The following cases were closed at Waldo County Superior Court between Oct. 2 and Oct 8: Devon S. Aldus, 19, of Searsmont, domestic violence, reckless conduct, Department of Corrections four years,...
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Progress continues on Passy Rail Trail as officials approve upgrades to trestle
In anticipation of more activity along the Passy Rail Trail following removal of portions of the track along the two-mile corridor, city officials approved a temporary measure to improve a trestle...
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Fuel availability in limbo at Belfast airport after departure of Maine Scenic...
City Councilors took no action action during an Oct. 7 meeting regarding the purchase of a fuel tank from the Belfast Municipal Airport’s fixed base operator, who will be leaving next month. The...
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Arrest warrant issued for third suspect in Winterport medical marijuana theft
Maine State Police have issued a warrant and continue to search for the third suspect allegedly involved in the theft of medical marijuana in Winterport last week. In a news release issued Oct. 8,...
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City proposes three maximum heights for Downtown Commercial zone buildings
City Councilors reviewed a revised maximum height map for the Downtown Commercial zoning district that will go to a public hearing Oct. 21. Belfast Planning Board members recommended to the City...
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Progress continues on Passy Rail Trail as officials approve trestle upgrades
Anticipating more activity along the Passy Rail Trail following removal of portions of the track, city officials approved a temporary measure to improve a trestle that crosses the Passagassawakeag...
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Mount View High School hosts College Application Night
Guidance counselors at Mount View High School hosted a College Application Night for junior and senior students, as well as parents, Oct. 8. The event kicked off with a presentation and pizza at 6...
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with the Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity. Oct. 9 Nicholas Moll, 31, of Waldo, violating conditions of release. Shannon M. Kirk, age unknown,...
View ArticleHilda Leeman awarded Palermo’s Boston Post Cane
Hilda Leeman of Palermo received the historic Boston Post Cane Saturday, Oct. 3, for being the oldest resident of Palermo. The award was presented by Dean Potter, Cheryl York and Holly Harman, members...
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Liberty man brews passion for handcrafted beers
With an eye toward brewing and distributing “everyday, drinkable beers” Liberty Craft Brewing founder Guy Hews is looking to make a splash with his handcrafted beverages. Hews, a civil engineer for...
View ArticleLiberty company seeks to install solar power on Belfast Fire Station roof
City officials received authorization to move forward with plans to install a solar panel array on the roof of the Belfast Fire Station. The solar power system will be installed by ReVision Energy of...
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City considers Belfast Boathouse rental fees, event parking on Front Street
City councilors tackled a number of topics regarding use of the Belfast Boathouse and Steamboat Landing for events during a meeting Oct. 7. In 2013, the city adopted new rules and rates for use of the...
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with the Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity. Oct. 13 Ashley M. Moeller, 21, of Hobart, N.Y., alleged speed 72 mph in a 50 mph zone. Oct. 12...
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RSU 20 directors OK proficiency-based diploma extension for BAHS
Regional School Unit 20 directors approved a one-year extension for Belfast Area High School to issue proficiency-based diplomas. Stephen Fitzpatrick, BAHS principal, went before the RSU 20 board...
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Belfast police seeking public's help with burglary investigation
The Belfast Police Department is asking for the public's help regarding an investigation into a residential burglary on Route 52. Detective Sgt. Bryan Cunningham stated in a news release the burglary...
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