Nonprofit group seeks to build multi-purpose building at Mt. View Complex
A nonprofit group will seek approval from the Regional School Unit 3 board for a conceptual plan to construct a multi-purpose building on the grounds of the Mount View Complex. Superintendent Heather...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between Oct. 16 and Oct. 22: Searsmont: Gerry Atwell and Lynda A. Atwell to Sarah E. Tompkins and Hubert J. McCabe...
View ArticleFifth District Court
The following cases were closed at Fifth District Court in Belfast between Oct. 16 and Oct 22: Natalie C. Bowden, 24, of Belfast, domestic violence assault, jury trial. Allen L. Fogg, 25, of...
View ArticleFormer Moss building eyed as location for new church
Members of the Belfast Planning Board signed off on a plan to allow a church to be established in the former Moss Inc. building. Bruce Cummings, who is the pastor of the non-denominational The Rock...
View ArticleNonprofit group seeks to build multipurpose building at Mt. View Complex
A nonprofit group will seek approval from the Regional School Unit 3 board for a conceptual plan to construct a multipurpose building on the grounds of the Mount View Complex. Superintendent Heather...
View ArticleTwo vehicles totaled after collision on Route 1
A crash on Route 1 in Searsport the morning of Oct. 27 totaled the two vehicles involved, but both drivers avoided serious injury. Searsport Police Chief Dick LaHaye said David Dawson, 46, of Prospect...
View ArticleStudents, staff sport mismatched socks for anti-bullying initiative
Students and staff at Mount View High School donned mismatched socks Oct. 24 to take a stand against bullying. As part of the Million Misfit Sock March 2014, students and staff at MVHS were encouraged...
View ArticleBelfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity. Oct. 27 Andrew Clark, 27, of Belfast, terrorizing. Oct. 25 Michael Opdyke, 45, of Belfast, inspection...
View ArticleDrivers avoid injury in Swan Lake Avenue crash
The drivers involved in a two-vehicle crash on Swan Lake Avenue in Swanville the evening of Oct. 20 avoided any injuries. Deputy Daniel Thompson of Waldo County Sheriff's Office responded to the...
View ArticlePolice investigating theft, vandalism at Gibbs Auto and Muffler
Police are investigating the theft of rims and tires, as well as damage to multiple vehicles with smashed windows at Gibbs Auto and Muffler. Detective Sgt. Bryan Cunningham of Belfast Police...
View ArticleZoning ordinance amendments adopted for area inside bypass
The City Council adopted amendments to zoning ordinances for the downtown commercial district Oct. 21, wrapping up many years of developing and codifying the Future Land Use Plan for the area inside...
View ArticleTrustworthy Hardware, CMP to remediate contaminated downtown property
A large property on Washington Street has been found to be significantly contaminated with coal tar residue and former owner Central Maine Power Co. will assist with the cleanup. The property includes...
View ArticleSewer rates to increase due to declining usage, revenue
The City Council Oct. 21 approved sewer rate increases of 7 percent in 2015 and 7 percent in 2016 to make up for budget shortfalls during the past three years because of declining use and revenue....
View ArticleNew Meadow Brook Preserve trail opens in Swanville
Coastal Mountains Land Trust and the Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition will co-host a trail opening and walk on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the new Hauk-Fry Tract of the Meadow Brook Preserve...
View ArticleOnline poll: What political race or issue drew you to the polls?
This week, readers are being asked what political race or issue drew them to the polls. Last week's poll question asked about negative campaign advertisements. Nearly 90 percent of those who responded...
View ArticleWaldo County honors Spirit of America award winners for their volunteer efforts
The Waldo County Commissioners presented Maine Spirit of America Foundation Tributes to individuals and groups from 16 municipalities, recognizing their outstanding community service. The county of...
View ArticleWaldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity. Oct. 27 Stephen A. Smith, 27, of Brooks, arrested for tampering with a victim; violation of a...
View ArticleFront Street Shipyard selected to receive $10 million USDA loan
Front Street Shipyard has been selected to receive a $10 million Business and Industry Guaranteed Loan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support its boat construction and marina operations....
View ArticleTheft investigation results in arrest of Monroe man, girlfriend
State police arrested a Monroe man for allegedly stealing numerous items from his former employer in Lincolnville. Ryan Weaver, 32, was charged with felony receiving stolen property and possessing...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between Oct. 23 and Oct. 30: Freedom Susan M. Leeman Living Trust to Trevor M. Ripley Troy Peter Andrew Sneed Estate to...
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