Local organization looks to partner with Searsport to promote economic...
A organization created for the purpose of promoting and enhancing the area of the Midcoast between East Belfast and Penobscot Narrows Bridge discussed ways to stimulate more economic growth in the...
View ArticleWaldo County Superior Court
The following cases were closed at Waldo County Superior Court between and Nov. 13 and Nov. 19: Christopher Sudsbury, 44, of Belfast, aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, $400 fine.
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Monroe marijuana patriarch sentenced to 10 years in prison
The Monroe man convicted of operating a large-scale marijuana facility at his home was sentenced to 10 years in prison and eight years of supervised release. James F. Ford, 59, was sentenced in U.S....
View ArticleFifth District Court
The following cases were closed at Fifth District Court in Belfast between Nov. 13 and Nov. 19: Kyle John Anderson, 21, operating under the influence (alcohol), $500 fine, 48 hours in Waldo County...
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Alleged drunken driver destroys well, totals vehicle
Police summoned a Florida man for driving drunk after he allegedly smashed his vehicle into a well on Head of Tide Road shortly after midnight Nov. 21. Belfast Police Chief Mike McFadden said Anthony...
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Driver partially ejected after striking tree, rolling vehicle
A Searsport man was hospitalized after he was partially ejected from his vehicle after sideswiping a tree in Frankfort and rolling his truck. Christopher M. King, 27, of Searsport, was driving south...
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Linda Bean donates $3 million to LifeFlight
Linda Bean’s Maine Lobster pledged $3 million to LifeFlight’s campaign for a third helicopter at a ceremony in front of more than 100 supporters in Port Clyde Nov. 20. The Port Clyde- and...
View ArticleCity to remove trees, vegetation growing into required airspace clearance...
The city is beginning a process to remove vegetation — including some trees on private property — growing into airspace in violation of federal clearance requirements for the existing runway at the...
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Alleged assault, threats lands Swanville man in jail
A Swanville man was arrested after he allegedly threw his girlfriend on the floor and threatened to beat her up. Deputies from the Waldo County Sheriff's Office arrested Jason Young, 41, and charged...
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Troy woman charged for striking husband with vehicle, driving drunk
Police arrested a Troy woman after she allegedly struck her husband with a vehicle before driving away drunk the evening of Nov. 22. Chief Deputy Jeff Trafton of Waldo County Sheriff's Office said the...
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Main Street park needs a name
Councilors put off choosing a name for a green space on Main Street, which Our Town Belfast is developing into a small park, to give the public more of a chance to submit suggestions. The council...
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity. Nov. 23 Benjamin Feeney, 30, of Waldo, arrested for operating under the influence. Nov. 22 Keith N....
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athenahealth gets preliminary approval to turn warehouse into office space
Plans submitted by athenahealth to renovate an existing warehouse on its campus into office space received preliminary Planning Board approval. The company is seeking an amendment to its site plan and...
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State cautions holiday travelers
With a major snow storm forecast on one of the busiest travel days of the year, State Police are urging drivers to have themselves and their vehicles ready for the winter season. The Chief of the...
View ArticleEye on our legislators
U.S. House On Nov. 14, U.S. Rep. Michael Michaud (D-Maine) voted against passage of HR 5682 "To Approve the Keystone XL Pipeline." The bill passed the House with a vote of 252-161. On Nov. 18, Rep....
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity. Nov. 22 Jessica L. Reynolds, 36, of Troy, arrested for operating under the influence; domestic...
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Ransom Consulting hired to oversee cleanup of Maskers Theater property
The city approved Ransom Consulting to serve as the environmental consultant overseeing cleanup of the former Maskers Theater property located at 45 Front St. Ransom Consulting will work with the...
View ArticleOnline poll: When do you begin decorating for the holidays?
Last week, readers were asked about Black Friday shopping habits. Of 94 responses, 82 people said there is "no way" they would shop the day after Thanksgiving. This week's question asks readers when...
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Belfast Police Department looking to fill crossing guard position
The Belfast Police Department is looking to fill an available crossing guard position. Belfast Police Chief Mike McFadden said the position pays $10.21 per hour and the shift runs from 7:30 a.m. to...
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Community, convenience bring many to public Thanksgiving Day potluck
An hour before guests were to arrive, Arthur Richardson was busy coordinating the last of the preparations for a large community Thanksgiving dinner. Two turkeys — donated from the Belfast Co-op and...
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