Waldo County Superior Court
The following cases were closed at Waldo County Superior Court between and Dec. 1 and Dec 10: Jeremy Bennett, 25, of Knox, unlawful trafficking in scheduled drugs, dismissed. James R. Bohan, 54, of...
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Wreaths Across America convoy makes lunch stop in Belfast
A truck convoy for Wreaths Across America carrying its biggest wreath delivery to date made a stop in Belfast Dec. 7 on its way to Arlington Cemetery in Washington, D.C. According to Morrill...
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High school students' test scores improve slightly, but less than half show...
The Maine Department of Education announced juniors in the state slightly improved their scores in math, writing and science on statewide standardized tests, but stated less than half of students are...
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity. Dec. 15 Monica J. Elwell, 35, of Newport, alleged speed 49 mph in a 30 mph zone. Dec. 13 Jeremy M....
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CASS students visit residents at Harbor Hill, Tall Pines
Captain Albert Stevens School students in Beth Meier's third grade class and Stacy Brown Banks' K-1 class visited Harbor Hill and Tall Pines Monday, Dec 15, where they sang carols and passed out...
View ArticleCandidates for five-town district submit papers to appear on ballot
School board candidates in the majority of the five towns that will become a new school district in July 2015 have submitted nomination papers to appear on the January election ballot. There are nine...
View ArticleWaldo County Budget Committee approves $5 million budget for 2015
About 12 firefighters and emergency responders were in the audience at the Waldo County Budget Committee meeting Friday, Dec. 12, at which the committee approved the commissioners' proposed budget...
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Maine Freemasons seek donations for Bikes for Books program
Members of the Maine Freemasons are launching fundraising efforts and will be soliciting donations from area businesses during the coming months as part of a reading incentive program being introduced...
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Online poll: Is your holiday shopping done?
Last week, readers were asked if police should be required to wear body cameras. Of 49 responses, a majority said yes. This week, readers will be asked if their holiday shopping is finished. Loading...
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Candidates share backgrounds, ideas for new Northport School Board
About 20 people gathered in the Edna Drinkwater School gym Monday night to meet candidates for the new Northport school board. Having voted for withdrawal from RSU 20 in November, the town will be...
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Searsport police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Searsport Police Department reported the following recent activity. Dec. 12 Rachael L. Anglin, 33, of Searsport, inspection sticker violation; no proof of insurance;...
View ArticleWeekly heating oil prices
The Governor’s Energy Office conducted its weekly heating fuel price survey Monday, Dec. 15, and found the current statewide average cash price for No. 2 heating oil was $2.86 per gallon, another...
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Two-vehicle crash backs up traffic on Route 1
A two-vehicle crash on Route 1 in Searsport early in the afternoon of Dec. 16 reduced traffic to one lane as emergency personnel worked to clear the scene. Searsport Police Chief Dick LaHaye said...
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Small Frankfort business donates $10,000 for cancer research
In a few short months, Mount Waldo Plastics was able to sell enough pink snow shovels to donate more than $10,000 to Eastern Maine Medical Center's Champion the Cure Challenge. Company owner Michael...
View ArticleBelfast Area High School first quarter honor roll
Grade 9 High honors Amber Beaulieu, Alexander Doyne-Ditmas, Samantha Hills, Emily Jolliffe, Olivia LaRoche, Jacob Racioppi and Kristina Walker. Honors Tyler Bartlett, Grace Bonarrigo, Declan Brinn,...
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A conversation with State Librarian Linda Lord
Linda Lord, a lifelong resident of Brooks, is retiring from her position as Maine state librarian. The Republican Journal met with her in her home on the evening of Thursday, Dec. 11, and spoke with...
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Community members, school officials discuss future of RSU 20
As part of an effort to gather input from community members in Searsport and Stockton Springs regarding the future of education in the district, an informational session Dec. 15 offered an opportunity...
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity. Dec. 13 Thomas Sockbeson, 29, of Old Town, operating after suspension. Dec. 11 Scott S. Swift, 27,...
View ArticleThorndike man completes basic training
Army Pvt. Scott M. Vaillancourt has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Benning, Ga. During the nine-week training period, he received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle...
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Belfast woman arrested for stealing $50 by switching tags
A Belfast woman with prior felony theft convictions was arrested Dec. 17 for attempting to steal $50 of Walmart merchandise by switching price tags. Kara Joy Kenney, 36, was seen switching tags by a...
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