Legislation aims to dissolve unified jail system
Sheriffs from around the state, including Jeff Trafton of Waldo County, are backing legislation that would dismantle the unified jail system and return control to the counties. The legislation, LD...
View ArticleUnity Barn Raisers seek participants for community solar projects
Community solar power can help residents, businesses, nonprofits and towns reduce their electricity costs, Steve Kahl told interested members of the Unity community Jan. 28. All would benefit from...
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Searsport police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Searsport Police Department reported the following recent activity. Jan. 24 Julie M. Tufts, 52, of Frankfort, failure to register motor vehicle. Jan. 23 Oliver J....
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Winterport man hospitalized after vehicle collides with mail truck
A Winterport man was taken to the hospital after his vehicle struck a mail truck Feb. 3. Deputy Ben Seekins of Waldo County Sheriff's Office responded to the two-vehicle collision on North Main Street...
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Online poll: Extend winter break to decrease use of snow days?
Last week, readers were asked about "Deflategate" and if the Patriots cheated. A large majority said the football team did not cheat. This week, readers are being asked if schools should extend the...
View ArticleCongress passes bills on pipelines, LNG exports, abortion
While Maine's 127th legislature has been getting started referring bills to committees and holding introductory committee meetings, the U.S. Congress passed six bills in roll call votes between Jan....
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Treasurer releases unclaimed property list
In an effort to return missing money to its rightful owner, State Treasurer Terry Hayes is urging Mainers to check the state database for unclaimed property. Every year the treasurer's office releases...
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Mills announces multi-state settlement with S&P over trade practices
Attorney General Janet Mills announced Wednesday, Feb. 4, the largest ever one-time settlement in Maine history. The state of Maine filed papers Wednesday with the Superior Court settling the state’s...
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Small farms 'not only practical, but necessary' for Midcoast's future
Aaron Englander sees the future of Midcoast farms in the resurgence of a trend from the 19th century. Englander, who became farm and programs manager for Erickson Fields Preserve, owned by Maine Coast...
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Winslow man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting student
A former teacher at the Waldo County Technical Center pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a student, but could plead to lesser charges as part of a deferred sentence. Michael Gagnon, 47, of Winslow,...
View ArticleCommunity invited to attend Future RSU 20 meeting
Community members in Searsport and Stockton Springs are encouraged to attend a Focus on the Future meeting Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the Searsport District Middle/High School cafetorium. The meeting will...
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity. Jan. 30 MaryBeth Mosher, 51, of Troy, operating after suspension. Tia Alexander, 21, of Jackson,...
View ArticleSelectmen to discuss limiting non-resident comments
Comments by non-residents at public meetings could be limited, if two Searsport selectmen get their way. During the time allotted for selectmen to share concerns, Jack Merrithew said he would like to...
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Islesboro police investigating theft of diesel fuel, furniture
The Islesboro Department of Public Safety is asking for the public's help with two theft investigations. Senior Officer Fred Porter said 300 gallons of diesel fuel was reported stolen from a business...
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Frankfort woman arrested for OUI after getting vehicle stuck in snowbank
Police charged a Frankfort woman with operating under the influence and violating conditions of release after she was allegedly driving while intoxicated and got her vehicle stuck in a snowbank....
View ArticleWaldo County Education Association-Retired announces scholarship opportunities
The Waldo County Education Association-Retired announces scholarship applications for graduating seniors entering the field of education are now available from high school guidance offices. The...
View ArticleEngineering firms selected for Front Street Reconstruction project
The city has selected an engineering team to begin work on a major project to improve a 2,300-linear-foot section of Front Street. The city and the Water District together issued a request for...
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City authorizes traffic study to address Waldo Avenue speed concerns
City officials authorized the Belfast police chief to send a request to the state for a traffic study to consider reducing the speed limit on Waldo Avenue. Residents who live on Waldo Avenue expressed...
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25th US Toboggan Nationals see wipeouts, winter spirit
Although outdoor temperatures barely reached the 20-degree mark on Saturday, Feb. 7, adventuresome spirits flew high at the 25th annual US Toboggan Nationals at the Camden Snow Bowl. More than 600...
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RSU 3 prepares for possible departure of superintendent
The board of directors for Regional School Unit 3 are making preparations in the event current Superintendent Heather Perry is hired to lead the Gorham School District. Last month, the Gorham School...
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