Waldo County divorces
The following divorces were recorded at Fifth District Court between the dates of Oct. 8 and Dec. 3 on the grounds of irreconcilable differences: Colleen Walker and David A. Walker, married Oct. 11,...
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Menorah makes debut Dec. 6; community ceremony marks start of Hanukkah
For the first time, a menorah will join the city's Christmas tree for holiday festivities. A lighting ceremony and celebration will take place at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, the first night of the...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between Nov. 27 and Dec. 3: Belfast: Albert F. Lacivita, Bridget L. Lacivita, Albert F. Lacivita Revocable Living Trust,...
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Driver cut from vehicle after Jeep strikes tree
A driver lost control of his vehicle on frost-covered North Searsport Road in Swanville the morning of Dec. 7 and was taken to Waldo County General Hospital to be treated for his injuries. Shortly...
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Belfast tree lighting
Post Office Square is packed with people on a mild night Dec. 5 for the annual Belfast tree lighting ceremony.
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Wreaths Across America stops in Lincolnville for memorial ceremony
The annual Wreaths Across America convoy from Harrington to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia made a stop at Lincolnville Beach Dec. 6, where memorial wreaths were presented to a color guard on...
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Demolition starts on Washington Street warehouses
As a small crowd watched Monday, the claw of a demolition vehicle gingerly peeled back a sheet of tin roofing from one of several warehouse buildings on Washington Street. Within minutes, it was...
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Police destroy suspicious item found on Islesboro
Officers from multiple law enforcement agencies went to Islesboro Dec. 7 after a strange item was discovered on the island. Ultimately, they destroyed it. At 10:01 a.m., Islesboro Public Safety...
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity: Dec. 4 Terril W. Merrifield, 51, of Belfast, criminal mischief. Aaron M. Krupka, 42, of Belfast,...
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Orland man eludes police during high-speed chase
An Orland man who allegedly eluded police by driving at speeds up to 100 mph faces multiple charges related to the incident. On Dec. 2, Deputy Kevin Littlefield of Waldo County Sheriff's Office was...
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Investigation into gas tank drilling continues
Police are again seeking information related to numerous reports that an individual or individuals are drilling holes into gas tanks around Belfast. Sgt. John Gibbs of Belfast Police Department said...
View ArticleWaldo County Criminal Docket
The following cases were closed in Waldo County Criminal Courts between Nov. 27 and Dec. 3: Fifth District Court: Harold Braley, 44, of Morrill, harassment, dismissed. Waldo Criminal Docket: Johanna...
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CMP scam targets Belfast businesses
A recent scam involving people posing as Central Maine Power representatives has been reported in Belfast. Three Tides and Harborwalk Restaurant reported they received calls from individuals who...
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Troy man in Waterville standoff had financial troubles, left suicide note
A Troy man who sparked a massive police standoff in the heart of the city Monday night was upset, distraught and suicidal but didn’t intend to harm anyone else, according to the chief negotiator who...
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity: Dec. 6 Joseph S. Costigan, 55, of Prospect, assault; violating conditions of release. Deputy Darrin...
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Unity College's transformation under Mulkey, Khoury goes beyond cosmetics
In recent years, Unity College campus has undergone a substantial makeover. Most buildings have been renovated, the cafeteria has been expanded, two new residence halls have been built with a third...
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Islesboro Public Safety blotter
The Islesboro Department of Public Safety reported the following activity from Nov. 24 to Dec. 6. Dec. 6 Public Safety Director Fred Porter conducted a hunting detail at Grindle Point. Dec. 5 Porter...
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A diamond anniversary for Hospital Aid's Silver Tea
Belfast Breeze Inn had no overnight guests Dec. 9 but was far from vacant as the Northport Avenue business opened its doors to Waldo County Hospital Aid's annual Silver Tea fundraiser. The Hospital...
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Santa welcomed to Belfast
Motoring in by boat, Santa Claus was greeted by a crowd gathered at the boat launch Dec. 12 before climbing aboard a horse-drawn wagon to Belfast Boathouse. Santa came to Belfast as one attraction...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of deeds between Dec. 4 and Dec. 10: Belfast: Patricia L. Dirlam and John P. Dirlam to Lise W. Leigh and Gregory R. Biddinger...
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