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Searsport police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Searsport Police Department reported the following recent activity. Feb. 12 Mark E. James, 44, of Searsport, violating conditions of release. Feb. 7 Ricky L. Robbins,...
View ArticleWaldo County Criminal Docket
The following cases were closed in Waldo County criminal courts between Feb. 5 and Feb. 11: Fifth District Court: Gregory A. Packard Jr., 41, of Troy, violating condition of release, $100 fine; theft...
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Belfast Chamber director announces departure
Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Karen Brezsnyak announced Feb. 18 she is vacating her position and plans to move to Florida. Brezsnyak authored a letter included in the weekly...
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Clammers and wormers face off over declining resource
In response to what clammers are calling a “near-collapse” of their fishery on the St. George River estuary, five towns on the river, along with five towns near Brunswick, are pushing for state...
View ArticleState to implement new accessible voting devices in June
The state of Maine will begin using new ballot-marking devices in the upcoming elections that will improve the experience for voters with disabilities. Following an in-depth bidding and review...
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City borrows $2.15 million, prepares to rebuild Front Street
The city will borrow more than $2 million to cover its share of three grant-funded projects in the downtown and waterfront areas. Officials hope the the work, including a major overhaul of Front...
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Alleged drunken driver arrested after nearly causing Route 1 crash
Police arrested a Verona Island man who allegedly was driving with a blood alcohol content almost twice the legal limit late in the afternoon of Feb. 18. Belfast Police Department received a call...
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Dog helps family escape early morning fire
An early morning fire destroyed a home on Gordon Hill Road but all of the occupants were able to safely escape. Thorndike Fire Department Capt. Henry Chaffee said his department was called to 96...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between Feb. 12 and Feb. 19: Belfast: Swett Family Trust to Jane E. Raymond and Ronald D. Raymond Burnham: Robert E. Raven...
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Brooks man threatens victim with handgun during argument
Police charged a Brooks man following a domestic violence incident during which he allegedly pointed a gun at a woman and threatened to hurt her and himself. On Feb. 17 at 7:50 p.m., a third party...
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Former Mathews Bros. showroom eyed for indoor farmers market
Belfast Planning Board members voiced support for a proposal to establish a year-round indoor farmers market in the former Mathews Brothers showroom on Spring Street. Applicant Paul Naron said he will...
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Quick response minimizes fire damage in Lincolnville
A passerby's quick thinking and the rapid response of the town's fire department kept a chimney fire from spreading Feb. 22. Lincolnville Fire Department responded to a chimney fire around 12:45 p.m....
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity: Feb. 20 Christopher M. Hebert, 38, of Belmont, arrested for disorderly conduct; refusing to submit to...
View ArticleConcerns surface regarding legal advice
A motel owner continues to plead his case for a permit amendment for a nearby business he says deceived the town. Jay Economy, who owns Yardarm Motel, told Planning Board members Feb. 15 he is very...
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Combative Belmont man charged with disorderly, threatening behavior
Police hauled a Belmont man out of a local restaurant after he became unruly while being interviewed about an alleged assault. Shortly after 11 p.m. Feb. 20, Belfast Police Sgt. Brian Lunt and Officer...
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Rash of phone scams reported in Searsport
Searsport Police Department is warning residents to be wary after reports of recent phone scams surfaced in town. Police Chief Dick LaHaye said a resident contacted authorities Feb. 18 after receiving...
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Speeding leads to drunken driving charges for Stockton Springs man
A vehicle allegedly traveling about 80 mph on High Street attracted police attention and ended in numerous charges for a Stockton Springs man Feb. 19. Belfast Police Officer Lewis Dyer IV was...
View ArticleParty caucuses to be held March 5-6
Maine party caucuses to choose presidential nominees will be held the weekend of March 5-6. Knox County Republicans The Republican caucus for all Knox County municipalities will be held Saturday,...
View ArticleWaldo County criminal docket
The following cases were closed in Waldo County Criminal Courts between Feb. 12 and Feb. 18: Waldo County Superior Court: Hope Ronco, 38, of Newburgh, theft by unauthorized taking or transfer,...
View ArticleWaldo County divorces
The following divorces were recorded at Fifth District Court between the dates of Jan. 4 and Feb. 11 on the grounds of irreconcilable differences: Christopher Joel Ingram and Geneva Lynn Webb, married...
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