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Middle school students explore careers, financial literacy
Troy Howard Middle School students recently participated in an all-day Junior Achievement program called “JA: It’s My Future.” More than 200 students learned about entrepreneurial skills, personal...
View ArticleBurnham store burglar pleads guilty, gets two months in jail
A Fairfield man involved in the late-night burglary of a Burnham convenience store will serve 60 days in jail and pay more than $1,000 in restitution. John Michael Ryan, 19, was one of five people...
View ArticleDistrict, teachers await fact-finding date to resolve contract issues
Regional School Unit 22 officials are awaiting a date to proceed to fact-finding in order to resolve contract negotiations between the district and its teachers. Assistant Superintendent Genest Emil...
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River traveller envisions campsites along Penobscot canoe and kayak trail
A local man is hoping to establish a canoe and kayak trail that begins in Medway and concludes in Penobscot Bay. David Thanhauser admits he is not the first to come up with the idea but said “a lot of...
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Firefighters burn Route 1 house as training exercise
Drivers on Route 1 came upon an unexpected diversion the morning of April 30 as firefighters from Lincolnville and Northport, as well as other emergency responders, burned down a house. The house,...
View ArticleWaldo County Registry of Deeds
The following deed transfers were recorded at Waldo County Registry of Deeds between April 22 and April 28: Belfast: Therese M. Drapach Living Trust to Rachel J. Beckford Walter J. Boguslawski and...
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Effort under way to restore Harbor Muses
Most of the original seven sentinels known locally as the Harbor Muses have disappeared in the 15 years since they were placed, and Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce has begun fundraising efforts to...
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Former Unity man dies two days after wife, leaving six children
Toby Norsworthy died of a broken heart. That’s what family and friends are saying this week after Norsworthy, 38, who grew up in Unity, died April 24, less than 48 hours after his wife, Jennifer, 40,...
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Truck crashes through fuel pumps, driver injured
Police are investigating a crash at Circle K in Liberty after a box truck struck a utility pole and then plowed through fuel pumps at the store early in the morning of May 3. The crash was reported at...
View ArticleHealth insurance savings allow RSU 22 to decrease local assessments
District officials in Regional School Unit 22 received some good news when they learned health insurance premiums will not increase as expected, which results in reduced town assessments. A previous...
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Belfast police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Belfast Police Department reported the following recent activity: May 1 Christopher M. Jacobs, 30, of Belfast, violating conditions of release; arrested for domestic...
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Broadreach out, Head Start in as RSU 3's pre-K provider
Regional School Unit 3 is partnering with Waldo Community Action Partners Head Start program to provide pre-kindergarten services because an increase in the cost of the program offered by Broadreach...
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Searsport police blotter
Law enforcement officials with Searsport Police Department reported the following recent activity. May 1 John Tabor, 48, of Knox, inspection sticker violation. April 23 Janet A. Schmidt, 36, of...
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Lake Warden's report
It's that time of year again — the weather is warming up and the buds on the trees are getting bigger every day and soon will turn in to bright green leaves, but unfortunately this means bugs as well....
View ArticleClass size, course offerings subject of debate in RSU 20
Regional School Unit 20 directors sparred over whether officials should consider cutting sections of classes at the high school that have low student enrollment, prompting concerns from some that...
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Belfast Breeze Inn welcomes new chef
Italian-style seafood will be on the menu at Belfast Breeze Inn, as John Conte takes over the kitchen. Conte is previously known for his unique personal touches, such as Pyrex serving/dinner dishes,...
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Posted: Belfast rail trail closed; city pushes to open by summer
Dan Harriman trims posts for a section of railing on the Passy Rail Trail in Belfast May 3. The city has closed the trail for several weeks to put finishing touches in place, including a stone dust...
View ArticleWaldo County Unified Courts closed cases
The following cases were closed in Waldo County criminal courts between the dates of April 22 and April 28: Fifth District Court: Gabriel Piszcz, 29, of South Portland, operating under the influence...
View ArticleGeorges River Energy, CMP dispute charges related to biomass plant
A proposed biomass plant to be sited on a portion of the Robbins Lumber sawmill property could be jeopardized by fees assessed by Central Maine Power Co. to connect the facility to the electrical...
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Waldo County Sheriff's blotter
Law enforcement officials with Waldo County Sheriff's Office reported the following recent activity: April 29 Deputy Darrin Moody responded to a two-vehicle crash on Augusta Road in Belmont at 2:35...
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