Belfast looks to establish Foreign Trade Zones to benefit area businesses
Belfast's economic development director discussed the possibility of bringing an underused and poorly marketed business incentive to the city. Speaking to councilors Tuesday, Dec. 3, Thomas Kittredge,...
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Sheriff's deputies respond to single-vehicle crashes in Winterport, Unity
A Frankfort teenager avoided serious injury after her vehicle rolled over while she was driving on Coles Corner Road in Winterport the evening of Sunday, Dec. 8. Chief Deputy Jeff Trafton of the Waldo...
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Burnham man arrested on warrant for charges related to October theft
A Burnham man was arrested on a warrant for multiple charges related to the theft of a battery from a wood-processing machine in Unity in October. Chief Deputy Jeff Trafton of the Waldo County...
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Former treasurer admits taking money from town, pays restitution in full
A former treasurer for the Town of Troy who was accused of stealing thousands of dollars from the town between the dates of July 1, 2012, and March 31 of this year pleaded guilty to the resulting...
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Selectmen raise harbor fees, approve grant application
Selectmen agreed to apply for a state matching grant to fund harbor improvements and raised harbor fees by 10 percent for 2014 when they met Monday, Dec. 9. The Board directed Town Administrator David...
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'Miracle on Mortland Road' brings Santa by horse-drawn wagon
Families braved cold temperatures and biting winds to await Santa's arrival by horse-drawn wagon at Searsport Elementary School Sunday, Dec. 8. Santa's visit included photo opportunities with the man...
View ArticlePerez named instructor of conservation law enforcement at Unity College
One of the premier conservation law enforcement programs in the United States has announced a new faculty appointment. Lori Perez has been named an instructor of conservation law enforcement at Unity...
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Stockton Springs brothers arrested on drug trafficking charges
Two men from Stockton Springs were arrested as part of two-year investigation by the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency into the sale of Oxycodone in Hancock County. Public Safety Spokesman Steve...
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Searsport Elementary students entertain parents, staff during sing-along concert
Students at Searsport Elementary School serenaded staff and parents during a sing-along concert Thursday, Dec. 5. Each class wrote a song to perform during the concert with help from local musician...
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Many hands make holiday memories for local families
Nearly three decades ago, Paul Garelli was touched when he saw one of his neighbors, who was a single mom on a limited income, wrapping Christmas gifts for small children in her kitchen. What struck...
View ArticleUnity College to host Maine’s largest environmental career fair on Feb. 5
An annual tradition of connecting employers with job seekers looking for work in the growing “green” job market will once again take place at Unity College. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, Unity College Career...
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Board wants more data on plans, some directors leery of committing to school...
After nearly two hours of debate about how to proceed with either of the seven proposed school consolidation concepts, or whether to proceed at all, the board agreed to ask the superintendent to...
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Think tank talks options for reorganizing RSU 20
Representatives from seven of the eights towns in Regional School Unit 20 met in Belfast City Hall to discuss what is and is not working in the district, as well as the potential impact of withdrawal...
View ArticleGrindle Point parking ban in effect Dec. 14-15
A parking ban will be in effect in the Grindle Point lot from from 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 14 until 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 15. Parking is banned in the center parking spaces.
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No charges to be filed against student who brought small knife to Troy Howard...
Police responded to Troy Howard Middle School the morning of Friday, Dec. 13, for a report of a student who had a knife that he refused to give to staff. Belfast Police Chief Mike McFadden said the...
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Annual Silver Tea event raises money for local hospital
The annual Silver Tea, sponsored by the Waldo County General Hospital Aid, was held Dec. 4 at the home of Tom and Alicia Stevenson, 58 Church Street, Belfast. The public enjoyed touring the...
View ArticleCity Council agenda: Dec. 17
Public hearing #1 In accordance with Title 30-A M.R.S.S. Subsection 3961 a public hearing will be held on Dec. 17, 2013, at 7 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the council chambers of Belfast...
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Unity College holds celebration for December graduate candidates
At the end of each fall semester Unity College holds a ceremony to honor students who have completed the requirements to receive their degree. On Friday, Dec. 13, Unity College celebrated the...
View ArticleSwanville rescheduling withdrawal vote
A referendum vote set for Tuesday, Dec. 17, asking residents in Swanville if they want to pursue withdrawal from Regional School Unit 20 is being rescheduled for an undetermined date. Town officials...
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Winslow woman summoned on multiple charges related to Dec. 3 crash
A Winslow woman was summoned on multiple charges after she crashed her vehicle while driving on Route 137 during the early morning hours of Dec. 3. Chief Deputy Jeff Trafton of the Waldo County...
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