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Last sizeable load of freight leaves Rockland; Days of major railroad traffic comes to an end
ROCKLAND — Could this be the end of rail service in Rockland?. The last sizeable load of freight departed from Rockland’s Round House station Tuesday, June 11, with an expected whistle time of around 8:30 a.m. Though new to the area, and only used a few times as demos, the last in line, a Bud car, has the unfavorable distinction of possibly representing the very last of passenger service to this area.
Body found in Lincolnville last week identified
LINCOLNVILLE, Maine (WABI) - A body found in Lincolnville last week has been identified. According to the Pen Bay Pilot, 30-year-old Jonah Farley of Union had been reported missing on May 18. Authorities told the paper Farley’s body was found just north of Lincolnville Beach on June 3. He...
Maine’s Oldest Lobster Trapper Just Turned 104, Declare She Has no Plans to Leave her Boat: ‘Still the Boss’
Virginia “Ginny” Oliver, the oldest lobster trapper in Rocklands, Maine, just turned 104 but does not have plans to leave her boat anytime soon. Lovingly called “Lobster Lady,” the centenarian along with her family, recently celebrated her 104th birthday on Thursday, June 6, Knewz.com has learned. Her birthday menu featured her favorite treats: chocolate cake […]
Friendship man arrested for burglary attempt
LINCOLNVILLE, Maine (WABI) - A friendship man was arrested Tuesday morning for a burglary attempt. William dean, 47, was found trespassing at 36 Masalin Road in Lincolnville. According to the Waldo county sheriff’s office, authorities responded to the property at around 8:20 a.m. Tuesday morning. Authorities found Dean in...
Oceanside grad says dream big, aim high, be delusional
ROCKLAND — “Class of 2024, get out there and be delusional.”. Yes, you heard right. Oceanside High School Class of 2024 Valedictorian John Punnachalil advised his fellow classmates to go out into the world and be delusional. Follow your dreams, no matter how wild they may seem.Don’t let conventional thinking limit your potential. Dream big, aim high, and believe in possibilities that others might not see.
Camden elects Susan Dorr and Ken Gross to the Select Board, approves $12.5 million bond
Voters turned out in force in Camden June 11, voting to approve municipal and school budgets, a $12.5 million bond, zoning and land use ordinance changes, and buying a groomer for the Camden Snow Bowl. They also elected Susan Dorr and Ken Gross to the Select Board. Four candidates were...
Thomaston elects Kimberly Matthews to Select Board, approves RSU 13 budget
Voters in Thomaston elected Kimberly Matthews to their Select Board. She had been running against Emily McBrayer. Matthews received 178 votes, and McBrayer, 126. They also elected Olivia FitzPatrick to the RSU 13 School Board and. approved the $39 million RSU 13 budget, up $2.3 million from the current budget.
Owls Head man accused of killing toddler in Thomaston
A man from Owls Head is expected to be charged with manslaughter in the death of a toddler in Thomaston. Aziayh Scott, 23, was arrested in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Wednesday and taken to Orleans Parish Prison, Maine Department of Public Safety spokesperson Shannon Moss said in a release Wednesday.
Rockland Rotary awards eight scholarships in 2024
ROCKLAND — Rockland Rotary awarded $1,500 scholarships to each of the eight outstanding and highly qualified high school students from Medomak Valley and Oceanside high schools. The scholarship recipients and their parents were invited to a special Rotary luncheon in honor of their accomplishments. Receiving scholarships are Sara Nelson,...
Rockport says no to wastewater treatment facility and Route 90 sewer extension, elects Michelle Hannan and Denise Munger to Select Board
ROCKPORT — The most contentious article on Rockport’s 2024 Town Meeting warrant – Article 3 — was decided at the polls June 11, and the proposed $33.7 million wastewater treatment facility and Route 90 sewer extension failed. Article 3 received 428 yes votes and 612 no...
Creativity Takes Center Stage: South School’s Arts Festival Night a Colorful Success
South School (RSU #13) recently hosted a vibrant Arts Festival Night, drawing a large crowd of students, parents, and community members. The event celebrated creativity and community, showcasing the artistic talents of students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The festival featured an array of engaging activities and attractions. Attendees enjoyed...
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