For many, the Christmas season is a month to look forward to, but for others, "holiday overload" is real. Between the stress and exhaustion of social commitments, shopping, decorating, and cooking…
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BELFAST — A "Photos with Santa" event will take place Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at Tractor Supply, in Belfast. This event is open to the public and will take place at 43…
ROCKPORT — On New Year’s Day, ring in the new year at Beech Hill Preserve. Festivities will take place from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
"Enjoy hot chocolate,…
DAMARISCOTT — On Friday, November 1, 2024, staff and volunteers from over a dozen local businesses and organizations took time off from work for an annual fall…
CAMDEN — CamdenCAN (Climate Action Now), in partnership with the Camden Public Library, hosts a Camden Talks Climate event Thursday, Dec. 12, at 6:30 p.m. The…
This winter, Coastal Senior College, which offers lifelong learners enrichment through courses and other activities in Lincoln and Knox counties, will hold classes and activities across a wide…
The Longest Night
ROCKLAND — The First Universalist Church in Rockland will hold a Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m.
A Blue Christmas Service, also known as The…
Money to repair high school siding, replace windows, install new HVAC system, lay artificial turf over Don Palmer Field
CAMDEN — A request from the Five…
BELFAST — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Otter Trails homeschool group for a festive luminary walk along the trails of Head of Tide Preserve in Belfast, on…
All caregivers of eligible infants and children are encouraged to enroll, including non-birthing parents, grandparents, foster parents, and more
BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital and Midcoast Maine Community Action (MMCA) have announced a new partnership that will bring a Women, Infants, and…
for citizens seeking conversation and companionship
CAMDEN — With the new year on the horizon, members, friends, and staff of the First Congregational Church of Camden are ushering in a second season of weekly lunchtime gatherings called Cake and…
Boothbay Harbor’s holiday traditions abound, including the annual Gingerbread Spectacular coming to the historic Opera House Dec. 13-15.
For the past 18 years mid-December has seen the…
The Dec. 7, 2024 Rhythm Sanctuary at First Church Belfast has been cancelled. Another session is being offered…
WALDO — For the past six years, students at Waldo County Technical Center (WCTC) have left for their winter break armed with warm clothes and a little extra food…
BROOKS — The next Waldo County Humane Society Rabies Vaccination Clinic is planned for Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9-11 a.m., at the Brooks Volunteer Fire Department (19…
THOMASTON — Several students at Thomaston Grammar School were recognized for responsibly at a school-wide assembly on December 2nd. Students receiving the Responsibility Award were: Mattie Stenger…
Church asks court to halt real estate negotiations with Waldo CAP
BELFAST — On Dec. 2, UMaine…
Wreaths Across America convoy will not be coming through the Midcoast this year, but residents who are willing to hop into their cars can…
ROCKLAND — To the delight of many, a friendly Grinch appeared several times, in several forms, during the 2024 Festival of Lights Parade in Rockland, Saturday, Nov. 30.
Parade spectators…
CAMDEN — The First Congregational Church of Camden will host several festive events during ‘Christmas by the Sea’ weekend in Camden, December 6-8, 2024.
On Friday, December 6, at 12 noon, ‘…
BELFAST — Due to high demand, Belfast Senior College is hosting its third tour of the new GO Logic carpentry shop in Belfast.
Join the tour on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at 52…
LIBERTY — As part of its efforts to help those experiencing food insecurity, MaineHealth Waldo Hospital has added a new self-service pantry shelf in its MaineHealth…
Scouts from Scouting America Troop 200 and Cub Scout Pack 200 were given the privilege on Veterans Day of presenting the colors to begin American Legion Post 30’s annual…
"When an idea fills you with hope, helps you heal, and gives you purpose, take that path with all your heart"
BANGOR — The Christine B. Foundation (CBF) has officially been serving the cancer community in Eastern Maine for ten years. With $1.5 million of services gifted…
Medomak Middle School announces its Quarter 1 Honor Roll for the 2024-25 academic year.
7th Grade – High Honors
Alexandrea Fullerton, Anthony Monfiletto,…
new this year: Tot Trot
ROCKPORT — Get ready to run, walk, or waddle at the Penobscot Bay YMCA’s annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Friday, Nov. 29, at 8:30 a.m…
On behalf of the Medomak Valley High School staff, Matthew Carlson, Assistant Principal, presented a $100 check to each of the five food banks in the RSU 40 district.
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ROCKLAND — The St. Euphemia Orthodox Christian mission of Rockland will be hosting their annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m…
BELFAST — The Belfast Free Library and the National Digital Equity Center (NDEC) will be presenting two free computer classes to take place in the library’s…
The PAWS 2024 Auction for the Animals goes live Thanksgiving Day.
"The auction, which runs from Thanksgiving Day through Sunday, December 8, provides an excellent opportunity to do holiday…
Fast growing sector: working class people age 19-49
ROCKLAND—Alan Kearl, the executive director of AIO Food Pantry and Energy Assistance, has only been in his position for 15 months after formerly serving as a volunteer. In that time, he has seen…
BELFAST — Join others to remember those we have lost and honor those who are living with HIV/AIDS. There will be a candlelight vigil on Sunday, Dec. 1, from 4:30 - 5 p.m., in front of the Post…
SEARSPORT— All are welcome to join Coastal Mountains Land Trust on a guided hike along the trails of Long Cove Headwaters Preserve in Searsport on December 11. Hikers can meet at the trailhead at…
ROCKPORT —Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Maines Health’s Community Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike, Thursday, Dec. 5, at 10 a.m., at Beech Hill Preserve in Rockport. All are…
SEARS ISLAND — Community members are invited to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season by sharing in a winter solstice celebration of light on Sears Island. Friends of Sears…
ROCKLAND — The Sunday Stroll is back on Main Street in Rockland, December 8, from 12 - 4 p.m., with a special Holiday Stroll. The Holiday Stroll will be filled with…
ROCKLAND — Regional School Unit 13’s new location for Adult & Community Education services has opened on the Oceanside High School campus, at 400 Broadway, in Rockland.…
ELLSWORTH — Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital recently welcomed James Culver, MD, to its women’s health practice.
“We are extremely pleased that Dr. Culver…
ROCKPORT and BELFAST — In observance of Thanksgiving 2024, MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals announce the following adjusted holiday hours:
All physician practices, including walk-…
BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital welcomes Nichole Barry, MD, to its Rheumatology department.
Dr. Barry comes to MHWH from Dignity Health Medical Group in San Francisco, California,…
THOMASTON — Knox Museum presents its annual Holiday Open House at Montpelier, in Thomaston, on Saturday, Dec. 7, and Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Three floors will be beautifully…
Belfast Area High School announces its Honor Roll for the first quarter of the 2024-25 academic year.
Grade 9
HIGH HONORS: Ian Beal, Luciana Birocco, Walden…
ROCKLAND — The Friends of the Rockland Public Library will hold its annual Festival of Trees and Wreaths silent auction on Saturday, November 30, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m…
Resa Randolph to play the fiddle on Saturday
CAMDEN — Merryspring will hold a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 30, and Sunday, Dec. 1. This special fundraiser will take place from 10 a.m…
CAMDEN — The Rev. Dr. Ute S. Molitor, senior minister of the First Congregational Church of Camden, announced her decision to retire from parish ministry, effective February 28, 2025. …
DEA held the 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 26, collecting 629,953 pounds of unneeded medications at collection sites across the country.
In Maine, 27 agencies…
New Hope Midcoast, the Regional Domestic Violence Resource Center serving Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox, and Waldo counties, is holding its annual holiday sale from now through December 13.
This…
Bucking convention with new business
Two local women are at full throttle in establishing their new venture, FlatWear Clothing, a line of fashion created in Camden, and…
ROCKLAND — Millay House Rockland will again hold an open house during Rockland’s Festival of Lights, Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The double house…
