Two reports, two energy visions for Maine

Maine and New England must choose between two divergent paths for how to generate electricity in the coming years, according to two noteworthy reports released this winter that come to very different conclusions. Despite their differences, both reports agree on…

Declining enrollment, pared-down staff result in proposed budget net increase of 1.9 percent

Camden-Rockport School Board to hold March 18 meeting, budget review at high school Strom Auditorium

The School Administrative District 28 (Camden-Rockport K-8) School Board will convene its regularly scheduled March 18 meeting at the Strom Auditorium, at Camden Hills Regional High School, with the focus on its proposed 2026-2027 $22 million budget, as well as a…

Logan Bailey earns Eagle Scout rank after completing landscaping and bench project at Rocky Coast Home, Thomaston

Logan Russell Bailey, a member of Boy Scout Troop 254 in Warren, was recognized March 1 in a ceremony held at the Warren Congregational Church for earning his Eagle Scout rank. Logan's Eagle Scout project was entitled “Benches and Flowers for Rocky Coast…

Horseshoe Beach (Drawing by Rick Cronin)

Just driving around... and drawing

The West Coast of Florida: Horseshoe Beach and the Jackson Water Hole

After making a drawing of Horseshoe Beach on the west coast of Florida I drove out to a parking area overlooking the Gulf of “America” to watch the setting sun. It was clear and bright and there was the vague possibility of seeing the green flash. As a sailor I’ve…

Midcoast Conservancy protects 108 acres along Pettengill Stream in Union

Midcoast Conservancy has completed a new conservation easement protecting 108 acres of forest, wetlands, and wildlife habitat along Pettengill Stream in Union. "The property, now called Herbie Hill for the landowner’s beloved tortoiseshell cat, will…

Obituaries

Maureen O. Richard, notice

CAMDEN — Maureen O. Richard, 89, took her…

Georgia H. Mahonen, notice

CAMDEN — Georgia H. Mahonen, 97, died…

Muriel Hannan, notice

CAMDEN — Muriel Hannan, 86, of…

Stephanie Elaine Schloegel, obituary

UNION — Stephanie Elaine Schloegel…

Victoria Watts, obituary

ROCKPORT — After a hard-fought battle with…

Barbara Hawkins Haupt, obituary

ROCKLAND — Barbara Hawkins Haupt, born…

Spotlight

Camden Town Manager recommends initiating search for new police chief

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Maintain status quo with law enforcement while town explores future of PD
Ice sculptures, makeshift bars make Belfast feel like big outdoor party during annual Ice Festival

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What's in that cocktail? 8 Bells in Camden has Irish whiskey cocktail just in time for St. Paddy's Day

CAMDEN—The Midcoast's newest Irish pub has a special…

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Camden Hills Regional High School chess masters are Maine champions at statewide competition

State proclamation celebrates 35th Toboggan Nationals, creative costumes liven crowd

Main Street Buzz

Sail, Power, and Steam Museum is the new home of Four-Ton Triple-Stage Compound Engine

Sail Power & Steam Museum

GIVE THE GIFT OF BETTER/SAFE BOATING!

Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Courses

2026 YEAR-TO-DATE MARKET AND SALES UPDATE *

Newcastle Realty

GATHER-the monthly statewide meetup for authors is March 18 (40 Paper for Midcoast)

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Attention Parents! Looking for a Spring Sport for Your Child? Join Megunticook Rowing!

Megunticook Rowing

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'all the same zoning regulations as the previous site, but is also a better fit'

Planning Board approval advances proposed Public Services Garage intended to replace, relocate current structure

ROCKLAND — Site plans for a proposed Public…

A Bird's Tale

Black Vultures and Life Lists

A black vulture partakes of what, to them, is a classic Florida meal: an expired armadillo. (Photo courtesy of Allison Wells)

For most bird species, the first individual you see is indelibly etched in your memory. You…

From Washington, D.C.

Staff updates in Senator Susan Collins' office

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Susan Collins has…

nutritious and easier to digest

Union Street Sourdough founder to speak on benefits of baking with sourdough

Quarry Hill will host Bridget Mariner, founder of Union Street Sourdough…

Lincolnville School Committee to hold special budget meeting March 18

The Lincolnville School Committee will hold a special meeting March…

From Augusta

Citizen initiative, An Act to Designate School Sports Participation and Facilities by Sex, found valid with 71,033 signatures

AUGUSTA…

From Augusta

Bill to expand access to solar energy passes Maine Senate, 25-8

In…

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Legion Post 30 to hold luncheon for Vietnam and era Veterans

Vietnam and era Veterans are invited to a special luncheon on March 29, at…

Maple syrup, blacksmithing demonstration, and tours. Free to all

Maine Maple Sunday at Camden-Rockport Historical Society

The Camden-Rockport Historical Society (CRHS) invites the…

A Maine educator didn’t have a curriculum to teach a foundational skill for reading. So she created her own

kids looking at a screen that displays the word 'snap'

In Raymond Elementary School’s pre-…

Discover the Stockton Springs Community Library Seed Library, March 28

"Did you know that the Stockton Springs Community Library…

'Help Yourself' food pantry shelf now available at Primary Care Family Medicine in Brooks

Two women stand next to shelving unit stocked with food

BELFAST — As part of its ongoing commitment to…

Puzzle Race begins at 1 p.m.

Puzzle Palooza event at Carver Memorial Library

SEARSPORT — Puzzlers of all ages are invited to join Carver Memorial Library on Saturday,…

March 17 meeting

Camden Select Board to discuss ordinance amendments, green burial, paid parking

Astronomical high tide in Camden, 2011 (file photo)

CAMDEN — When the Select Board convenes March 17 in Camden for a…

Maine Library Commission unveils draft rule that could restrict libraries’ access to state support

AUGUSTA — The Maine Library Commission…

Belfast City Council to discuss subdivision ordinance amendments, curbside program, at regular meeting

BELFAST — The Belfast City Council will…

Midcoast Maine Community Action to open Rockport WIC Clinic at MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital

ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital and Midcoast…

Central Maine Power warns of gusty winds, 50-60 mph, with Monday night storm; state issues flood alerts

March 16, 2016 (Image courtesy National Weather Service)

Central Maine Power said just after noon that the…

Live Staking

Hands-on shoreline restoration workshop with Maine Forest Service

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust, in partnership with the…

Maine Maple Sunday weekend on tap for March 21, 22

The 2026 edition of Maine Maple Sunday weekend will be held March 21 and 22 at more…

the artists will speak about their work at Fourth Friday Gallery Night

Local Color Gallery welcomes guest artist Bernadette deCesare, year-round artist Emma Schurink; says good-bye to Debbie Mitchell

Local Color Gallery welcomes guest artist Bernadette…

WRFR 93.3 to host a “Public Party” at the Flanagan Community Center

Rockland’s community radio station, WRFR 93.3, is hosting a “Public Party”…

Municipal and school budgets under scrutiny

This Week in Lincolnville: Budget Season

I am thinking it must be nearly 20 years since my name was written on the ballot,…

Rockland's Emergency Warming Center open overnight March 17, 18

Emergency Warming Center dinner and breakfast detail

Rockland's Emergency Warming Center will be open at the Rec Center (…

Tides

Wednesday, 03/18
5:11 AM	Low	-0.02`
11:37 AM	High	10.31`
5:35 PM	Low	-0.43`

Thursday, 03/19
12:00 AM	High	10.25`
5:54 AM	Low	-0.58`
12:19 PM	High	10.51`
6:13 PM	Low	-0.63`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Wednesday, 03/18
4:59 AM	Low	-0.02`
11:15 AM	High	9.71`
5:23 PM	Low	-0.40`
11:38 PM	High	9.65`

Thursday, 03/19
5:42 AM	Low	-0.54`
11:57 AM	High	9.89`
6:01 PM	Low	-0.60`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Wednesday, 03/18
4:58 AM	Low	0.43`
11:09 AM	High	10.73`
5:24 PM	Low	-0.10`
11:33 PM	High	10.48`

Thursday, 03/19
5:40 AM	Low	-0.10`
11:50 AM	High	10.93`
6:03 PM	Low	-0.27`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Wednesday, 03/18
4:54 AM	Low	0.06`
11:07 AM	High	11.20`
5:17 PM	Low	-0.40`
11:29 PM	High	11.11`

Thursday, 03/19
5:36 AM	Low	-0.50`
11:49 AM	High	11.45`
5:55 PM	Low	-0.60`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Is your new book coming out this spring? Here’s how to prepare for your launch

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St Patrick's Day at Brady's!!

Brady’s

Help ReStore Buy a Box Truck!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

A Winter Morning, Thinking About Spring

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Winter Supper Series at Southport General Store | St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Southport General Store & Barn

Authors of romance, cozy, historical, chick-lit, women’s nonfiction-this template is for you!

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Maine Authors: Want media coverage without hiring a publicist?

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

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Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

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Is your new book coming out this spring? Here’s how to prepare for your launch

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

St Patrick's Day at Brady's!!

Brady’s

Help ReStore Buy a Box Truck!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

A Winter Morning, Thinking About Spring

Penobscot Bay Pilot

Winter Supper Series at Southport General Store | St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Southport General Store & Barn

Authors of romance, cozy, historical, chick-lit, women’s nonfiction-this template is for you!

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Maine Authors: Want media coverage without hiring a publicist?

DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Don't worry we aren't closing!!!

Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Obituaries

Maureen O. Richard, notice

Georgia H. Mahonen, notice

Muriel Hannan, notice

Stephanie Elaine Schloegel, obituary

Victoria Watts, obituary

Barbara Hawkins Haupt, obituary

Spotlight

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Sail, Power, and Steam Museum is the new home of Four-Ton Triple-Stage Compound Engine

GIVE THE GIFT OF BETTER/SAFE BOATING!

2026 YEAR-TO-DATE MARKET AND SALES UPDATE *

GATHER-the monthly statewide meetup for authors is March 18 (40 Paper for Midcoast)

Attention Parents! Looking for a Spring Sport for Your Child? Join Megunticook Rowing!

Rockport Update at Camden Rotary Club on 3/17

Hanneke Cassel Band at the Rockport Opera House

The Tannahill Weavers return to the Camden Opera House

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Sunday Tidbit: God's Saving Grace

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