Nov. 5, 2013 Elections: Municipal and state referendums, ordinance changes, candidates
Voters go to the polls Nov. 5 to consider five statewide ballot questions, and various individual municipal warrant articles. Following are election previews and recent issue stories for Knox and Waldo counties, as well as a rundown of the bond issues voters across the state are being asked to decide.
View a list of polling places and town contacts here: Knox County, Waldo County
As polls close election night, results will be posted on PenBayPilot.com as they are reported for Knox and Waldo counties. Stay tuned.
Rockport Select Board asks for specifics before releasing library funds
ROCKPORT — The Rockport Select Board heard presentations Jan. 8 by the Rockport Public Library design team and the Rockport Library Foundation on the progress of the construction timeline and fundraising efforts for the new $3.5 million structure. Findings from the workshop will be weighed by the Select Board prior to their Feb. 11 meeting, at which time board members will vote to whether or not to release $1.5 million in bond funds for the new library at 1 Limerock Street in Rockport… Read more
Waldo County deed transfers
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Dec. 24 - Jan. 4.
Belfast
Garrett W. Vail and Michelle V. Walker to Kelly Quinn Gubbels and Jerad Riggs Gubbels.
Debra K Heitman to Jane Houck Beers.
Randy S. and Nathan W. Raymond, and Juanita Lucas to Nicole Pearce.
Waldo County Unified Court, closed cases: speeding, disorderly conduct
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Dec. 7 - Jan. 1.
Gregory A. Thompson, 54, of Waldo, unlawful sexual contact in Waldo Sept. 5, 2004, dismissed; unlawful sexual contact in Waldo Jan. 1, 2006, dismissed; gross sexual assault in Waldo Jan. 1, 2008, dismissed.
Stephen W. Lee, 28, of Unity, rule violation (possessing or using drugs while on duty) in Palermo Sept. 26, $350 fine.
Christina C. Tripp, 28, of Frankfort, failing to stop,… Read more
Dozens brave frigid waters for New Year’s Day polar plunge into Belfast Harbor
BELFAST — With temperatures in the 40s, it was mild weather for the 50-plus brave souls who decided to participate in Belfast’s annual polar plunge, which takes place each Jan. 1.
The event, off the Belfast boat launch ramp, began at noon, with a bystander providing a countdown to take off. Though for most their times in the water was brief, several hardier individuals were… Read more
Waldo County Unified Court, closed cases
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Dec. 19-27.
Rochelle Skillings, 29, of Belfast, theft by unauthorized taking or transfer in Belfast May 19, 2017, 18 months in prison with all but seven days suspended, one year of probation and $4,126.67 restitution. Lincoln H. Bither, 22, of Troy, unlawful possession of a gift deer in Knox Sept. 10, 2017, $300 fine; night hunting in Knox Sept. 10, 2017, dismissed. Drew W. Higgins, 36, of Point Arena,… Read moreWaldo County deed transfers
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Dec. 10-21.
Belfast
Jennifer Cook to Cosby LLC.
Camille Smart to Jessica M Smart, Ashley M. Holmes, and Ryan A. Smart.
Martha A. Albert, Lillian F. Stone, and Frederick W. Siemann Jr. to David M. Miller.… Read more
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Dec. 14-20. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Dec. 14
Kellian S. Libby, 24, of Liberty, was issued a summons for operating after suspension on Mountain Valley Road in Montville.
Deputy Cassandra McDonald responded to the scene of a deer v. vehicle accident on… Read more
Man arrested after allegedly leaving license plate at crash
UNITY — A Unity man was arrested and charged with seven counts following an alleged hit and run accident in Unity Dec. 10, according to Waldo County Sheriff Jeffrey Trafton.
Matthew R. Small, 32, has been charged with aggravated criminal mischief, driving to endanger, endangering the welfare of a child, failure to give notice of an accident by quickest means, failure to notify the operator/owner of an unattended… Read more
Waldo County Unified Court, closed cases: assault, criminal mischief, OUI
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Dec. 7-13.
Shawn M. Gantnier, 30, of Madawaska, domestic violence assault in Belfast Dec. 20, 2015, 364 days in jail with all but six months suspended and one year of probation; criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon in Belfast Dec. 20, 2015, dismissed; endangering the welfare of a child in Belfast Dec. 20, 2015, dismissed.
Dylan Grivois, 28, of Ellsworth, operating while license suspended or… Read more
Waldo County deed transfers
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Nov. 26 - Dec. 7
Belfast
Cooper Thomas Reed and Makayla C. Reed to Theodore F. and Patricia A. Reed.
Virginia Flood to Virginia Flood.
Renn Cordell Fowler and Patricia Ann Fowler to Renn Cordell Fowler,… Read more
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat: driving to endanger, speeding
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Dec. 7-13. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt
Nov. 29
Deputy David Wight responded to the scene of a single-vehicle accident on Monroe Road in Monroe where an operator reportedly traveling too fast for the snowy weather and road conditions lost control of the vehicle.
Belfast Police beat: OUI, speeding, failure to appear
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Dec. 7-13. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Dec. 8
Andre M. Blanchard, 55, of Liberty, was arrested for operating under the influence on Belmont Avenue.
Dec. 10
Linwood D. Wescott, 58, of Brooks, was issued a summons for speeding 52 mph in a 30 mph zone… Read more
Belfast Police beat: assault, criminal mischief, speeding
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Dec. 3-9. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Dec. 3
Dylan Stinson, 23, of Windham, was issued a summons for violating conditions of release, stemming from an incident Oct. 6.
Dec. 6
Guillermo A. Garcia, 24, of Northport, was issued summonses for failure to… Read more
Waldo County Sheriff’s Office beat: accidents, OUI
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 27 - Dec. 10. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 27
Casey Palmer, 28, of Bristol, was issued a summons for imprudent speed on Knox Ridge Road in Thorndike.
Nov. 30
Angela G. Philbrook, 33, of Unity, was issued a summons for… Read more
Rockport sparkles in holiday celebration
Despite frigid temperatures, droves of holiday revelers and fireworks enthusiasts attended this year’s Holiday on the Harbor festival Dec. 8, which culminated with a dramatic pyrotechnic show above Rockport Harbor.
Earlier in the day visitors enjoyed musical performances by Odeon and Bay Chamber Concert’s Suzuki violin students at Union Hall, and enjoyed a special menu of holiday offerings at restaurants throughout the village.
In the evening some 2,000 luminaries – this year… Read more
Waldo County Unified Court, closed cases: OUI, harassment
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 27 - Dec. 5.
Adam J. Littlefield, 33, of Prospect, operating after habitual offender revocation in Winterport Aug. 31, 2016, two years in prison and $1,000 fine; violating conditions of release in Winterport Aug. 31, 2016, six months in jail; operating after habitual offender revocation in Stockton Springs Sept. 3, 2016, three years six… Read more
Belfast’s Holiday on the Harbor brings fun, festivities to Boathouse
BELFAST — Though Santa arrived at Holiday on the Harbor via boat, it was a horse-drawn carriage that escorted he and a lucky few to Belfast’s Boathouse, where festive activities were set up for the many children in attendance.
The event, which took place from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Dec. 8, is sponsored by the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce and Belfast Parks and Rec, with Cornerspring Montessori School responsible for… Read more
Crowd braves bitter cold to welcome Santa from the sea for Belfast’s Holiday on the Harbor
BELFAST — Despite temperatures in the teens, a sizeable crowd gathered by the waterfront to welcome Santa, who arrives at the event via boat, to Holiday on the Harbor.
The event started around 11 a.m. Dec. 8, with Santa mingling with the crowd after making his way to land. After spending several minutes visiting with wide-eyed children, Santa made his way to his waiting sleigh, which was pulled by two black horses… Read more
Belfast Police beat: assault, criminal mischief, speeding
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 28 - Dec. 6. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 28
Judy A. Patten, 39, of Stockton Springs, was issued a summons for operating without a license (in violation of condition/restriction) on Starrett Drive.
Nathan Brown, 18, of Belfast, was issued a summons for assault.… Read more
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat: speeding, domestic violence, leaving scene of an accident
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 19 - Dec. 5. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 19
Jason R. Huff, 43, of Unity, was issued summonses for terrorizing and aggravated criminal mischief on Main Street in Unity.
Joseph L. McBride, 30, of Waldo, was issued summonses for an inspection… Read more
Waldo County Unified Court, closed cases: assault, theft, OUI, unlawful trafficking
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 29-29.
Meredith S. Greene, 39, of Bucksport, violating conditions of release in Belfast July, 25, 2015, five days in jail.
Michaela Skillings, 24, of Frankfort, probation violation in Belfast Sept. 13, 2015, probation partially revoked and continued, no sentence imposed; unlawful trafficking in… Read more
Belfast’s many merry celebrate annual tree lighting
BELFAST — There was a large turnout at Belfast’s annual tree lighting ceremony, which took place in Post Office Square Saturday, Dec. 1, from 4:30 to roughly 5 p.m., when Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived.
Approximately 100 people turned out for this year’s event, which featured several carols, along with snacks and hot cocoa. When Santa arrived a short time later, he slowly waded through throngs of wide-eyed children,… Read more
Waldo County deed transfers
BELFAST — The following deed transfers were recorded in the Waldo County Registry of Deeds Nov. 12-23.
Belfast
James R. and Donna M. Gilbert to Rodney J. Voisine.
Victor Skorapa Jr. Est and Victor Skorpa Jr. Est. to Richard S. Wilkins and Ruth E. Shaw.
Group Home Foundation Inc. and Holland Land… Read more
Waldo County Sheriff’s Office beat: accidents, speeding
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 21-29. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 20
Deputy Cassandra McDonald responded to the scene of a vehicle accident on Albion Road in Unity where a 2011 Mazda had slid off the road and was reported to authorities by a towing company. The driver was uninjured and the vehicle sustained functional… Read more
Belfast Police beat: drug possession, speeding, theft
BELFAST — The Belfast Police Department reported the following activity Nov. 19-28. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 19
Craig Sullivan, 29, of Belfast, was arrested for failure to register or update information and violating conditions of release on Macleod Lane.
Nov. 22
A Rockland juvenile was issued a… Read more
A tree for every type at Belfast’s Festival of Trees
BELFAST — With the Christmas season upon us, many families have already erected the coniferous tree of their selection, but for those who haven’t, there is still time to enter into raffles for one (or more) of the 42 trees decorated for Project Graduation’s Festival of Trees.
The annual event, which began in 2016, takes place in United Farmer’s Market on Spring Street and features a menagerie of trees decorated and… Read more
Belfast Police beat: OUI, theft, speeding
BELFAST — Belfast Police reported the following activity Nov. 17-26. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 17
Benjamin W. Knowlton, 54, of Northport, was arrested for operating under the influence on Smart Road.
Jessica Maddocks, 34, of Belfast, was issued a summons for theft by deception on Lincolnville Avenue on June 29. … Read more
Waldo County Sheriff’s beat: accidents, terrorizing, criminal mischief, OUI
BELFAST — The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Nov. 11-26. An arrest or summons does not imply guilt.
Nov. 11
Lee T. Slagle, 42, of Knox, was arrested for domestic violence assault and criminal mischief Knox Station Road in Knox.
Nov. 15
Nelson Walker, 61, of Prospect, was issued a summons… Read more
Waldo County Unified Court, closed cases: eluding an officer, driving to endanger, theft
BELFAST — The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Nov. 13-21.
Amy L. Feener, 34, of Stockton Springs, operating while license suspended or revoked in Belfast Aug. 4, $500 fine; failing to stop for an officer in Belfast Aug. 4, $500 fine; eluding an officer in Belfast Aug. 4, dismissed; endangering the welfare of a child in Belfast Aug. 4, dismissed; driving to endanger in Belfast Aug. 4,… Read more
Waldo County divorces
BELFAST — The following divorces were recently recorded in Belfast District Court.
Erica S. Archer, of Winterport, and James R. Archer, of Winterport, were married July 5, 2003, in Grants Pass, Oregon and divorced Oct. 30.
Edward J. Murphy, of Belfast, and Corinna M. Murphy, of Warren, were married June 2, 2013, in Belfast and divorced Oct. 22.