1414 Augusta, MAINE The Governors Energy Office today released the Maine Offshore Wind Roadmap, a stakeholder-driven comprehensive plan that offers detailed strategies for Maine to realize economic, Rockland City Council plans public meeting with attorney to discuss small wireless facilities and 5G technology. The owners failed to pay their property taxes, which forced residents to vote each year for the past 23 years on whether to foreclose on the property. No charges have yet been levied against the person of interest, the deputy chief said. Prosecutor Michael Dugandzic argued the . The Midcoast Umpire Association of Maine (MUA) will be providing training for interested new members, or individuals looking to learn more about the game of baseball or softball. The woman was found on North Main Street near Blake Street. Treasures abound for Belfasts annual Ice Festival, including an icy Joy Duck. Dunican, a resident of Waterford, Connecticut, is charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm, discharge of a firearm in public and making a false police report. Opponents to the range questioned whether the owners were simply using the property as an unlicensed dump to make money by accepting the material. UNION Under a cold winter sky, protesters convened Saturday, Feb. 25, in a field at Pour Farm in Union, approximately three miles from the land where Canadian company Exiro Minerals, is hoping to LCRPC seeking disaster preparedness grant. ROCKLAND Rockland firefighters found fire in a wall of a furniture business, March 1, after a water flow alarm alert was passed along to 911 dispatch from a remote security company at approximately Feb. 28 update: Midcoast adds 126 new COVID-19 cases over the last week, Midcoast added 80 new COVID-19 cases since Valentines Day, Feb. 14 update: Midcoast adds 21 new COVID-19 cases, Diving into 2023: Retirement legislation SECURE 2.0 passes House and Senate, President Biden to sign into law, Investments in clean ferries will power local Maine economies, Thomaston, please cancel raised-hand February 22 vote, The fight is not over concerning Belfast salmon facility, Thank you from the Winterfest Committee for a Great Event, Sunday matinee for A Doll's House, Part 2, Two Knox County natives finish up third tour with their band Rigometrics, Wild Maine series hosts online talk of: The Natural History of Wood Turtles in Maine, Agenda set for RSU 40 board meeting March 2, Snow Day at Hidden Valley Nature Center, March 4 invites public to hit the trails, UMaine Mitchell Center launches Maine School Cafeteria Food Waste Study, Registration still open for Theodore Hedstrom Memorial tourney, Sail with Schooner Explorations of Maine this summer, Trio of local girls compete in girls state wrestling championships, Local indoor track athletes compete in state championships, Class B wrestling championships: Belfast places second; Ripleys make history, MRC to host pickleball tournament March 25, Henderson, Pease place first for Windjammers in state wrestling championships, Three new community members join Board of Directors at The Waldo, Canadian mining exploration company looks for metals in the midcoast, Maine home prices up and sales ease in January, Rockland City Council plans public meeting with attorney to discuss small wireless facilities and 5G technology, Merryspring hosts webinar of Solar-Powered Boats for Maine and the World, Popular free publication that is mailed to Midcoast, Cottage Connection of Maine Vacation Rentals Since 1993. My wifes employer gave her the day off, and my employer, me, decided I also needed a day off. Dunican, a resident of Waterford, Connecticut, is charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm, discharge of a firearm in . At least one of the juveniles (as young as 13-years-old) had been issued a prior trespass warning for the property. The Good Table has everything you need to prepare your next delicious meal. TENANTS HARBOR Charlene Allen Black, 91 of Tenants Harbor, passed peacefully to her heavenly home on February 19, 2023, surrounded by her family. A man who drowned in an Arizona lake last month begged for help, but the police didn't rescue him. The woman was found in the road at 10:19 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, according to Rockland Interim Deputy Police Chief Alex Gaylor. In meetings with the Warren Planning Board in 1997, Dunican said the rifle range would become the largest on the East Coast. Hes going to die.. Maine Public climate reporter Murray Carpenter presents Fish, Falcons and Frogs: A dramatic Migration Thursday, March 16, at 6:30 p.m., at the Belfast Free Library. Open to all, supported by readers. Rockland police responded to three separate incidents where threats and actual violence occurred, police reported this past Saturday night. MARCH HILL. The station also reported it was unclear how much time elapsed during the remarks by officers that were provided in the transcript. "He didn't do nothing wrong. In a statement, Tempe's city manager, Andrew Ching, and Police Chief Jeff Glover called Bickings' death "a tragedy.". The city said Bickings "swam about 30-40 yards before repeatedly indicating he was in distress. The juvenile system is literally kicking the problem down the road until they age out of the juvenile system and then we wonder why they end up in jail at 18; never trying anything but a stern warning to correct their behavior before then.. Waldo County YMCA to host river races at end of March 2023. ", It added: "He soon went under and did not resurface.". By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider Treasures abound for Belfasts annual Ice Festival, including an icy Joy Duck, #WhyYouMatter builds community, art project at Medomak Valley High School, National Toboggan Championships 2023: Easygoing, happy crowd gathers for annual midwinter competition, The University of Maine Hutchinson Center, New Hope Midcoast Relies on Clothing and Accessory Donations for Its Largest Fundraiser, SAT Prep Matters & Boot Camps with Dr. Mary Smyth - Online this Spring, FREE Family Film: The BFG, at The Waldo Theatre on Sunday, March. Dunicans defense attorney Heath Lynch is asking for a sentence of no more than 48 months. Throughout his career, he held many roles, including field training officer, certified instructor for the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, crisis . A Maine man is in custody on felony and misdemeanor charges, including assaulting a law enforcement officer, for his alleged actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, according St. George reschedules Special Town Meeting of ambulance matters. The Rockland Police Department has received multiple reports over the past few weeks of stolen kayaks. Antonio Planas is a breaking news reporter for NBC News Digital. Mid-Coast Solid Waste will have a two hour delay today, March 1, 2023, opening at 10 a.m. Camden, Rockland snowstorm parking bans, Feb. 28 March 1. Dunican faces up to 20 years in prison and three years of supervised release for that federal charge. ROCKLAND (BDN) -- Rockland police seized eight rifles Tuesday from a local man who said he heard voices in his head telling him to "shoot up a school," according to the Knox Village Soup.The . If you are not a supporter, please consider becoming one today. Rockland Police Department thanked the Waldo County Sheriffs Office and Hampden Public Safety for their assistance with this investigation. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: Rockland Police are investigating at least 5. "I can't touch. Oh, God, please help me. A COZY PLACE. Annual Easter Day Community Dinner, takeout style, held in Rockland, April 9. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless Lincoln County property transfers in February. She was born August 30, 1931, to Henry and Beulah Delores (Surek) Merry, 91, of Belfast, peacefully went home to be with Jesus on February 19, 2023. A small number of juveniles account for almost all of the criminal charges, with little to no progress having been accomplished by the court system or while on juvenile probation. Two juveniles were charged in connection to one incident. Due to the likelihood of inclement weather, the Public Hearing and Special Town Meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023, at 7 p.m., will be postponed, said the Town of St.. George, in a news Camden snowstorm parking ban, Thursday through Saturday morning. The top official at Maines public defense agency has announced he will resign after two years of working to reform a state agency once embroiled in controversy. The 57-year-old woman suffered serious injuries and was taken to Pen Bay Medical Center in Rockport and later taken to Maine Medical Center in Portland. The Dunicans were paid an estimated $1 million from Gates Formed-Fibre to accept the material that had been largely used as linings for the trunks of motor vehicles. Officials said Bickings climbed over a 4-foot metal fence and jumped into the water as cops were running the couple's names through a database to check on any outstanding arrest warrants as part of standard procedure. "Neither were being detained for any offense," the city said of the couple. The sentencing had initially been scheduled for Feb. 14 but was delayed when Dunican claimed he had car problems and could not get to the court in Michigan. Contact for members of media: Nikki Ripley, Communication and Marketing Director, 480-313-8850. Tempe officers were called to the scene just after 5 a.m. on May 28 about a reported dispute between Bickings and a woman who identified herself to police as his wife, officials said. During the ordeal, police and Bickings' apparent wife argued, with her saying at one point, "I'm just distraught because he's drowning right in front of you and you won't help," according to the transcript. Beginning Friday, February 24, ice Belfast City Council to discuss Spirit of America, poet laureate committee, Wight Street reconstruction project. Just before his death, a homeless man in Arizona pleaded for help, repeating Im going to drown" to nearby officers, including one who said he would not jump in the lake to attempt a rescue, officials said. A man drowned in an Arizona lake last month, and as he pleaded for help, struggling in the water, local police officers standing by refused to rescue him, according to officials and a body-camera-footage transcript. Rockland Police identified several juveniles involved, including at least one as young as 11-years-old. ROCKLAND, Maine (WABI) - Rockland police say theyre investigating at least five complaints of property tagged with graffiti overnight. ROCKLAND Maine Driving Dynamics, a State of Maine sponsored 5 hours defensive driving course, will be offered in partnership with RSU 13 Adult Education on Tuesday, March 28, and Thursday, March 30 New Shades of Blue at Underground Lounge in Belfast. Rockland Police are seeking arrest warrants for several of the juveniles involved in the incident and have been in contact with the Knox County District Attorneys Office regarding the incident and lack of court action. Jennifer Adams, Vice Mayor. Three responding officers, who have not been identified, have been placed on routine administrative paid leave, city officials said. An officer then says, "The other officer is going to get the boat," according to the transcript. NEW CITY - A Rockland County Court judge heard two contrasting descriptions of former Spring Valley Building Inspector Ray Canario during Monday's opening of his non-jury trial on charges of providing false information to the state concerning village inspections. Knox County Retired Educators will meet on Wednesday, March 8, at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and their monthly meeting at the Offshore Restaurant. AUGUSTA Governor Janet Mills has nominated Jed Beach of Lincolnville to the Maine Technology Institute Board (MTI) of Directors. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. An affidavit filed by his attorney Heath Lynch in federal court on Feb. 28 seeks a 60-day delay in sentencing, stating that Dunican had suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen, was in intensive care and was placed in a medically-induced coma and on a ventilator. In light of this forecast, organizations have begun closing or postponing services. There will be a winter parking ban for all streets and parking lots in Camden, except for the Public Safety lot on Washington Street, which is located behind the Fire Station, on Saturday, March 4, Gov. The juvenile, who has several pending charges, joked about an upcoming court date, mocking the officers. Representatives with the Tempe Officers Association, the citys police union, said Monday that its "grief mirrors our communitys grief, adding, No one wanted this incident to end as it did.. Both juveniles were charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and one was charged with driving without a license. ROCKPORT and BELFAST To keep care team members safe during the challenging weather expected this weekend, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital will close their walk-in care Rockland issues citywide parking ban for March 4 storm. Take the Latch Electric Folding Bike Anywhere, Jazz in June: Grace Kelly + Staci Griesbach, Thomaston Light Presents Serendipity Online Auction, Vintage Accents Begins Worldly Wonders Online Timed Auction, The University of Maine Hutchinson Center, New Hope Midcoast Relies on Clothing and Accessory Donations for Its Largest Fundraiser, SAT Prep Matters & Boot Camps with Dr. Mary Smyth - Online this Spring, FREE Family Film: The BFG, at The Waldo Theatre on Sunday, March. Copyright 2022 WABI. He grew up in SOUTH THOMASTON Alton S. Hilchey, 71, died at his home, after a period of declining health. Rockland Officers on patrol quickly located the vehicle nearby, at which point two juvenile suspects attempted to flee on foot. Last Monday was a holiday. 6 min read. ROCKLAND Rockland has issued a City Wide Parking Ban from 6 a.m. Saturday morning, March 4, 2023 through 9 a.m. Sunday morning, March 5, 2023. ARLINGTON, Va. Chester Randall Dunican, who left more than 27,000 tons of waste on property off Route 90 in Warren and then pleaded guilty to defrauding a Native American tribe of more than $1 million, was arrested Monday, Feb. 27, accused of falsely claiming he had been shot during a robbery. Bei der Nutzung unserer Websites und Apps verwenden wir, unsere Websites und Apps fr Sie bereitzustellen, Nutzer zu authentifizieren, Sicherheitsmanahmen anzuwenden und Spam und Missbrauch zu verhindern, und, Ihre Nutzung unserer Websites und Apps zu messen, personalisierte Werbung und Inhalte auf der Grundlage von Interessenprofilen anzuzeigen, die Effektivitt von personalisierten Anzeigen und Inhalten zu messen, sowie, unsere Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu entwickeln und zu verbessern. ROCKLAND Rockland police are asking for the publics help after a woman was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene. The following Saturday, April 1, the 48th running of the Passagassawaukeag River Race will start at 11 A recent Maine-based magazine ran a feature about winter surfing in Maine. BELFAST A Hampden man was arrested Feb. 21, in relation to an overnight break-in at Belfasts Tire Warehouse, according to a media release from Belfast Police Chief Robert Cormier. All rights reserved. Beach owns 3 Bug Farm, a diversified organic vegetable farm in Two-hour delayed opening this morning at Mid-Coast Solid Waste Transfer Station. BELFASTLike homemade strands of popcorn on a Christmas tree, hundreds of Maine Supreme Judicial Court remands dispute concerning intertidal zone, Nordic Aquafarms interests, back to Waldo County Court. by Stephen Betts March 9, 2012 Updated March 11, 2012. Mid-Coast Solid Waste will have a two hour delay today, March 1, 2023, opening at 10 a.m. MAC All-Star Classic basketball game returns March 10. Please, please, please. He also says: I cant touch. Berdetta Hodge, Councilmember. ROCKLAND Knox County Commissioners met via Zoom Tuesday, February 14. The winner chose the cash option Hampden man charged after Belfast Police find truck filled with alleged stolen tires. The games Rockland firefighters called to Weatherend at the end of a day of weather. UNITY John Foster Hall, 80, of Unity died February 17, 2023 at Sebasticook Valley Hospital in Pittsfield. Criminal charges will be forthcoming. ROCKLAND The City of Rockland recommences its city-wide parking ban in Rockland Thursday night, at 8 p.m. Tyler Robertson Executive director of Maines public defense agency will resign. June 6, 2022, 4:45 PM PDT. The group continued walking around town, being disorderly, yelling and using vulgarities. "I'm drowning," Sean Bickings, 34, told Tempe Police Department officers during the May 28 incident at Tempe Town Lake, according to a video transcript released by the city and reviewed by Insider. VillageSoup Showcase News Waterfront: Many voices weigh in on offshore wind plan The idea of floating offshore wind installations in the Gulf of Maine has raised fears and concerns from environmentalists and fishermen alike. This Week in Lincolnville: We Moved It County Administrator Andrew Hart cited the mil rate at .001048536 ROCKLAND The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Feb. 6-10. Colorful paper mittens cheer the Belfast Co-op and keep people fed. The plans for the massive rifle range did not materialize. A man drowned in an Arizona lake last month, and as he pleaded for help, struggling in the water, local police officers standing by refused to rescue him, according to officials and a body-camera-footage transcript. Leaving vehicles unlocked with the keys inside in no way gives someone consent to take your vehicle; however locking your vehicle and never leaving the keys inside while unintended are the first steps to preventing any auto theft, police stated. Christopher Beaulieu was arrested by Hampden Police on several charges. Before Bickings drowned, an officer is heard asking him, What are you doing, my friend?, In the transcript, an officer asks him, So whats your plan right now?, Bickings responds: Im going to drown. In total, three kayaks have been reported stolen from the boat racks provided for public use by. Stay up to date with what you want to know. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. Police said one juvenile commented to an officer recently that he just turned seventeen and said so a year from now, you can take me straight to jail. The officer did his best to explain that was not our goal and it should not be his either. He pleaded guilty Oct. 11, 2022, in the federal court to the conspiracy to commit wire fraud charge. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) Reauthorization Act of 2023. Vehicle was also involved in crash in Belfast. WALDOBORO Jean Meredith (Bordo) Lawrence, 83, of Waldoboro, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2023. The pair, who were cooperative, denied that there had been any physical altercation, the Tempe statement said. The suspect's shooting occurred two weeks before he was to be sentenced in Michigan for defrauding a Native American tribe of more than $1 million. Rockland police seeks information on vandalism spree. Rockland police received a report Monday, May 23 of a vehicle stolen from Tillson Avenue. Officers are trained to call the Fire Department or get the Tempe Police boat. Rockland Police Department have been in contact with parents and guardians, who report at least one of the children has not been home in weeks and they are unable to control their child, pleading for the juvenile court system to help. At one point, two officers said that another officer was "going to get the boat," the transcript says. We will ensure the continuity of our excellent police services while expeditiously and thoughtfully selecting a new Chief to working alongside the community and lead the department into the future," Ching said. Bickings, whom city officials described as an "unsheltered Tempe community member," drowned after he jumped into the lake but wasn't able to swim. The winner of the $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot has come forward to accept their winnings through the limited liability company LaKoma Island Investments, LLC. The investigation ultimately determined the suspect shot himself and tried to make it appear as though an attempted robbery had occurred. I cant lose him. He was a man of John Howard Larrabee II, 23, of Knox, Maine, became heaven's newest angel on February 03, 2023, when he lost his battle with mental illness. The bipartisan legislation will Mills administration releases comprehensive plan to responsibly advance offshore wind in Maine. ROCKLAND A 46-year-old Rockland man was arrested Monday afternoon, accused of driving a car stolen in Rockland and being involved in a crash with the vehicle in Belfast. Police body-camera footage released by the city shows what led up to the moments before Bickings jumped into the water. Of the five vehicles stolen, one was taken by a suspect known to the owner, with the remaining four being stolen from driveways at random. During the incident the juveniles, were yelling vulgarities, giving the middle finger and threatening to fight officers and Hannaford staff. ROCKLAND A Warren man who was arrested early Monday morning, Feb. 27, for allegedly assaulting a woman multiple times during an altercation made his initial court appearance the same day in Knox Belfast Maskers to perform A Doll's House,Part 2 through innovative in the round. Probation Office said that Chester Dunicans offenses call for a prison sentence of 63 to 78 months. Beaulieu faces charges in Waldo County in addition to the theft charge in Rockland. BELFAST The streets of Belfast were filled with visitors bundled up against the cold day in order to participate in the the third Annual Ice Festival, which is taking place this weekend, Feb.24-26 ROCKLAND The following deed transfers were recorded in the Knox County Registry of Deeds Feb. 13-17. The owners abandoned the property after accepting more than 27,000 tons of waste, leaving the property covered with huge mounds of uncovered materials as far as the eye can see. Rockland police were called to the store Feb.. MODERN CONVENIENCES. Open to all, supported by readers. ", Moments after Bickings went into the water, an officer asked him, "So what's your plan right now? Join for as little as $2.99 per month and support local journalism on a community hub that serves everyone. ROCKLAND Rockland firefighters found fire in a wall of a furniture business, March 1, after a water flow alarm alert was passed along to 911 dispatch from a remote security company at approximately 12:20 a.m. Born in ROCKLAND Ruth E. Batty, 92, died peacefully, following an extended decline due to dementia, Friday, February 17, 2023 at VASSALBORO Beverly A. Perry, age 86, died Monday, February 20, 2023 at the Oak Grove Center in Waterville following a long Lincoln County Democrats elect new officers, Gov. Help me.". According to the transcript, another officer tells Bickings to go to the pylon and hold on before he tells Bickings he is not jumping in after him. Police also recovered a second vehicle stolen from Cushing. "I'm drowning," Sean Bickings, 34, told Tempe Police Department officers during the May 28 incident at Tempe Town Lake, according . Alton grew Charles Edward Gilmore, 75, of Searsport, completed his journey on this earth on February 8, 2023. Try out creative tools at Art Petting Zoo at Camden Public Library. While the later ROCKPORT Winnie Heath Snow, 100, formerly of Bay View Street in Camden, died on February 8, 2023 at the home of her daughter, Beth Snow in Rockport. One officer responded to Bickings, "OK, I'm not jumping in after you," moments after another officer instructed Bickings to head over to a pylon, the transcript shows. The State of Volunteerism at the Rockland Kiwanis Club. A person of interest has been identified by police following an investigation but police are asking for the public to contact Detective Anne Griffith if they have any information to help with the investigation. On Dec. 7, 2022, residents finally agreed to foreclose and take ownership of the land after reaching an agreement with the Maine DEP that the town would not be liable. New body camera video shows Arizona man pleading officers for help before drowning. With a significant storm arriving this evening, Feb. 22, that is expected to bring heavy snow and sleet and create hazardous road conditions across the state, Governor Mills has directed all State of Maine man in custody for actions at U.S. Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021.