Community Happenings

Camden Dermatology adds new doctor

Dec 13
Dr. Morris Minton has joined the team at Camden Dermatology & Mohs Surgery, 195 Union St., which provides dermatological care for all age groups, ...
St. George School announces first-trimester honor roll

Dec 12
The following students at St. George School qualified for the honor roll for the first trimester. Eighth grade: High Honors: Willow McConochie, ...
Salvation Army to hold 'Kettle Blitz' Dec. 13

Dec 11
The Rockland Salvation Army will take part in a "Kettle Blitz" Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with a goal of raising $40,000 for the day. The ...
Midcoast Recreation Center offers new classes

Dec 10
Midcoast Recreation Center, 535 West St., Rockport, has introduced two new classes for children. Learn to Skate Hockey for Tots and Snowplow SAM ...
Five reasons to say yes

Dec 10
Do you have a place in your home, and your heart, for another family member? These five beauties are ready to find their forever home - ready and ...
Waldoboro woman becomes bank senior vice president

Dec 07
Marcia Benner has recently been promoted to senior vice president, chief administrative officer at Damariscotta Bank & Trust Co. In her new role, ...
Day of Giving to support UMC

Dec 07
Businesses and restaurants across the Midcoast will donate to United Midcoast Charities' grants programs, based on purchases made on Dec. 8, a Day ...
Synagogue prepares to serve 29th annual Christmas meal

Dec 07
Members of Adas Yoshuron Synagogue in Rockland and many community volunteers are getting ready for the 29th Annual Christmas Day Community Dinner ...
Grammar School students show compassion

Dec 07
Several students at Thomaston Grammar School were recognized for the attribute of compassion Wednesday, Nov. 26. Students were presented with a ...
Santa to visit Coastal Children's Museum Dec. 15

Dec 06
The Coastal Children's Museum, 75 Mechanic St., will transform into Santa's Workshop Saturday, Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Santa will visit ...
Yoga and cello program set to soothe Dec. 20

Dec 06
The Dancing Elephant , 16 School St., presents a program featuring yoga led by Taylor Ackerman accompanied by Robin Lane on cello Dec. 20 from ...
UMA Rockland has scholarship funds for new, returning students

Dec 05
The University of Maine Augusta Rockland Center has local scholarships for first-time students and those who are returning who have completed ...
Girls on the Run seeks to expand, plans meeting Dec. 18

Dec 05
Girls on the Run, a youth development program ,seeks to expand in the Midcoast. The public is invited to the Rockland Public Library, 80 Union ...
Midcoast lens: Feathered visitor

Dec 04
Corrie Borges of Thomaston sent in a photo of a cardinal eating pumpkin seeds she put out in her yard during the sleet of Dec. 2.
Volunteer mediators needed for consumer complaints

Dec 04
The Maine Attorney General's Office is recruiting volunteer mediators for the Consumer Mediation Service, with the next training scheduled for ...
Curtis nominated as Rotary district governor for 2021-2022

Dec 03
Rockland Rotary Club's Doug Curtis Jr., has been nominated as Rotary District 7790's governor for 2021-2022, one of Rotary's highest leadership ...
Grandma wants a puppy for Christmas! (Or does she?)

Dec 03
How tempting it is to surprise a family member or friend with a holiday puppy or kitten. “Grandma's lonely and needs a furry companion,” you ...
Children, adults enjoy South School game night

Dec 03
South School held a family game night Thursday, Nov. 29, and invited families to enjoy games, pizza and dessert. A variety of board and card games ...
Winter Wassail Celebration at Merryspring Nature Center Dec. ...

Dec 03
Merryspring Nature Center will hold its annual Winter Wassail Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 2 to 5 p.m. This free community celebration ...
Camden Library hosts talk on Seasonal Affective Disorder Dec. ...

Dec 03
The Camden Public Library, 55 Main St., welcomes Dr. Marianne Bernadino on Thursday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. to discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder. ...
Lost, Found and Looking
Shy Ruby is a gem waiting to shine in the right home

Dec 01
Our pet pick of the week is Ruby, a 3-year old brown-and-white tabby. This shy girl has really come out of her shell while at the shelter and is ...
Santa books it to the library Dec. 15

Nov 30
Santa Claus will visit with children at the Waldoboro Public Library, 958 Main St., Saturday, Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Washington news

By Charlotte Henderson - Nov 30
Washington Warming Center established Power out? There's help. If you, a friend, relative or neighbor need a place to get warm during an extended ...
Service of Lessons and Carols offers an Advent pause Dec. 16

Nov 30
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 11 White St., will hold a Lessons and Carols service Sunday, Dec. 16, at 5:30 p.m. The service first became popular ...
Ashwood Waldorf School to present Winter Revels - Joy!

Nov 30
Ashwood Waldorf School will present Winter Revels: Joy!, a free, family-friendly performance at the Camden Opera House on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 4 ...
Health & Wellness Fair comes to library Dec. 8

Nov 29
Maine Family Planning and the Rockland Public Library present the "Be Happy, Be Healthy: Health & Wellness Information Fair" Saturday, Dec. 8, ...
Camden Conference presents talk on China in Africa Dec.18

Nov 29
The Camden Conference presents Professor Paul Holman at the Camden Public Library, 55 Main St., Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. He will discuss “China ...
New year to see start of Scout troop for girls

Nov 29
A new scouting troop is being created strictly for young women, ages 11 to 17 under the former Boy Scouts of America requirements and guidelines. ...
Watershed School to hold Coffee House Dec. 14

By Morgan Brooke - Nov 27
Watershed School will hold its annual Coffee House on Friday, Dec. 14, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bagel Café in Camden. Each year, students, alumni, ...
Gift-wrapping offered at Maine Sport Outfitters

Nov 26
Maine Sport Outfitters, in Rockport, is partnering with four local organizations for holiday gift-wrapping at their Rockport location, 115 ...
Camden kicks off Christmas By the Sea Nov. 30

Nov 12
Camden's annual Christmas By the Sea celebration kicks off the first weekend of December. The event begins Friday afternoon, Nov. 30. Downtown ...