Rockland News

Between six and eight inches of snow are predicted to fall in central Maine overnight Tuesday following the near foot most areas got Sunday.

Barbara A. Wheaton, 66, died peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, Monday, Dec. 16, 2013, at Knox Center for Long Term Care in Rockland.

An early morning crash Saturday, Dec. 14, on Route 17 in Rockport led to the arrest of the driver on multiple charges.

The Narragansett houses five unique condominiums, offering amazing amenities including, security system and elevator, along with designer kitchen, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, custom kitchen cabinets, master bedroom and bath.

River Arts invites the public to an evening of music, refreshments, conversation and art during its opening reception for the "Abstract" juried exhibition Friday, Dec. 20, from 5 to 7 p.m.at its galleries on Route 1. The exhibition of 80 pieces of art, by 60 different artists from all over Maine, includes paintings and sculpture.

Suzanne Chambliss Neil was born in New York City April 18, 1946, the first child of George Franklin Neil and Carabelle Blake Neil.

Inequity in teacher salaries - when looked at by state and district - is marked in this country, and this inequity has a huge impact on schools.

A special meeting was called Dec. 16 to implement arrangements for the Warren Ambulance Service following the death of a 2-month-old Dec. 11. The Board of Selectmen and Town Manager Elaine Clark were set to appoint Richard Lash, Emergency Medical Services director for Waldoboro, as acting ambulance service director of Warren through Jan. 31, 2014 ... (more)

For the fourth consecutive year, the New York-based clothing design company, Eileen Fisher, hosted a special sale to benefit New Hope for Women, the domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking resource center serving Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Waldo counties.

A manicure or pedicure - or both - have been known to not only make one feel better about themselves, but also relieve stress.

Registration is underway for the UMS spring semester, which begins in January. College professionals recommend that people thinking about entering college meet with an advisor before selecting courses.

Abigail Jane Osier was born Dec. 8, 2013, at Pen Bay Medical Center to proud parents Daniel and Cristy Osier of Rockland.

Not just from a national or global perspective but primarily the intent is to examine how our local culture is molded by what's being talked about in the world around us.

After spending more than three months as a student in The Apprenticeshop's intensive boatbuilding course last spring, Dutchman Henk Roelvink sold his shop-built 12-foot John Atkin-designed Nina sailing dinghy to a local Waldoboro man and set off on a tour of the northeastern United States.

Penobscot School, 28 Gay St., Rockland invites all ages, families, children and adults to partake in a holiday event celebrating international holiday traditions from around the world.

Midcoast chorus performs "Black Nativity" and other gospel music arranged by Aaron Robinson at the Camden Opera House, Main Street/Route 1. Cost: $20; free younger than 19. Tickets at Thomaston CafA©; Grasshopper Shop, Rockland; Owl and Turtle Bookshop, Camden; Left Bank Books, Belfast; or downeastsingers.org.

St. Peter's Episcopal Church will celebrate the Rockland community with a free service of Lessons and Carols on December 22nd at 2:00 p.m. In this Anglican tradition of worship, we honor those who bring a message of hope, peace, and service to the common good of all people.

Get your Saturday morning started right with a show that will highlight a specific artist each week with a creative mix of deep track gems including interviews and in depth examination of the influences and times surrounding the artist's creative period.

Local artist Kathleen Hendrick is the featured artist at the office of Dr. Anthony Lee, O.D., 247 Commercial St./Route 1 in the Foxridge Office Park.

More than 40 senior citizens from the area enjoyed the annual luncheon put on by The Samoset Resort Dec. 13. The resort has been organizing the luncheon for more than 20 years - served up by the more than 15 members of management team.