Rockland News

Rockland Community Sailing will be putting two 420 sloops in the pool for a Capsize Safety Seminar Saturday, March 29 at the Penobscot Bay YMCA.

U.S. Cellular is inviting current or potential smartphone users to their Device Workshop at 725 Main St. in Rockland, where users can learn more about the features, tips and tricks of a specific device.

Bay Chamber Concert and Farnsworth Art Museum co-host 50-minute concerts featuring faculty members from the University of Southern Maine School of Music, plus soup lunch from Atlantic Bakery, in the downtown Rockland museum's library.

An arrest or summons does not constitute a finding of guilt. An individual charged with a crime is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at criminal proceedings Charles Winpenny, 31, of Rockland was arrested for felony operating under the influence and summoned for operating motor vehicle without a license.

A fire in the attic of a home at 337 Pleasant St. brought Rockland Fire and Emergency Medical Services crews to the scene at 3:10 p.m. March 11. No one was home at the time the fire broke out.

The Rockland CareerCenter, part of the Maine Department of Labor, and in conjunction with its partners offer a variety of services to help people find employment or upgrade skills and employers to find qualified workers.

Benjamin K. Ard, 28, of Troy, burglary, five months in jail, probation revoked; theft by unauthorized taking or transfer, five months in jail, probation revoked; illegal possession of a firearm, five months in jail; theft by unauthorized taking or transfer, five months in jail, ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $350.

City Manager Tom Luttrell told councilors at their Monday night meeting that he met last week with a Maine Department of Transportation representative and raised the issue of the poor condition of Old County Road due to the number of potholes.

The Maine Lighthouse Museum in Rockland is home to the largest collection of lighthouse and U.S. Coast Guard artifacts in the nation.

Rockland's newest large retailer will have its grand opening and ribbon-cutting March 22 on Camden Street, an event that will include the donation of a tractor-trailer load of food to area food pantries.

URock will host an information session on opportunities for graduate Gifted and Talented Education on March 27 at 4:00PM.

Trackside Station, 4 Union St., Rockland. Michelle Robicheau Winchenbach, 35, who grew up in Thomaston, was diagnosed Sept.

Knox County Republicans meet at Trade Winds Motel in Rockland. Social time at 6:30 p.m., meeting begins at 7 p.m. On the agenda, a follow up on the caucus, planning and preparation for future events; fundraisers, campaigns, candidate assistance and the state convention.

Oceanside High School East in Rockland was one of nine Maine high schools that hosted Maine Drama Festival regionals this year.

Musicians, bring instruments and voices and make music together informally at Sail, Power and Steam Museum at Sharp's Point South, 75 Mechanic St., Rockland.

We are looking for employee field technicians that live in surrounding areas of Rockland, ME.

The Maine Central Railroad station in Rockland is a historic site where it still stands today, but for my generation, it is a rail station with memories.

Crafts for children with Susan Beebe, an artist and teacher has taught art to all ages for many years.

The Rockland Crossroads Church of the Nazarene, 50 Camden St., Rockland benefit rummage and bake sale for Paden Robbins and his family.

St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Rockland is so happy to announce the results of the 3rd annual "Share the Love" Community Auction held in early February.