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. 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. Dunican said, however, it needed to accept polyester fiber scraps from the former Gates Formed-Fibre Products, Inc. of Auburn to create berms for the rifle range. Officers informed him swimming is not allowed in the lake. 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. Officers informed them they were running their names through a database for outstanding arrest warrants, which is customary, when Bickings climbed a 4-foot metal fence, entered the water and began swimming, according to the Tempe statement and the bodycam video. Prosecutor Michael Dugandzic argued the . He pleaded guilty Oct. 11, 2022, in the federal court to the conspiracy to commit wire fraud charge. 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. Camden Keryn BELFAST The following cases were closed in Waldo County Unified Court Feb. 16-22. The Rockland Police Department has received multiple reports over the past few weeks of stolen kayaks. Stay up to date with what you want to know. 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An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court Camden issues two parking bans, March 4, and again, March 5 into early Monday morning, March 6. BELFAST The Belfast City Council will hold its regularly scheduled public meeting Feb. 21, at 7 p.m., to address an agenda that includes seating for upcoming Ice Festival, updates on City website Knox man will serve four years, six months after stealing truck, trying to take police cruiser. Agenda items included setting the county's mil rate for 2023. The Knox County Administrative Offices, Knox Winter storm closes Maine State offices Thursday; closes, delays Knox County organizations. Additionally, a second stolen vehicle, a green 2021 Jeep Cherokee stolen from a driveway in Cushing, was recovered by officers in the parking lot of the Trackside restaurant in Rockland. 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. 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. "He didn't do nothing wrong. The town had balked at foreclosing on the property out of concern of being liable for the environmental cleanup. Rockland police responded to three separate incidents where threats and actual violence occurred, police reported this past Saturday night. The woman was found on North Main Street near Blake Street. 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. Appleton Suzette L. Gilbert to Samuel M. Kiley and Christine A. Darwin. Most abortion clinics in Maine offer medicinal abortions only, meaning a Texas lawsuit seeking to ban the most popular pill to end pregnancy could have a major impact on women in the state seeking BELFAST The Waldo County Sheriffs Department reported the following activity Feb. 12-28. Thanks to our readers and especially our supporters who help to keep PenBayPilot.com an open and accessible community hub. At least one of the juveniles (as young as 13-years-old) had been issued a prior trespass warning for the property. Mills appoints Lincolnville man to Maine Technology Institute board. AUGUSTA Governor Janet Mills has nominated Jed Beach of Lincolnville to the Maine Technology Institute Board (MTI) of Directors. Police quickly identified the suspect and issued an alert on Facebook, as well as notifying local, county, and state law enforcement. 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. 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. Back in 1997, Chester and Kathleen Dunican bought land off Route 90 in Warren under the corporate name of Steamship Navigation Company. Drop in any time to try out a variety of fun, creative, 2023 new umpire classes scheduled for Midcoast. Below is the schedule for those impacted state championship games. The State of Volunteerism at the Rockland Kiwanis Club. The Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers recorded in February: Alna: Baston, Douglas C. and Baston, Barbara J. to Richards, Timothy and Verney, AIO director to talk online of significant enrollment increases. 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. 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. 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. Thanks to our readers and especially our supporters who help to keep PenBayPilot.com an open and accessible community hub. Beginning Friday, February 24, ice Belfast City Council to discuss Spirit of America, poet laureate committee, Wight Street reconstruction project. The union's statement added that city police officers do not get training in water rescues and do not have equipment to help people who are drowning. Thats my concern. At a Feb. 13 vote of four to one, with Councilor Nicole Kalloch Rockland initiates second part of parking ban for Feb. 23. Mid-Coast Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed ALL DAY February 23, due to winter storm. The third annual MAC All-Star Classic basketball game and three-point contest returns on Friday, March 10 featuring Midcoast high school boy and girl players from Belfast to Boothbay. 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. Waldo County YMCA to host river races at end of March 2023. She also says: Hes everything I got. Rockland Police have had at least five recent reports of stolen vehicles. A quick connect to elected officials and frequently contacted city departments and services. The vandalism involved swastikas, homophobic and racial slurs having been spray-painted on public, private and RSU-13 property. 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. Being self employed has its benefits. Antonio Planas is a breaking news reporter for NBC News Digital. This Week in Lincolnville: We Moved It 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. (WGME) ROCKLAND (WGME) -- Seven people were detained by U.S. Border Patrol in Rockland after a possible theft at the Home Depot. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) Reauthorization Act of 2023. He soon went under and did not resurface, the city said. It also made public a transcript of what officials say Bickings said as he struggled in the lake, along with comments by officers who were close by. On Jan. 16 at about 2 a.m., a vehicle was reported to have just been stolen from a driveway on Ocean Street in Rockland. Rockland police plead to court and Legislature to help with juvenile crisis, Camden public hearings planned on marijuana retail stores, pier regulations, The Strand Theatre: The show has gone on for 100 years, Triumphant return of the Maine Fishermens Forum, Exhibition On Screen film featuresMary Cassatt, Camden town budget draft released for FY2024, Mining opponents organize forum with panelists, Knox County Food Council features AIO Food and Energy Assistance. AUGUSTA Governor Janet Mills has nominated Jed Beach of Lincolnville to the Maine Technology Institute Board (MTI) of Directors. This Week in Lincolnville: Backyard Chicken Ranching. CAMDEN There will be a winter parking ban for all downtown Camden streets, except for the Public Safety lot on Washington Street, and the 5 & Dime lot on Mechanic Street, from 9 p.m. Wednesday Rockland Yacht Club presents adventures sailing in Norway. Seconds before Bickings jumped into the water, he said to the officers, "I'm going to go for a swim," before adding, "I'm free to go, right?" At one point, two officers said that another officer was "going to get the boat," the transcript says. According to Village Soup, among the targets hit by vandals was the CedarWorks playset at Mildred Merrill Park. Mid-Coast Public Advisory Committee for Knox County Regional Airport announces vacancies, Two Route 90 crashes within minutes slow traffic on Wednesday, New business: Maine Cup puts state coffee industry at the forefront, The sea is rising, and so is the angst for coastal homeowners. We have been broadcasting since 2002 and streaming since 2004. The bipartisan legislation will Mills administration releases comprehensive plan to responsibly advance offshore wind in Maine. IE 11 is not supported. ROCKLAND (WGME) -- A Bangor man faces several charges after police said he barricaded himself inside the Trade Winds hotel in Rockland Sunday, causing a standoff.Timothy St. Thomas, 61, was taken . During this time, complaints from the Rockland Public Library regarding the juveniles were also being reported. Appleton Lori Richter and Kent Richter to Alyson Goldstein, Jacob Tobias, Susan Wiegers, and Knox County Retired Educators meet March 8. Beaulieu faces charges in Waldo County in addition to the theft charge in Rockland. He is being held without bond in the Arlington County Detention Facility. The system is patting itself on the back for keeping juveniles out of secure juvenile facilities, while turning a blind eye to the fact that by doing so, they are not only ignoring public safety and the quality of life of our citizens but also doing nothing to help these juveniles. WALDOBORO Jean Meredith (Bordo) Lawrence, 83, of Waldoboro, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2023. Im going to drown., The same officer then says, No, youre not.. A pre-sentence report by the U.S. When officers arrived, they spoke with Bickings and the woman, who officials said cooperated with police and denied that any physical confrontation had taken place. The woman was found in the road at 10:19 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, according to Rockland Interim Deputy Police Chief Alex Gaylor. 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. Officers turned the juveniles away and any further thefts were thwarted. We are grateful to those who already participate. County Commissioners authorized Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission to seek a Maine Sea Grant to partner with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and other partners focusing on Canadian mining exploration company looks for metals in the midcoast. Copyright 2022 WABI. Rockland police are asking for the public's help after a woman was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene. Your support is even more critical during rapidly changing times, when communication is paramount. During the incident the juveniles, were yelling vulgarities, giving the middle finger and threatening to fight officers and Hannaford staff. Last Monday was a holiday. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Bickings then says: Please help me. Lindahl joined the Rockland department in 1997. 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. He grew up in SOUTH THOMASTON Alton S. Hilchey, 71, died at his home, after a period of declining health. "I can't touch. one officer asked, the footage shows. I cant lose him. Rockland police received a report Monday, May 23 of a vehicle stolen from Tillson Avenue. Some of the 27,000 tons of waste left behind by Randall Dunican on property off Route 90 in Warren. An arrest or summons does not constitute a conviction, and those charged are considered innocent unless Lincoln County property transfers in February. Upon the officers arrival, they found a group of approximately eight juveniles, walking away from the Recreation Center toward the Rockland Public Library. By Antonio Planas and Caroline Radnofsky. His time began on April 16, 1947, the son of Alton and Gladys (Dunbar) Gilmore. She was born to Peter and Lillian (Reynolds) Surek in Rockland, April 18, 1931. 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. All rights reserved. ROCKLAND Rockland police are asking for the publics help after a woman was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene. ROCKLAND Rockland police has made its strongest plea to date about needing action by the state to deal with lawlessness by young people. Several vehicles parked just off Main Street were spray-painted as well. The vandalism involved swastikas, homophobic and racial slurs having been spray-painted on public, private and RSU-13 property. A 1997 newspaper clipping from The Courier-Gazette of Chester Randall Dunican unveiling what he said was his plans for a rifle range in Warren. Police responded about 5 a.m. to the citys Center for the Arts after a reported disturbance between Bickings and a female companion, according to the city's account. 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. Throughout his career, he held many roles, including field training officer, certified instructor for the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, crisis . BELFAST A Knox man will spend four years six months in prison after being sentenced on charges across six separate cases in Waldo County Unified Court Feb. 10. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: Rockland Police are investigating at least 5. There has been no word from the court on whether sentencing would be postponed. He swam about 30 to 40 yards before repeatedly indicating he was in distress. ROCKLAND The U.S. Border Patrol detained seven foreign individuals Saturday for possible theft of merchandise from the Home Depot store in Rockland. Rockland Police Department thanked the Waldo County Sheriffs Office and Hampden Public Safety for their assistance with this investigation. The order will continue until 9 a.m., Friday morning, Feb. 24, 2023. Upon his recovery, police arrested him on the charges. Beach owns 3 Bug Farm, a diversified organic vegetable farm in Saturdays basketball state championship games postponed. 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. Rockland Police identified several juveniles involved, including at least one as young as 11-years-old. Bickings, whom city officials described as an "unsheltered Tempe community member," drowned after he jumped into the lake but wasn't able to swim. Arlene Chin, Councilmember. Help me., Bickings female companion is quoted telling officers Bickings is drowning. Given the lack of enforcement options provided by the court and juvenile probation, Rockland Police monitored the juveniles but did not engage in what would have resulted in a physical altercation with the juveniles being immediately released. knox.villagesoup.com Man accused of violently resisting arrest in Rockland Affidavit said an officer was struck and kicked during the lengthy struggle. Become an online member today: To manage your account, just hover and click on your name above. Updated: Dunican arrested for faking being shot in robbery, Rockland Council to consider hiring lawyer to toughen cell tower laws, Rockland area crews respond to Industrial Park fire, Triumphant return of the Maine Fishermens Forum, Exhibition On Screen film featuresMary Cassatt, Camden town budget draft released for FY2024, Mining opponents organize forum with panelists, Knox County Food Council features AIO Food and Energy Assistance. Born in Rockland, May 16, 1951, he was the son of Gerald L. and Laura M. (Sedgwick) Hilchey. Rockland Officers on patrol quickly located the vehicle nearby, at which point two juvenile suspects attempted to flee on foot. MISSING: Rockland police are asking for the public's help in locating 33-year-old Tyler Gricus of Rockland who was last seen on Friday of last week. Tempe police referred Insider to the city when asked for their response to the incident. One of the older boys picked up a young Arthur Adolphsen and put him between two "big guys on an 18 man bobsled owned by Mouthy Flanders. 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. 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.