Necessary building closures and ceasing of in-person programs has led to the creation of Waterfall’s second Facebook page, which focuses on content for kids and families. Kids can attend free storytime and artmaking sessions via Facebook Live every Friday with educator Bridget Matros, find daily “Creative Challenges,” and share images of artwork they’re making at […]
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Belfast long-term care facility with COVID-19 outbreak has a history of health violations
The Commons at Tall Pines, where 23 people have tested positive, did not substantially meet program requirements in 2018 or 2019.
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Marissa Kennedy’s mother gets 48 years for the 10-year-old’s murder
The 35-year-old mother was convicted in December of depraved indifference murder.
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An odd Christmas gift: Learning to tree farm
In his wildest dreams, central Maine copy editor and sports reporter Dave Dyer never imagined living in — and running — a Christmas tree farm.
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Stepfather gets 55 years for murdering girl, in abuse case that exposed flaws in child protection system
Julio Carrillo had pleaded guilty to what the judge called the ‘formalized and repeatedly ritual torture’ of 10-year-old Marissa Kennedy. His family members asked the judge for mercy during an emotional sentencing hearing.
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Stockton Springs man pleads guilty to murdering 10-year-old stepdaughter
Julio Carrillo’s sentencing for the death of Marissa Kennedy is scheduled for August. Prosecutors say they will take his wife to trial on the same charge.
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Maine man accused of killing 10-year-old stepdaughter will plead guilty to murder
While Carrillo will admit that he killed Marissa Kennedy and face life in prison, an attorney for his wife, Sharon Carrillo, will ask the state to drop the murder charge against her.
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Belfast supplying tents to house the homeless
Belfast, like many Maine cities and towns, doesn’t have a homeless shelter and can’t put people in hotel rooms during the summer.
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State police say man stole truck from Belfast school bus lot
The 54-year-old transient was arrested and charged with operating under the influence, operating after suspension and unauthorized used of property.
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Belfast has markets, festivals and history overlooking the bay
It’s a lively spot by the sea with an eclectic mix of artisans, farmers, boat builders, railway buffs, lively festivals and Scottish frolics.