Fisherman’s body located from Dyer Bay
The Maine Marine Patrol says a fisherman’s body was recovered in Dyer Bay in Steuben Wednesday.
Authorities say 63-year-old Thomas West of Steuben was found near his lobster boat that was moored close to the wharf at the end of Merritt Road.
Authorities say Tuesday night is when they learned West was missing after a fisherman reported his boat was running without anyone on board.
Wednesday is when they were notified that his body had been discovered and transferred to a relative’s fishing vessel.
West was taken to the medical examiner’s office in Augusta.
Home in Belfast total loss after fire
Thursday morning, emergency crews responded to a house fire on Oak Hill Road.
Dispatch received the call at around 10:30 a.m.
WABI news reports Belfast Fire says the house is a total loss with extensive damage to the second floor.
Occupants made it out safely and no injuries were reported according to the fire department.
The cause has not been determined.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/04/23/emergency-crews-respond-house-fire-belfast/
Raymond man faces attempted murder charge after crashing into cruiser
A Raymond man now faces attempted murder after crashing into a police cruiser.
Court documents say the crash happened after a high-speed chase.
WABI news reports 22-year-old Riley McClure drove his car head-on into a Bar Harbor police cruiser with an officer inside.
Officials say the officer was not hurt.
WABI news reports McClure is facing 12 charges including aggravated assault, eluding an officer and criminal mischief.
His bail is set at $50,000.
Missing Winslow man found safely
After days of searching, the Maine Warden Service tells Star 97.7 they have safely located 24-year-old Zachary Crothers.
This after authorities got a report the 24-year-old went missing on April 19th and has developmental disabilities.
Authorities want to thank everyone who assisted in the search.
McTeacher’s Night in Ellsworth
Join Ellsworth Elementary Middle School’s parents, teachers and friends community for a fun fundraiser on Monday.
On April 27 starting at 5 p.m., you can see Ellsworth Teacher’s behind the counter at the Ellsworth McDonald’s.
20 percent of all sales from 5-7 will benefit the teachers and staff at EEMS.
The cherry on top is that if you turn in your receipt and vote for your grade you could get the chance to win a Happy Meal Party for your entire grade!
Follow the link below for more information on some McFun!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1425849519296555
Heart of Ellsworth celebrates culture & connection
Make sure you visit Downtown Ellsworth the first weekend of May for a few reasons.
Heart of Ellsworth invites community members to celebrate culture and connection!
On Friday, May 1, from 4 to 6 p.m., you can enjoy the Seaweed Social: Voices of Frenchman Bay, to celebrate Maine’s seaweed harvest.
It makes it special that Ellsworth is also the first accredited Main Street community in the entire state to spotlight Seaweed week.
Then on Saturday, May 2 join community members for Jane’s Walk to check out downtown history and art.
Finally on May 3, at 5:30 p.m. enjoy a dining experience at Provender Kitchen and Bar to support Heart of Ellsworth’s mission.
For event details just follow the link below.
