Man dies in Hancock from motorcycle crash
On Friday a Sullivan man died following a head-on motorcycle crash.
Maine State Police say just before 8:30 a.m., 44-year-old Jim Hoyt was driving westbound on a motorcycle, crossed into the eastbound lane and collided with a pickup truck in Hancock.
Police say he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say Hoyt was wearing a helmet and the driver of the truck sustained minor injuries from the crash.
The crash remains under investigation.
Member of Robbins family dies from injuries in Searsmont explosion
The Maine Department of Public Safety shared that Alden J. Robbins died from injuries he suffered in the explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont.
The Robbins family shared he died on Thursday.
The family said Robbins was the co-owner of the mill and served as Vice President of Sales for the company.
They expressed gratitude for the care provided by teams at Maine Medical Center and the Sumner Redstone Burn Center at Massachusetts General Hospital.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Company that owns assisted living homes in Hancock & Waldo county faces liens and debts
The owner of at least five Maine assisted living homes in Hancock and Waldo counties faces lawsuits for unpaid debts.
Magnolia Assisted Living faces two major lawsuits.
According to the Bangor Daily news, lawsuits involve alleged unpaid debts that total more than $900,000 on top of multiple liens.
The publication reports there is a pattern of liens on properties in Maine over the last several years including an active case in Waldo County.
The company is based out of Texas.
Northeast Harbor library set to host community circle program
A community collaboration will set the stage for monthly sessions of discussions about grief, affordability of MDI or communicating through conflicting times.
Downeast Restorative Justice and the Northeast Harbor Library will host their community circle program on July 9, August 13 and September 10.
On July 9, participants will discuss processing grief and there’s no expectation expected to show up, listen and be heard.
To learn more about the program follow the link below or give the library a call at 207-276-3333.
Notice for dog owners in Ellsworth
The sun’s out and you’re not the only one ready to get outside but so is your dog.
However, city officials have noticed an uptick in something being left behind after those long walks.
They want to remind dog owners to pick up your pet waste as kids, families, athletes, coaches and visitors explore!
The increase has been noted more on DeMeyer Field and Wilson Field.
Just a reminder to be responsible and carry a bag because that’s one thing patrons don’t want to run into.
https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/a-friendly-reminder-for-dog-owners-pick-up/
Tree Pests and Disease forum
There’s been a major movement in education around protecting our trees across the state as multiple invasive species have been present.
That’s why the City of Ellsworth is hosting an intro to tree pests and disease presentation on Wednesday, July 8.
Attendees will hear from the city’s urban forestry assistant about controlling methods, signs and symptoms related to pest and disease issues seen today.
The free event starts at 6 p.m. and there’s no need to register for the presentation which will be held at the Heart of Ellsworth.
Live auditions at The Grand for ‘Into the Woods’ production
If you’re looking to share your musical talents and love for theatre, we have an opportunity for you!
Head to The Grand in Ellsworth for live theatre auditions for the beloved musical ‘Into the Woods.’
Directed by Stephanie Bradshaw, auditions will be held on Tuesday, July 7 at 6 p.m. and Sunday July 12 at 6:30 p.m. on the Stanley Subaru Stage.
Auditionees will be asked to prepare 16-32 bars of classical musical theater song and bring sheet music or a recorded karaoke track.
Keep in mind acapella singing is not allowed.
For more information on the auditions for the performances which will hit the stage in October, follow the link below.
