Belgrade – The Portland Press Herald

Unidentified floating objects? Belgrade’s Great Pond residents intrigued by unmanned vessels

by Jake Freudberg October 26, 2025October 26, 2025

Some residents want to know who is operating the unmanned watercraft, which seem to be mapping the lake floor and have been seen elsewhere.

Do This, Local & State, News, Outdoors

Augusta-made film, lost for 100 years, to have second Colonial Theater premiere

by Keith Edwards September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

‘In the River,’ featuring scenes shot on the Kennebec River and Cobbosseecontee Stream, was found filed under the wrong title at the Library of Congress.

Local & State, News, Politics

Maine property taxes are high. What can lawmakers do about it?

by Randy Billings September 25, 2025September 29, 2025

A new task force met for the first time to issue recommendations for easing the property tax burden. Finding a solution could be tricky.

Local & State, News

Belgrade Boy Scout Camp no longer for sale, but future is in limbo

by Keith Edwards August 17, 2025August 18, 2025

The Pine Tree Council is reviewing what to do with Camp Bomazeen in wake of court ruling affirming a condition placed on the deed of the camp if sold.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Mom accuses Belgrade private school of assaulting, secluding child

by Riley Board August 8, 2025August 10, 2025

A Chelsea mother has filed a lawsuit against the Belgrade-based Central Maine Learning Center, alleging school officials falsified documents to cover up her disabled son’s assault by a staff member.

Local & State, News

Gardiner silent film festival to feature canine star from Maine

by Keith Edwards August 4, 2025August 4, 2025

Dog Day Afternoon: A Celebration of Canine Stars in Silent Film will feature Jean, a collie from Eastport, movies shot in Maine and live music, all hosted by Belgrade film restorer Ed Lorusso.