🌱 Why a ‘medical emergency’ forced the Rockland–Vinalhaven ferry to U-turn

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In today's newsletter:

• Why a ‘medical emergency’ forced the Rockland–Vinalhaven ferry to U-turn
• Why an Arkansas sex offender keeps landing in Rockland-area custody
• Why a Knox County judge may change bail in a child’s death case

Also on today's calendar: Guini Ridge Farm Christmas Market and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: An afternoon snow shower, with a high of 37 and low of 12 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
• Friday: Partly sunny; windy, colder, temps: high: 26, low: 14.
• Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 30 and low of 18 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• ‘Medical Emergency' On Midcoast Island Ferry Stops Boat, Ends In Violent Arrest (themainewire.com) — A Vinalhaven ferry had to turn back shortly after leaving the Rockland dock when a reported medical emergency turned into a police matter. Rockland officers and EMS met the boat, ultimately arresting a Vinalhaven man on drug and bail-violation charges after an alleged struggle, briefly delaying mail service to the island.
   

• Arkansas Sex Offender Arrested 2nd Time in Maine for Failing to Register (wgan.com) — Rockland residents should know that a 23-year-old Arkansas man previously arrested in Rockland for failing to register as a sex offender has been arrested again in Maine on similar charges. Police say a recent traffic stop revealed he was still not complying with state registration and check-in requirements, and he is now being held at Knox County Jail.
   

• Suspect in 22-month-old Knox County child's death seeks bail changes (bangordailynews.com) — A high-profile Knox County manslaughter case tied to a Rockland workplace is back in court as the defendant seeks looser bail conditions and permission to return to Louisiana. Prosecutors maintain confidence in their case over the 2024 death of 22‑month‑old Quayshawn Wilson, while the defense argues the mistrial and disputed medical evidence justify reduced restrictions.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rockland

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Friday December 12

• Fresh Brewed News
  Villager Cafe, 25 Mechanic St, Camden
  10:30 am

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Other local events

Saturday December 13

• Guini Ridge Farm Christmas Market
  Guini Ridge Farm & Garden Center , 310 Commercial St , Rockport
  9:00 am
• SynthClub!: A Monthly Electronic Music Club for Beginners to Advanced Users
  Rockland Public Library , 80 Union St #2925 , Rockland
  10:00 am

Sunday December 14

• Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit
  Hole In the Wall Bagels Inc , 754 Main St , Rockland
  9:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday December 11

• Winter Concert
  Appleton Village School Rockport, ME 04856
  6:00 pm

Friday December 12

• Snow Date for Winter Concert
  Appleton Village School Rockport, ME 04856
  6:00 pm

Saturday December 13

• Kid Christmas Craft Class
  Guini Ridge Farm & Garden Center , 310 Commercial St , Rockport
  10:00 am
• WinterKids Family Day @ Midcoast Recreation Center
  MidCoast Recreation Center , 535 West St , Rockport
  12:00 pm

Tuesday December 16

• Free Appraisal Day (Morning Session)
  Thomaston Place Auction Galleries , Inc. , Thomaston
  10:00 am
• Cooking: Sourdough Bread 12.16.25 - Rockport, ME 2025
  Camden Hills Regional High School , 25 Keelson Dr , Rockport
  5:30 pm

Thursday December 18

• Cooking: Sourdough Bread 12.18.25 - Rockport, ME 2025
  Camden Hills Regional High School , 25 Keelson Dr , Rockport
  5:30 pm

Friday December 19

• Kongero — Rockport Opera House
  Rockport Opera House , 6 Central St , Rockport
  7:00 pm

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🗞 Nearby News

Rockport

• This Maine cook finishes her 2025 culinary bucket list with a family recipe (pressherald.com)

Camden

• Meet 10 southern Maine girls swimmers to watch in 2025-26 (pressherald.com)
• You haven't been to Maine until you've visited these small towns (nationalgeographic.com)
• Maine State Parks host Guided Hikes On New Year's Day (i95rocks.com)

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