Millinocket, Maine — Week of June 19-25, 2026

Millinocket, ME (pop. 4,000) -- Penobscot County. Week of June 19-25, 2026.

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Town Government

The Millinocket Town Council convened on Friday, June 20, 2026, with Chair Sarah Jenkins presiding. Town Manager David Peterson presented an overview of bids received for the Millinocket Lake Road Resurfacing Project. After review, the council voted to award the contract to Katahdin Paving and Excavation, Inc., which submitted the lowest bid of $185,000. The award is pending a final administrative review by Town Engineer Michael Clark (June 20 Town Council Agenda).

Separately, the Planning Board met on Monday, June 22, 2026, chaired by Robert Miller. A significant item on their agenda was the preliminary review of a new communication tower proposal from KATAHDIN COMMUNICATIONS, INC. The proposed tower, intended for a WSYY FM Studio and located near Maple Street, aims to enhance local radio broadcast capabilities across the Katahdin region. Board members discussed initial details from the FAA OE/AAA filing and considered potential visual impacts. A public hearing on the proposal has been scheduled for early July to gather community input. (July 5 Planning Board Meeting Agenda)

The Board of Appeals did not hold a meeting this week.

Schools

The Millinocket School Board held its regular meeting on Saturday, June 21, 2026, led by Chair Emily White. The board approved several crucial facility maintenance projects slated for completion during the upcoming summer break. These projects include roof repairs at Stearns High School and necessary HVAC system upgrades at Granite Street Elementary School. Superintendent Mark Johnson provided a detailed budget overview for these initiatives, totaling $75,000. The board also reviewed preliminary enrollment projections for the next academic year, noting a slight increase in kindergarten registrations.

Police

The Millinocket Police Department responded to 42 calls for service between Friday, June 19, and Thursday, June 25. On June 20, officers investigated a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Penobscot Avenue and Central Street. No serious injuries were reported, and one driver received a citation for failure to yield. On June 23, police responded to a report of a residential burglary on Elm Street, where several electronic items were reported stolen after entry was gained through a rear window. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Additionally, a noise complaint on Katahdin Avenue on the evening of June 24 resulted in officers issuing a verbal warning to residents regarding excessive music volume.

Fire & EMS

The Millinocket Fire Department and EMS crews responded to 18 calls for service over the past week. On June 19, crews were dispatched to a brush fire in a wooded area off Medway Road. The fire, which affected approximately half an acre, was quickly brought under control with mutual aid assistance from the Medway Fire Department. No structures were threatened. On June 25, EMS personnel responded to a medical emergency on Pond Street, transporting an individual to Millinocket Regional Hospital for further medical attention.

Real Estate

The Penobscot County Registry of Deeds recorded several property transactions in Millinocket this week. A single-family home at 12 Birch Street, featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms, sold for $195,000. A commercial lot located at 25 Main Street, previously a retail establishment, was purchased for $110,000, indicating potential for new development. A rustic cabin on Maplewood Lane, offering seasonal access and views of Mount Katahdin, changed hands for $85,000. Additionally, a two-unit residential property at 7 Cedar Street sold for $220,000.

Permits

The Town Office issued the following building permits this week:

  • 15 Pine Street: Residential deck addition.
  • 30 Katahdin Avenue: Solar panel installation on a single-family home.
  • 8 Penobscot Avenue: Replacement of commercial signage for "Millinocket Outfitters."
  • 22 Railroad Street: Construction of a new storage shed.
  • 5 Spruce Street: Interior renovation for kitchen and bathroom.
  • 10 Central Street: New roof installation for a multi-family dwelling.

Coming Up

  • July 1, 2026: Millinocket Town Council Meeting, 4:30 PM, Town Council Chambers. Agenda to include budget adjustments and public works updates.
  • July 4, 2026: Independence Day Celebration at Veterans Memorial Park, featuring a community barbecue and fireworks display.
  • July 5, 2026: Planning Board Meeting, 6:00 PM, Town Office Conference Room. Public hearing scheduled for the KATAHDIN COMMUNICATIONS, INC. tower proposal.
  • July 8, 2026: Millinocket Public Library Summer Reading Program registration deadline.
  • July 10, 2026: Board of Appeals Meeting, 5:00 PM, Town Office. Review of a variance request for a property on Grand Avenue.

This week: 3 boards met, 2 new documents published, 42 police calls, 18 fire/EMS calls, 4 property sales, 6 permits issued.

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