Maine
Maine’s State Police Merit and Citation Awards Ceremony
Vassalboro, Maine (WABI) – Most say it’s just part of the job.
“All of these things that we do daily, help an elderly person stack firewood or any type of the multiple mental health crises that we are responding to every day, that we don’t get recognized for and we don’t want to be recognized for, because that’s what we are, that’s what we do, that’s what a trooper is,” said Colonel William Ross, the keynote speaker for the ceremony. “Someone that doesn’t look for the pat on the back. It’s great when you get one, but that’s not what we are here, We are here to serve.”
Police around the state cherished the recognition they received. They thought of it as a privilege to be among the other award winners. Corporal Blaine Silk of the Northern Field Troop earned the Bravery Award for actions to stop a violent domestic assault. He says any officer in the state would have acted as he did.
“It’s absolutely an honor to get an award any time in your career. For me, it was just the place and time. Anybody else put in those same exact situations in this agency would perform the exact same functions, so I don’t consider myself more brave than anyone else,” said Silk.
Scholarships were given to family of Maine State Police as well as awards to first responders and citizens for their actions in situations to save Mainers in need. Jonathan Maynard and Jessica Deleon were honored for their efforts in stopping a person with a knife in a post office.
“What an honor to be recognized with all of these amazing officers and citizens, and I feel very grateful for that for sure,” said Limerick’s Deleon.
The Legendary Trooper of the Year award, the highest award that can be given to a Maine state trooper, went to Sergeant Frank “Joe” Poirier.
“Joe was and is to this day, one of the most professional and dedicated law enforcement officers to ever serve the citizens of this state. He always treated everyone with the upmost respect. With that, please join me in recognizing retired Sergeant Joe Poirier as this year’s legendary trooper,” announced award presenter retired Major Gary Wright.
Copyright 2024 WABI. All rights reserved.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Press Herald sports writers nominate high school athletes from the prior week’s games.
Readers vote for their top choice and the winner will be announced in the newspapers the following Sunday all season long!
A collective of environmental, arts and Indigenous-led organizations is collaborating to produce We Are the Watershed, a two-day event aimed at reconnecting humans with nature and revitalizing the health of waterways, estuaries, and the bay in Peskotomuhkatikuk (traditional Passamaquoddy territory). Events, including theatrical performances, music, culinary experiences and an exhibition of submitted artwork, will be held on May 1 and 2 at Eastport Arts Center (EAC). A publication of written and visual works will also be released with proceeds to support conservation efforts and spreading awareness of their impacts.
Submissions sought:
Written and visual works are currently sought from artists and creatives on both sides of the border across Peskotomuhkatikuk for the publication, which will be sold by donation at the May event. Proceeds from the sale will be dedicated to related community-building efforts, public engagement, and continued restoration efforts. The deadline for digital submission for the publication is April 1.
Physical works can be dropped off at EAC Sunday, April 26 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to be a part of the exhibition, which will run May 1 through 15. Artists under 18 will receive 100% of the proceeds if they opt to put their pieces up for sale during the exhibit, which will run May 1 through May 15. Artists over 18 will receive 70% of the proceeds with the remainder going toward promoting awareness of and supporting conservation efforts for the Passamaquoddy Bay.
The Eastport Arts Center
Every week through Apr 01, 2026.
Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Event Supported By
Eastport Arts Center
(207) 853-4650
info@eastportartscenter.org
Suit challenges Kansas law that revoked trans people’s updated IDs
Louisiana bill would impose tougher penalties for operating unlicensed gambling websites
2026 Southern Maine Athletes of the Week: Winter Week 12
Maryland family wants answers after boy with special needs breaks leg in class
Michigan Lottery: Woman wins $822K prize after buying ticket during lunch break
Florida High School Football Rankings: Top 25 teams – Oct. 21
Cleary's 21 help Le Moyne down Central Connecticut State 69-64 in OT
How old is Bo Nix? What to know about Oregon quarterback ahead of 2024 NFL Draft
99th annual Pony Swim held in Virginia
Indiana Members Credit Union announced as new anchor tenant at Bottleworks District
Where Iran’s ballistic missiles can reach — and how close they are to the US
Has India’s influence in Afghanistan grown under the Taliban?
Bill Clinton to testify before House committee investigating Epstein links
Read Judge Schiltz’s Order
Vulnerable House Dem lashes out at Trump’s ‘racist’ SOTU challenge: ‘That was uncomfortable’
-
World2 days agoExclusive: DeepSeek withholds latest AI model from US chipmakers including Nvidia, sources say
-
Massachusetts2 days agoMother and daughter injured in Taunton house explosion
-
Montana1 week ago2026 MHSA Montana Wrestling State Championship Brackets And Results – FloWrestling
-
Oklahoma1 week agoWildfires rage in Oklahoma as thousands urged to evacuate a small city
-
Louisiana5 days agoWildfire near Gum Swamp Road in Livingston Parish now under control; more than 200 acres burned
-
Technology6 days agoYouTube TV billing scam emails are hitting inboxes
-
Denver, CO2 days ago10 acres charred, 5 injured in Thornton grass fire, evacuation orders lifted
-
Technology6 days agoStellantis is in a crisis of its own making