NEWBURGH, Maine — A local 78-year-old man reported missing Wednesday morning has been located and is safe.

Joseph Pelkey was located safely in Ellsworth Wednesday afternoon, according to Ellsworth police.

Police had issued a Silver Alert for Pelkey, who is believed to have dementia. He was found with a family member.

BDN sports freelancer Ryan McLaughlin grew up in Brewer and is a lifelong fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins.

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