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Fog
Dog owners beware! Porcupines are back! On another note: The past week or so, and perhaps even into much of this week, we will be experiencing some foggy weather. It’s all a part of easing into spring, I guess. The thing I like about fog is how it can isolate…
Maine is currently hosting several of the rare-to-the-state black-necked stilt this spring, including in Cape Elizabeth, where this photo was taken. Courtesy of Rob Speirs
A Bird's Tale
Stilt Birding
Even if you had never seen a bird called a “stilt,” you would probably guess that it would be a bird with proportionately long, thin legs—and you’d be right. Stilts occur across much of the world, and although the exact number of species continues to be a point…
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Boothbay voters narrowly approve $10K fireworks fund contribution
All 34 referendum questions on the Boothbay municipal town meeting referendum were approved May 5. Most received overwhelming voter approval, but one nearly fizzled. Article 12 "To see if the town will vote and appropriate the sum of $10,000 for the town of…
Residents at the CSD annual budget meeting May 7. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register
Residents pass first $11.4M CSD budget vote
Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor voters approved the first of two public votes for the Community School District (CSD) proposed $11.4 million budget for the 2026 fiscal year. At the annual budget meeting May 7, around 50 residents passed the 18-article warrant by…
6th grader Duncan Scott helps present the ceremonial check to his chosen charity, the Travis Mills Foundation. Pictured: Travis Mills, Duncan Scott, and principal Lisa Clarke. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register
'There's life after injury': Southport Central School donates to veteran organization
Southport Central School recently welcomed U.S. Army veteran and international speaker Travis Mills of the Travis Mills Foundation, a retreat for post-9/11 veterans and their families based in Mt. Vernon, Maine. The school donated $2,000 to the organization as…

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Elaine Catherine…
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Denis B. McWhan

Denis Bayman McWhan beloved husband, father,…
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Michael E. McLellan

Michael Edward McLellan, formerly of Boothbay,…
Leo W. Barter Jr.

Leo W. Barter Jr.

Leo W. Barter Jr., 53, of Boothbay, passed away…
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George M. Gregory

George M. Gregory

George M. Gregory, 90, of Topsham, formerly of…
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Memorial Service for Yvonne Kendley

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A young attendee pots flower seeds at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens’ booth at Earth Day Fest. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

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AARP scam alert: Look Out for Fake Checks
Shawn Lewin, AARP Maine member

Checks might seem like something from the past, but scammers often use fake checks in their crimes…
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Arrests in Lincoln County cable theft
Steve French. Courtesy of LCSO

Three people were arrested and charged by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office after an intensive…
Wiscasset Masonic Lodge donates to local food pantries
The Lincoln Lodge presentation on May 8. Pictured from left are Worshipful Master Wayne Eugley, Marjorie DiVece of the Edgecomb Community Church, Brie DiPerri of St Philip’s Episcopal Church, Jeff Averill of Alna, and Paul Bonyun of Westport. Courtesy photo

At their May 8 meeting, the Wiscasset Masons of Lincoln Lodge No. 3 A.F. & A.M…
From remembering to responding, A call for veteran support
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Memorial Day is a solemn occasion to…
Sheriff's department investigating several fraud claims
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If you take a "snapshot" of Lincoln County fraud cases, you might believe the crime is on the rise. But…
Rotary seasonal worker bike program begins
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Are you a seasonal worker who needs transportation for the summer? The Boothbay…
Veggies to Table Paris Sweepstakes is in progress
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BRHS boys tennis
Boothbay remains undefeated, shuts out Winthrop
Seahawk senior Neal Baldwin gets to the ball during his doubles match against Winthrop on May 7. He and partner Avery Fowlie won 10-0. KEVIN BURNHAM/Boothbay Register

The Boothbay Region High School boys tennis team improved to 3-0 with a 5-0 win over…
Protestors issue concerns about federal interference
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A concern over local law enforcement assisting federal officials in apprehending…
Governor Mills welcomes plan to rebuild and protect Maine’s communities and infrastructure from severe storm damage
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Governor Janet Mills today joined the Infrastructure…
News and notes from the Community Center
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Healing Hearts this Friday at 10:30 a.m. It’s a safe, welcoming space for anyone dealing with loss or…
Boothbay Harbor Used Bookstore now open
The locally famous porch at the Used Bookstore on McKown Street offers a great variety of books in exchange for a small donation. File photo

As surely as the spring flowers open, so does the Boothbay Harbor Used Bookstore! The porch of…
FTD free video screening at Harbor Theater
These three young girls are currently being supported at Friends of Thai Daughters’ Sunflower Farm in Mae Chan, Northern Thailand. Courtesy of FTD

Midcoast-based anti-trafficking organization Friends of Thai Daughters is celebrating…
Maine Sea Grant funding restored
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The University of Maine announced funding has been restored for Maine Sea Grant to continue…
Registration open for Hearty Roots’ fourth annual Paddle for a Purpose
A Knickerbocker Group team on the Damariscotta River during a recent Paddle for a Purpose. Courtesy of Hearty Roots

River rats, unite! Outdoor enthusiasts…
Weather changes BRHS sports May 7
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Due to the weather, some changes to the Boothbay Region High School sports schedule today have been…
Golden Oak to perform at The Waldo Theatre
The Golden Oak Band. Photo used with permission, no credit given

Golden Oak will be returning to The Waldo Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m., with support from Keenan…
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens releases 10,000 free tickets to Mainers for Maine Days 2025
A family enjoying Maine Days in 2024. Courtesy of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

For over a decade, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens…
New candidate for Edgecomb School Committee John Allen III
John Allen III

Address: 7 Davis Island Drive, Edgecomb

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Candidate for Edgecomb selectboard Forrest Carver
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Address: 252 Middle Road, Edgecomb 

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Candidate for Edgecomb selectboard Stuart Smith
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Occupation: Software Engineer

Education: UMaine,…
Coast Guard floats buoy removal proposal
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The U.S. Coast Guard said it plans to…
Edgecomb candidates
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Voting for the following candidates (as well as the town warrant) at the Edgecomb Town Hall on Saturday, May…
Historical Society meeting, talk May 13
Courtesy of the Boothbay Region Historical Society

Members and the general public are invited to the Boothbay Region Historical Society’s 2025…

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Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 3 arrests
BHPD makes 2 arrests
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Sheriff's Office sees significant scam activity affecting local residents
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 3 arrests
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BOOTHBAY HARBOR WEATHER 7 day forecast 

Tides

Saturday, 05/10
4:41 AM Low 0.57`
11:02 AM High 8.97`
4:46 PM Low 1.20`
11:10 PM High 9.90`
Sunday, 05/11
5:20 AM Low 0.37`
11:43 AM High 8.95`
5:22 PM Low 1.29`
11:45 PM High 9.98`
Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Saturday, 05/10
4:29 AM Low 0.53`
10:40 AM High 8.44`
4:34 PM Low 1.13`
10:48 PM High 9.32`
Sunday, 05/11
5:08 AM Low 0.35`
11:21 AM High 8.43`
5:10 PM Low 1.22`
11:23 PM High 9.40`
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Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Saturday, 05/10
4:22 AM Low 0.67`
10:36 AM High 9.48`
4:32 PM Low 1.15`
10:49 PM High 10.16`
Sunday, 05/11
5:03 AM Low 0.52`
11:18 AM High 9.37`
5:09 PM Low 1.32`
11:24 PM High 10.17`
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Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Saturday, 05/10
4:19 AM Low 0.58`
10:31 AM High 9.84`
4:29 PM Low 1.25`
10:41 PM High 10.62`
Sunday, 05/11
4:59 AM Low 0.39`
11:11 AM High 9.83`
5:06 PM Low 1.36`
11:16 PM High 10.73`
Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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