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The Alternative Organizational Structure (AOS) 98 board welcomed new members and moved forward on establishing policies June 24.

The board also approved several policies for a…

Installation view of sculptures by Keith Plummer, the first of three festival art exhibitions. Courtesy of Peter Bruun

The first-ever Puddle Dock Village Festival launched over the holiday weekend at Alna’s Puddle Dock Village School, featuring an opening reception for Damariscotta artist Keith Plummer’s first…

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Boothbay Region High School Alumni Association will hold its next meeting Thursday, July 17 at 6 p.m. in the Boothbay Region YMCA's Howard Gordon Lounge. All alumni are invited to attend. 

Open house July 4, 2-6 p.m., at Carousel Marina
The Harvey Gamage under sail during Windjammer Days. File photo

The schooner, Harvey Gamage, will be docked at Carousel Marina, Atlantic Avenue, Boothbay Harbor on Friday, July 4 for an open house from 2 to 6 p.m. to…

"Bradford Road," a watercolor by Deena Ball, courtesy of MAG

Whether you are new to art or more advanced in your skills, the Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset offers ways for you to explore a medium, improve your technique, and meet other art enthusiasts.…

Savannah Compare of Boothbay Harbor has…

Collecting items along the shore. Bob Crink photo

During the second week at Boothbay Sea and Science Center, students dove into the science of the sea through hands on learning…

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Burnt Island Lighthouse tours are now open for the 2025 season.

Steve McCullough and other volunteers from the Department of…

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Boat America

Learn boating skills from experienced boaters who patrol Midcoast coastal waters from Small Point to Port Clyde.

Maine now…

A basic gun safety classwill be held Wednesday, July 9 at the

Cindy Casey

Southport Central School announces that Cindy Casey will be co-teaching with Shawn Gallagher in grades 2 and 3 this fall. Cindy grew up on Southport Island and graduated from the school. She is…

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The Community School District Board of Trustees on June 12 continued plans for priority repairs to both Boothbay region schools. The board discussed lending options for the $1.6 million bond…

The Boothbay Region Elementary School eighth graders on their trip. Courtesy of Jennifer Hyson

The Boothbay Region Class of 2029 (this year's 8th graders, now freshmen) would like to thank the community for their support in making their 8th grade class trip possible.  Without the…

Rafting together to relax on Muscongus Bay. Courtesy of Hearty Roots

Summer in Maine has so much to offer, especially as a camper on one of Hearty Roots’ Coastal Expeditions. These five-day island-based trips invite teens to chill,…

Rising BRHS sophomore Jackson Zehm presents the CSD School Committee with a proposal for a town cleanup day to prevent pollution from accumulating in snowbanks. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Students at Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) may be interacting more next year, or at least that’s the hope. The Community…

Brynna Nelson of Edgecomb, a member…

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The traditional ride on a fire truck, driven by Fire Chief Gerry Gamage, to the graduation ceremony was enjoyed by this year's sixth grade graduates at Southport Central School, Ryder Baker and…

Tess retirement

On June 25, Alternative Organizational Structure 98 will say goodbye to Teresa (Orchard) Tess. The beloved guidance secretary is retiring after 30 years of service (1995-2025).

“I plan…

BRES 8th graders enjoy a night of recognition as they prepare to enter high school. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Smiles, laughter and tears were all present June 12 as 37 eighth graders and their families said goodbye to Boothbay Region Elementary School (BRES) during a recognition ceremony.  

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On Wednesday, June 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. the next Ocean on Tap event will be held at Footbridge Brewery, 25 Granary Way, Boothbay Harbor.

The Innovative Gear Library Team of Maine's…

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Summer is here at last, and it’s a perfect time to dive into a new artistic medium or enhance your skills in your favorite techniques and tools for making art. The Maine Art Gallery’s (MAG)…

2025 Adult Ed Grad

Boothbay Region Adult and Community Education (BRACE) graduated nine students June 10 in the Boothbay Region High School library. Commencement was moved from Barrett’s Park due to rain. Over…

A glimpse behind one of the doors at Castle Tucker. Courtesy of Peggy Konitzky

The popular Behind Closed Doors Tours of Castle Tucker return Saturday, June 21. Peek into the nooks and crannies of Castle Tucker on this leisurely in-depth tour that includes rooms and…

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Community School District voters passed the $11.4 million CSD budget for the 2026 fiscal year June 10. Overall, voters approved the Budget Validation Referendum 310-273. 

Residents…

BRHS Class of 2025 class marshal Neal Baldwin leads his classmates into the gym for Graduation ceremonies on Friday, June 6. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Diplomas were handed out to the 39 members of the Boothbay Region High School Class of 2025 during Graduation Exercises in a humidity-filled Porter Memorial Gymnasium on Friday afternoon, June 6…

BRHS high schooler Adaline Barter represents Maine at the annual Billy Michal Student Leadership Awards. Courtesy of Katrina Dunsmore

Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) freshman Adaline Barter spent a whirlwind weekend representing Maine’s American Spirit at the National World War II Museum.  

As previously…

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Graduation morning, Friday, June 6, the Class of 2025 walked through the halls of Boothbay Region Elementary School in their blue caps and gowns where many of them began their education. …

2025 BRHS Graduation
Maddie Orchard

Good afternoon, my name is Maddie Orchard, and as the valedictorian for the Class of 2025, I have the opportunity to talk a little bit about the people I’ve grown up with.

Our class is an…

2025 BRHS Graduation
Cleyton Splaine

My name is Cleyton Splaine, I am the now former Boothbay Region High School student body president, and today, your honor speaker and I am honored to be here today, with this class and you all.…

2025 BRHS Graduation
Anna Gosselin

Good afternoon and welcome to the graduation ceremony for this year’s graduates of Boothbay Region High School. My name is Anna Gosselin and I am the salutatorian for the class of 2025. I just…

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This is the second of two photo galleries of the Boothbay Region High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony on Friday, June 6.

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This is the first of two photo galleries of the Boothbay Region High School Class of 2025 graduation ceremony on Friday, June 6.

Contact the Boothbay Register for reprint information.

Neal Baldwin, left, leads the class of 2025 at the annual Boothbay Region High School awards night June 4. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Family, friends and community members gathered at Porter Memorial Gymnasium June 4 to celebrate the accomplishments of graduating students and outstanding underclassmen at the annual Boothbay…

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Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor residents have another opportunity for their voices to be heard at the polls regarding the school budget. The Community School District (CSD) Budget Validation…

Ride one of the WW&F trains to adventure this June. Courtesy WW&F Railway Museum.

Have you ever taken a ride on Midcoast Maine’s very own authentic “Two-footer”? It's time to get on board for a trip on the heritage railway at 97 Cross Road in Alna. Whether you’ve never visited…

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club

The Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club wants local families to know that there are still spaces open in its summer sailing and tennis programs, and that scholarships remain available for local…

BRHS Class of 2025 enjoys a free lunch put on by the alumni association. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) students past and present filled Kaler’s Restaurant June 1 to celebrate the Class of 2025 during the annual alumni lunch and fundraiser. Alumni from the Classes…

Willl Herman, of Woolwich, earned a bachelor of science degree in biochemistry on May 10 from Grove City College. Established in 1876, Grove City College (…

Thomas College in Waterville, Maine announces undergraduate students named to the spring 2025 Honors List. Local students named to the list are Mara Gentry and Athanase Lawless, both of Boothbay…

Boothbay Region Art Foundation
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This summer, the Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) invites you to explore your artistic potential with a diverse lineup of adult art classes through BRAF's Take Part in Art program. Whether…

Maine State Aquarium
The new shark panel at the Maine State Aquarium this year. Courtesy of Dottie Yunger

The Maine State Aquarium’s 2025 season begins on Wednesday, June 11, and preparations are going swimmingly. Last year’s grand reopening was a huge hit with over 26,000 visitors, and this year…

Outstanding Adult Learner award winner, Nathalie Daza, pictured with MCL Adult Literacy Services Coordinator, Diana Krauss. Courtesy photo

Midcoast Literacy held its Annual Meeting & Celebration in Bath on May 17, celebrating 55 years of providing free literacy services in Lincoln, Sagadahoc, and northern Cumberland counties…

Jennifer Gosselin reflects fondly on her career at Edgecomb Eddy School. Courtesy photo

After almost four decades in the classroom, Jennifer Gosselin of Edgecomb Eddy School is celebrating her last day of school.  

Originally from Massachusetts, Gosselin took her…

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Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) recently announced its 2025 valedictorian is Madeline “Maddie” Orchard.  

“I felt good. I feel like most people would say that, but I ... put a…

After a week-long crash course in marine science, Bigelow's Keller BLOOM students share their findings. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

May 23, students at Bigelow Laboratory’s Keller BLOOM program capped off their week-long immersive experience with a public presentation. The event also christened Bigelow’s new Harold Alfond…

2025 Spring Chorus Concert

The Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) Seahawk Singers performed their Spring Concert May 21 in the high school auditorium, marking final choral performances for seniors Hannah Hills and…