Robert Rand MacKusick, 89, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025. He was the husband of Camille (Hastings) MacKusick with whom he shared 59 years of marriage.…
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The Strand Theatre
The Strand Theatre will screen two locally-produced maritime films, The Ghost Trap (2024) and Rockland: A Maritime…
The MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital (MHLH)Medical-Surgical Unit recently joined the…
"Materialists" - Lucy (Dakota Johnson) is a high-powered matchmaker in New York, where love is measured in income and compromise. When she begins dating wealthy…
Coastal Rivers seeks volunteers to join its “Bittersweet Brigade” workdays, taking place every Wednesday from 9 to 11 a.m. at Coastal Rivers’ Round Top Farm through the summer and fall.
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Where It's At
During the July 4 First Friday I decided to stop by two more new participants this year – both in Boothbay.
In addition to First Fridays, another “something new” for Rick Dickinson is…
A Memorial Service for Barbara G. Fellows will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 17 at The Chapel of All Saints-by-…
We seem to be racing through July at warped speed however; the weather is anything but summer-like.
How wonderful…
While heavy fog rolled into coastal Maine on Saturday afternoon, Wiscasset Speedway was able to keep the action rolling along and successfully beat Mother Nature’s time clock,…
Lincoln Theater
Lincoln Theater is pleased to present the award-winning documentary “Far Out: Life On & After the Commune,” Thursday, July 24 at 7 p.m. Through…
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 505 calls for service for the period of July 7 to July 15. Year to date…
Mary Otto sent the accompanying photos of recent events on Birch Road. It takes a neighborhood! At the start of the summer, Birch Road residents Ralph and Gail…
Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t have dessert first! It’s BLT season and we are so ready for it! Come on over for lunch, and don’t forget to grab dessert…
The recent weather on Southport was much to be desired, although those who enjoy getting house projects completed and snuggling up with a book were quite happy. It was indeed a rough weekend for…
Obituary
Morris H. Dickinson, 84, of Boothbay passed away on July 1, 2025 at Cove's Edge in Damariscotta.
Morris was born June 17, 1941 in Boothbay to Henry Dickinson Sr. and Margaret Place…
Join us Tuesday evening as the talented Brett Slater entertains from 5:30 to 7:30PM at 727 Ocean Sunset Bar at Smuggler's Cove Inn. It promises top be a spectacular evening so come sit by the Bay…
Week four at the Boothbay Sea and Science Center (BSSC) was quite jam-packed. We…
On July 9, Boothbay selectmen approved a 75-cent increase in the mil rate. The new rate is now $12.10 per $1,000 of valuation. During his report, Town Manager Dan Bryer advised curious…
BHML Storybook Ball
The 2025 Storybook Ball, Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library’s annual gala, promises to be an unforgettable evening of fun and frolic as we go down the rabbit hole in celebration of Lewis Carroll…
The Boothbay 36ers looked to extend their winning streak to four straight as they traveled to Farmington July 14 for a contest versus Roderick-Crosby Post 36 in Maine Senior American Legion…
Column
Across Maine and the nation, Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) like the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), AMVETS, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and others play a vital…
Boothbay Region Ambulance Service (BRAS) said former EMS Chief Daniel Gardner no longer works for it as of July 1.
BRAS President Robert Ham told the Register the issue is a…
If you are interested in “Maine Art,” this one is for you: "Bettinson’s Maine" is a visual exploration of aspects of Maine, its flora and fauna, its boats, the vernacular architecture,…
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor:
Labor will never own the means of production in this country. Maine Democrats spreading Bog Apple anguish.
Former State Senator,…
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor:
At the May 7 public meeting on the Southport water main project, concerns were raised about the water QUANTITY and uncertainty of future federal funding—especially under a…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Under the control of Hitler, Stalin, and Trump, these agencies of mass deportation terrified the populace and cowed political opponents of their respective authoritarian…
Despite the lack of wind this week, the Southport Junior Yacht Club had an incredibly fun and busy week! With most of the…
It was a chrome-studded blast to the past July 12 as auto enthusiasts filled the field for Maine Obsolete Auto League’s (MOALS) annual Antique Auto Show at Boothbay Railway Village Museum (BRV…
On Tuesday, July 22, 3-4:30 p.m., Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission (…
The fog has swallowed the sunshine, frustrating those who are here for a short visit, but offering those fortunate enough to be here longer, the chance to get things done…
"The Phoenician Scheme" - (PG-13; 1 hour, 41 minutes) - The new film from acclaimed director Wes Anderson. The story of a family and a family business. Starring: Benicio…
This week it has been difficult to put pen to paper to begin but notes have been scribbled and now it is time, the rolling fog and flannel grey skies seem…
Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML) commemorated 101 years of service July 11 with a Mad Hatter tea party on the lawn. The 30-person table was filled as community members and visitors…
If you or someone you love was bornor gave birthat MaineHealthLincoln Hospital(…
Wiscasset Art Walk
A Celtic thread runs through music and song during the Wiscasset Art Walk on Thursday, July 31, 4-7 p.m. and later, in Wiscasset Village. The evening’s featured musician, Alex Bigney, plays Celtic…
From Saturday, July 19 through Wednesday, July 30, all mysteries at Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop in downtown Damariscotta will be on sale at half price.…
The Rev. Tom Lenhart will lead the service at Wilson Memorial Chapel on Ocean Point this Sunday, July 20.…
Midcoast Senior College
Midcoast Senior College has announced its list of new courses for seniors in Midcoast Maine who are interested in continuing to learn as they age. Fall Term I begins in September and runs…
Obituary
Thomas Blevins of Edgecomb and Southport, died peacefully on July 11, 2025.
He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on July 6, 1941, the second son of W Ernest Blevins and Hazel Dickson…
Vicki is currently the volunteer parish nurse for the Boothbay Harbor Congregational Church and recently co-authored a chapter in a national textbook on patient engagement and shared decision…
Daily, desperately hungry people are being shot in Gaza queuing for food. …
It’sbeen a quieter, and more rainy/foggy week…
When Sea Maine Vacation Rentals became part of Sea Maine Hospitality Group, LLC in June, it joined other businesses owned and operated by CEO Wendy Caron's…
Community Catalyst for Good
At the Boothbay Region YMCA, we see acts of kindness every day. But some gestures reach so deeply into the fabric of our community that they take our breath away. The recent support the Y…
This coming weekend Friday, July 18 - Sunday, July 20 see 20 games and competitions. Daily entry fee just $5. Concessions will be available. $10 lobster rolls!
Competitions: Skills,…
The Church of All Saints by-the-Sea is happy to announce that the Rev. M. Cristina Paglinauan will return to the Southport Island Episcopal chapel to lead services of Holy Communion for the…
