The heat wave arrived July 2 and one of the best ways to beat the humidity and burning sun around the Boothbay region is to jump into the ocean. At near high tide, Barrett’s Park in Boothbay Harbor was a popular place with kids and adults (as well as some dogs!). The time and temperature clock at The First read 93F but the heat index was certainly higher.…

Competitors and spectators gathered on the east and west sides of the Footbridge Saturday, June 27 for the annual Server Shuffle, Tug of War Across the Harbor, and the Orne's Candy Store International Rock Skipping Contest. The rock skipping winners have not been announced. The Rock Skipping has been in memory of Arthur Webster since 2019. Th…

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kyle Amergian as its new education director. Amergian will take the helm at Coastal Rivers’ Camp Mummichog summer day camp and lead the organization’s nature education programming in partnership with local schools.

The Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club, along with the Maine Department of Marine Resources and Keepers of Burnt Island Light, are holding a free public event on Burnt Island on Tuesday, July 7 from 1 to 5 p.m..

On Sunday, July 19, the Edgecomb Community Church will be sponsoring a summer concert featuring Kouchera, a local band whose live performances are rooted in Haitian Konpa, Soul, and R&B. Beginning at 7 p.m. the church sanctuary will be rocking with this unique group of musicians performing their special blend of music.

The Maine Lobstermen’s Association (MLA), in partnership with the Maine Lobster Community Alliance (MLCA), today launched the Billion Egg Challenge, a statewide team competition among Maine lobstermen to protect one billion lobster eggs

Come celebrate the inclusion and welcome of everyone in the Boothbay region from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 11.

6/2/26 #4349 Joanne Boylan, 598 Cape Newagen Road, new garage

Are you ready for breakfast? Well, if it’s Sunday, breakfast is ready for you at the American Legion Hall in Boothbay.

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Boston, MA: "The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and The American Revolution" is coming to Maine. The acclaimed documentary chronicles the early days of the legendary Boston-based rock station that redefined radio’s relationship with its listeners and helped fuel the political, social, and cultural movements t…

Healthy Lincoln County’s Community Routes program has been named the recipient of the 2026 Coulombe Center Award for Innovation for its creative approach to improving access to essential services for rural residents.

The Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) and the Keepers of Burnt Island Light are excited to welcome visitors back to Burnt Island Light for another memorable summer season.

Saturday, July 11

The U.S. Navy Northeast Band Pops Ensemble concert at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor drew just shy of a full house Tuesday, June 23. In celebration of the 250th Fourth of July and the region's Windjammer Days, the one-hour show culminated in a standing ovation.

Parishioners at St. Giles Episcopal Church in Jefferson are working hard to make the annual Country Fair the best ever. The fair will be held Saturday, July 25, under the tall pine trees on the church grounds. Hours are from 10 a.m.

The Southport Planning Board will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Southport Town Hall on Wednesday, July 8 at 5 p.m. As always, the public is invited to attend. The agenda is:

1.  Approval of the June minutes

Edgecomb Community Church is beginning a new capital campaign to raise funds for repairs to its front doors, and painting and repairs to its steeple. The front doors, which are the original doors from around 1880, are in need of serious repair; they will be removed and rebuilt.

The Hendricks Hill Museum, Southport is honored to host Peskotomuhkati (Passamaquoddy) basket maker, Debbie Nicholas, for two sessions on Saturday, July 25 at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Southport Town Hall.

On Wednesday, Aug. 12, the Boothbay Region Historical Society will offer tea and treats, while sharing tales of the Boothbay Harbor Monday Club.

The Reverend Wesley A. Smith will lead the service at Wilson Memorial Chapel this Sunday, July 5. Margaret McEldowney will serve as organist. The service is at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome!

On Thursday, July 2, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Junior Sailing and Tennis will be hosting a night of functional and decorative knot work where participants can learn to tie three strand splices, make sailors

The Veterans Banner Program is alive and well on the Boothbay peninsula! A special thanks to the public works departments of Boothbay, Boothbay, the Edgecomb Fire Department and Gerry Gamage of Southport for mounting nearly 700 veterans banners on telephone poles to honor their service. A few statistics might be of interest.…

The Rev. George Maxwell, vicar of the Cathedral Church of St. Philip in Atlanta, Georgia will preside over the celebration of the service of Holy Communion at 8 and 10 a.m. on July 5 and 12. We will continue to enjoy the organ talents of Mr. Henry Lowe on both Sundays. Coffee and refreshments will be serve…

The Boothbay region has a long history building ships for the U.S. Navy. This summer, Boothbay Region Historical Society's museum displays the past Navy shipbuilding. BRHS President Kay Wilder said the exhibit will run into fall. 

The 11th Windjammer Days lobster eating contest June 24 proved the second time can be the charm. Irene Hardesty of South Bristol placed second in the 2025 contest. This year, she won, earning her the $100 prize and bragging rights.

The beginning of Windjammer Week coincides with another Boothbay tradition. Maine State Aquarium has opened for another season devoted to understanding the Gulf of Maine ecosystem. The 1,800 square foot museum in West Boothbay Harbor is home to exhibits explaining marine life.