News Southport School Committee discussing student emergency reserve account Rebuilding Together/Lincoln County gets to work Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests Experience “Gathered in Maine” at Gardens’ free Community Night Breaking free, no longer silent Police, Fire and Courts Boothbay Fire Department celebrates life-saving equipment upgrade with ribbon-cutting ceremony Edgecomb Fire and Rescue report Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 9 arrests Boothbay Harbor police arrest 2, summons 4 Sept. 15-30 Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests Obituaries ObituaryElizabeth F. KleinElizabeth Flynt “Betsy” Klein, 82, of Wiscasset, Maine, passed away on Oct. ObituaryJohn W. GoodmanJohn W. Goodman passed away peacefully on Aug. 30, 2026, in Saratoga, Wyoming. ObituaryJean M. HoweJean M. Howe, passed away peacefully on Oct. ObituaryGeorge D. Richardson Jr.The gale force wind that was George D. Richardson, Jr. fell calm on Oct. ObituaryJoyce A. DavisJoyce Ann Davis, 81, joined her husband in death on Oct. 10, 2026, having been surrounded by family in her home. ObituaryEleanor YesmentesEleanor Yesmentes, formerly of East Boothbay died peacefully at her home in Milford, MA on October 5th just days away from her 89th birt ObituaryFrank W. Sheldon Dr. Frank W. Sheldon, 80, died peacefully on Oct. 3, 2026. Frank was born on Sept. 28, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Warner Sheldon and Margaret McKay Sheldon. Celebration of Life for Bruce Kinsey A public celebration of life will be held for Bruce Kinsey at the Boothbay Railway Village Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1 p.m. Celebration of Life for Anne ButlerA Celebration of Life Mass for Anne Butler, who died Aug. 23, 2026, will be held Saturday, Oct. 24 at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church on Emery Lane at 1 p.m. for family and friends. ObituaryErnest M. Barter Elections Affordability and accountability top priorities for Hobson in House 48 race Data drives policy for Nutt in House 48 race Reny wants to address affordability in bid for Senate District 13 Mitchell pushes for larger homestead exemption in bid for Senate District 13 Rally for Democracy set for Oct. 25 More News >> Digital Legacy Readiness Talk at Southport Nov. 5 Join consultant Kari Smith Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. for a Digital Legacy Readiness Talk at the Southport Memorial Library. Press releaseIndependent experts to review data and process behind Lincoln Hospital Labor and Delivery decision MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital invites community members to a virtual public forum on Wednesday, Nov. Rotary Veterans Dinner Nov. 12 Are you a veteran, active duty service member or veteran’s spouse or family member? Stall-O-Treat draws over 100 people A Halloween event — Stall-O-Treat — at Burke's Island Farm, Route 27, Boothbay on Saturday, Oct. 24 drew over 100 kids and adults as the buildings, horses, dogs, stalls and riding arena were decorated for the occasion. 100+ Women Who Care Lincoln County Maine selects CHiP as major donation recipient On Oct. 6, more than 200 local women gathered at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens to socialize, network and share joy. Visually Impaired Persons meeting Nov. 3The next monthly meeting of Visually Impaired Persons (VIP) will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 1:15 p.m. in the Boothbay Region Community Center, located in the Meadow Mall on Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor. St. Andrews Auxiliary Thrift Shop finds the home for tiny piece of Harbor history When I walked into the Boothbay Region Historical Society a few weeks ago, I was hoping that Society President, Kay Wilder, might be able to tell me a little something about the delicate, hand painted porcelain pitcher I had just found BRHS honors fall sports seniors Boothbay Region High School honored 11 fall sports athletes Oct. 23 prior to the football team's last home game. Cross-country, cheering and football team seniors were recognized. BRHS students kick off fundraising for Costa Rica trip Holiday Thrift Store sale at Edgecomb Community Church Looking for some good deals at great prices for everyone on your holiday list? Get yourself over to the Edgecomb Community Church Thrift Store which is again offering its Holiday Sales for three days: Tuesday, Nov. 17, Saturday, Nov. Veterans Program at SCS Nov. 9 Southport Central School invites veterans, family, friends and community to its Veterans Program on Monday, Nov. 9. The program will begin with breakfast at 9 a.m., followed by an hour-long veteran appreciation program at 9:45, with songs by SCS students. The school asks that people RSVP by calling 633-3132 to help with attendan… How did CSD schools get left in the cold? Walking down memory lane for Footbridge's 125th Southport Planning Board The Southport Planning Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. The meeting will convene at the location of a site visit. Horses were a hit, part II For the second time this year, residents of St. Andrews Village Retirement Community got up close and personal with horses, this time on Friday, Oct. 23. Knickerbocker Group strengthens construction leadership with new director and field operations practice leader Design-build firm Knickerbocker Group has named Herb Beherrell as director of construction and promoted Derek Libby to field operations practice leader. Boothbay Planning Board approves 2 applications The Boothbay Planning Board approved two applications Oct. 21. The board voted, 5-0, approving repairs to a 5-foot-by-90-foot recreational pier. The applicants are Mark and Amber Kidd of Boothbay. The pier is on Isle of Springs Road in a coastal residential district and shoreland overlay zone. Windjammers Days committee unveils 2027 theme There will be something a little different about the 2027 Windjammers Days celebration. In each year since COVID-19, the Windjammers Days' theme has honored a group such as the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, or local boat builders. This year, the theme honors famous sea shanties or songs about the sea. Lincoln County Historical Association announces fall 2026 Members Forum series The Lincoln County Historical Association (LCHA) has announced its fall 2026 series of online talks for members, featuring presentations on local art history, colonial land claims, and Maine’s musical traditions. Maine Historical Society’s Declaration of Independence Tour concludes at Bowdoin College Museum of Art After 15 stops, and tens of thousands of visitors, the Maine Historical Society’s rare copy of the Declaration of Independence will finish its tour of Maine’s 16 counties at the Bowdoin College Museum of Art. All Hallow's Eve frights and delights Mysterious Harbor Tours – Boothbay Harbor’s local company for all things supernatural! BHSD eyes 3% budget increase Press releaseMaine Hospice Council ceases operations After careful consideration and extensive evaluation of available resources, the Maine Hospice Council Board members have made the difficult decision to cease operations and close the organization effective Oct. 17, 2026. BHRCC Community Awards night Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce's Community Awards were held Thursday, Oct. 15 in at Boothbay Railway Village Museum. Many of the 150 attendees climbed aboard one of the Village trains to the Antique Car Museum for the event. There, guests took in the antique vehicles and memorabilia, from old gas pumps to original Maine license plates.… CSD trustees investigate reserve fund transaction history First National Bank invites communities to share warmth through Hat & Mitten Drive A warm hat or pair of mittens can make a meaningful difference during Maine's cold winter months. This fall, First National Bank is inviting community members to help keep their neighbors warm through its Warm Hands, Warm Hearts Hat & Mitten Drive, taking place now through Nov. 16.… Press releaseJ. Edward Knight Insurance welcomes Kristy Cromwell to Boothbay Harbor team J. Edward Knight Insurance, a leading provider of insurance solutions in Midcoast Maine since 1898, is pleased to announce the addition of Kristy Cromwell to its Boothbay Harbor team. Lincoln County Republicans meet Oct. 28 The monthly meeting of Lincoln County Republicans will be held Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Jefferson Fire Station, 204 Waldoboro Road, Jefferson. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m., doors open at 5:30. Press releaseEducation Boothbay opens $1.2M campaign This week, Education Boothbay launched the public phase of "Our Children, Our Community," a three-year, $1.2 million campaign to help prepare Boothbay Region students for the future. 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