Author recounts Vietnam experience at Southport Library Veterans Day event A Vietnam veteran described his journey from a small Illinois college to West Point and eventually a war in southeast Asia. Larry Crane has lived in Southport for 35 years after retiring from a New York City bank. On Tuesday, Nov.11, he was the guest speaker at… A sampling of the 11th annual Gardens AglowTonight, Nov. 14 is Community Night at Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens from 4 to 9 p.m. Boothbay Register photographer Steve Edwards and contributing photographer Mike Leonard provided these photos of this year’s display taken during Media Night… Uncover your family history Who do you think you are? Ellen Newton may have the answer. Newton is partnering with Boothbay Region TV and Media Center (BRTV) to create a show, “Relativity Speaking,” a collaborative interview program that provides guests with a deep dive into… A Bird's TaleThe Finches are Coming A few days ago, we were walking the dog when we heard what sounded exactly like the sweet call notes of pine grosbeaks. This surprised us. It seemed too early for these northern finches to be here. But there they were, six of them in the top of a tree in the… Early deadline for ThanksgivingDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, our newspaper will be printed on Monday, Nov. 24. The deadline for the Nov. 27 issue will be Friday, Nov. 21 at 4:30 p.m. for both classified and display advertising, all news contributions, columns, letters, photos, etc. The… Obituaries Robert A. Robertson Jr. Robert Abel “Bob” Robertson Jr. passed…Obituary Joelyn CartwrightJoelyn “Lynn” Cartwright, 82, of Portland, formerly…Obituary Daphne T. Kimball With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of…Obituary Robert F. GroverRobert Freeman "Bob" Grover passed away peacefully at…Obituary Raymond Gilbert …Obituary Mary E. Seigars Mary E. Sei…Obituary Spotlight Education Through Newspapers Education through newspapers is a… 2025 BRES fall sports schedules Field Hockey… UPDATED (10/15): BRHS 2025 fall sports schedule Cross Country … Galleries Rotarians honor veterans at annual dinner ‘New’ Boothbay Region Veterans’ Banners – June to September 2025 Sponsored Content Main Street Buzz Come in to WIN at Brady's!!Brady’s SO MANY ITEMS TO CHOOSE FROM! Nov. 24 - Dec. 8MCH Making Community Happen Evergreen Home Performance named top insulation rebate contractor in MaineEvergreen Home Performance Watch the Video: Boothbay Region Climate Action Team - King Tide Footbridge TalkBoothbay Region TV & Media Center Spotlight on Harbor Theater - November 2025Boothbay Region TV & Media Center Watch the Video: Railway Village Museum - Spooktacular 2025Boothbay Region TV & Media Center LIncoln Home’s Culinary Director Retires The Lincoln Home Lifestyle Carmen Reed: Local Expert, Community Leader, and Dedicated RealtorNewcastle Realty More News PRESS RELEASEMaine author Arend Thibodeau reveals state's forgotten legacy in 'Maine's Military Might' Even before Maine achieved statehood, strategists became… Skidompha Book Shop to be open Thanksgiving Day The Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop in downtown Damariscotta will be open all… It's official, transfer station 'pick pile' won't reopen The transfer station's "pick pile" will remain closed due to insurance liability… It’s Christmas ornament decorating contest time again! The Eastside Waterfront Park committee is once again holding its Christmas… MaineHealth Urgent Care Boothbay Harbor shifts to seasonal schedule beginning Dec. 7 MaineHealth Urgent Care Boothbay Harbor, located on… This week at the Harbor Theater "Frankenstein" - (R; 2 hours, 29 minutes) - Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro… Budget committee seeks direction from Edgecomb selectmen Budget Committee member Joe McSwain made a direct request Nov. 12 to Edgecomb… Heather Pierson Trio's holiday concert at The Waldo The Heather Pierson Trio brings its annual holiday show, "A Charlie Brown Christmas," back… Rotary Barn open until Dec. 13 Yes, The Rotary Club Barn is still open every Saturday from 8:30 to 11 a.m. till Dec. 13. We’re… Edgecomb Eddy Artisan and Vendor Show Please join us Saturday, Dec. 6 for a day of art, crafts, and local goods at the Edgecomb… Community Fridge gets restocked by BRES students Boothbay Region Elementary School pre-K,… Congregational Church Early Bird Brunch and Christmas Fair The Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor is excited to announce… ‘Pine Tree Society Holiday Cards’ exhibit in Bath Dec. 5 On Friday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., Pine Tree Society presents “A Maine… St. Patrick's Church Get ready for the annual Christmas fair The Shamrock members of St. Patrick's Church are busily preparing for its annual Christmas Fair,… 'A Peace of Forest' returns to Lincoln Theater “A Peace of Forest” — the first feature-length wildlife film shot entirely in Maine… Cultivating a taste for science For almost a decade, Boothbay Sea and Science Center (BSSC) has been bringing peices of the… It's 'double trouble' for Boothbay field hockey opponents One, Zuri, is a defensive center midfielder. The other, Moriah… Adams Pond on track despite increased drought Nov. 11, Boothbay Region Water District (BRWD) General Manager Weston Alley reported that… Lincoln Home’s culinary director retires Lincoln Home staff and residents recently gathered to wish Jamie Baribeau well in his… Boothbay Railway Village MuseumNorth Pole Express returns to Boothbay with adults only event Each December Boothbay Railway Village Museum (BRVM) transforms into a… Thanksgiving 5K trail run and 1-mile walk/fun run to benefit Twin Villages Foodbank Farm The 8th annual 5k trail run and 1-mile… From the assistant editor Snow time like the present For I think the first time this fall, the chance of brief, likely non-accumulating snow was forecast for our area… From the editorThree things It is amazing how this region pulls together for those in need, the most recent helping those affected by the government… 'Frozen JR' opens Friday at BRHS Disney’s “Frozen JR.” is playing at Boothbay Region High School, 236 Townsend Ave., Boothbay… For More Visit our Sections: Home News Talk Work Calendar Sports Culture Life Business Directory Classifieds Public Notices Be a Supporter Subscribe eEdition Contact Us Contact Us Login Police, Fire and Courts Multi-agency investigation into 'ATM Jackpotting' scheme results in arrest Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 3 arrests Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 2 arrests Human remains recovered in Damariscotta Wiscasset police blotter BOOTHBAY HARBOR WEATHER No tide data available. 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