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Windjammer Days 2026

The bright, blue sky with puffy clouds provided a beautiful backdrop for the 64th annual Windjammer Days Parade of Sail on Wednesday, June 24. Boaters and people lining the shore got a wonderful show as the various ships sailed or motored into the harbor.…

'Round Town

Underway

“Build it and they will come!” I think a movie baseball metaphor is appropriate for our annual big event here in the Boothbay region. Only, in our case, perhaps a slight modification of the phrase might be, “Sail it, and, weather permitting, we hope they will come…

The DeLisle Family outside the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library. Courtesy of BHML

DeLisle Family, Navy veterans, author 2026 Library appeal

This year, Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML) is humbled to have the support of the DeLisle Family in appealing for donations to the annual operating fund. Members of this library-loving family are particularly appropriate ambassadors for this season in our…

Windjammer Days 2026

The Windjammer Days Fish Relay Race: New winner crowned

Stinky fish, bulky clothing and a hot afternoon made for a fun Windjammer Days event – the Fish Relay Race – on Commercial Street, Boothbay Harbor on Wednesday, June 24. Teams of four – adults and kids – dressed in a fisherman's oil skins and carrying two fish and…

Windjammer Days 2026

Windjammer Days Street Parade: Community spirit shines through

The annual Windjammer Days Street Parade takes a lot of work by a lot of people to delight even more people and this year’s edition did not disappoint. As the message from the parade judges indicates, “From creative floats to community spirit, we were blown away…

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Kids fend off pirates, save town

A violent clash occurred on the town pier as pirates and kids fought for control of the harbor. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Pirates manifest their cannon skills

Main Street Buzz

LAST CHANCE FOR ADVANCE TICKETS TO "1776" THE MUSICAL!

Harbor Theater

Navigating Mid Coast Maine

Camden Garden Club Invites You to the 77th Garden Tour

Camden Garden Club

Boat America!

Boating Course June 16 & 18

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New show by Jim Sinclair - 'Not Like I Pictured It'

The art of Jim Sinclair is the next show at Gold/Smith Gallery in Boothbay Harbor through the month of July to Aug. 3. Courtesy of the venue

Jim St.Clair has painted the ever changing, rapidly…

Anchors Away: Knot Night at BHYC July 2

On Thursday, July 2, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Junior Sailing…

Veterans banner program closes in on 700 displays

Four of the newest banners added to the region's display. Courtesy of Jim Singer

The Veterans Banner Program is alive and well on the Boothbay peninsula! A special thanks…

Rev. Canon George Maxwell to lead services at All Saints July 5 and 12

The Rev. George Maxwell, vicar of the Cathedral Church of St. Philip in…

This week at the Harbor Theater

"Young Washington" opening at Harbor Theater July 3. Courtesy of the venue

"Toy Story 5" - (PG; 1 hour, 42 minutes) - The toys are back and this time it’s Toy meets…

Camden Opera House

Noel Paul Stookey and poet A.S. Aubrey with 'Listening for the Notes'

Folk music legend Noel Paul Stookey, known worldwide as a member of Peter, Paul and…

Boothbay Region Art Foundation

New show asks the question: Is it hot in here or is it just the art?

New member Steven Schutz’s stained glass work, “Cathedral of Thyself,” is on view this month at BRAF. Courtesy of the venue

The Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) is delighted to welcome the community to…

Boothbay region's role in Navy shipbuilding on display at historical society

The Boothbay region has a long history building ships for the U.…

2026 Windjammer Days Lobster Eating Contest

Second time's the charm for Irene Hardesty

The 11th Windjammer Days lobster eating contest June 24 proved the second time can be…

Windjammer Days 2026

Maine State Aquarium open for the season

The beginning of Windjammer Week coincides with another Boothbay tradition. Maine State Aquarium has…

Windjammer Days 2026

... And then there were fireworks!

What's a festival without fireworks? Following the big events of Parade of Sail and the Street Parade,…

Free ice cream at Hendricks Hill Museum July 4

Earl and Emolyn Pratt’s lunch counter at the Hendricks Hill Museum. Mari Tiwari photo

The Hendricks Hill Museum will host an Ice Cream Social on Saturday, July 4 from noon…

Public invited to Bigelow Laboratory for annual open house July 10

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is opening its doors next month…

BRHS Champions of Change commentary

Too many sports injuries; physical therapist needed

Too many students are sustaining injuries while participating in sports at Boothbay…

Town of Edgecomb

Selectmen plan September forum on future town business

Edgecomb selectmen are compiling topics for a community…

Nelson on WPI’s dean’s list

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced that Brynna Nelson of Edgecomb, a member of the class of…

Sen. Reny scores 100% on reproductive rights voting record in 132nd Legislature

Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol, earned a perfect score from…

Southport residents should vote no July 1 and get clear answers

Dear Editor:

As an abutting property owner, I support protecting…

Readers hop aboard BHML's summer challenge

Dreary conditions forced activities indoors, but Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML)…

BRHS semester 2 honor roll

Seniors

High Honors - Logan Bourne, Rebecca Fassett, Sarah Harris, Aileigh…

A Bird's Tale

The Newest Bird Name Game

This American oystercatcher pair with chick bred in coastal New York State. The species nested in Maine for the first time in the late 1990s and now are rare to uncommon breeders along much of the Maine coast. Photo by Rhododendrites, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Oystercatcher. It’s an evocative name. Even if you didn’t know that it refers to a bird…

Hearty Roots

Support grows for Midcoast campus dedicated to youth mental wellness and nature immersion

Guests enjoy delicious bites from Applecroft. Courtesy of Shannon Parke

Guests from all over Lincoln County converged…

Windjammer Days 2026

'Wiener takes all' in hot dog eating contest

Alex Labbe (far right) wins Dunton Doghouse's third annual hot dog eating contest during Windjammer Days. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Eleven contestants stepped up to the plate to see how many hot dogs, buns and all, they…

It’s summer!

Did you ever think summer would arrive – especially after a long winter and spring?

Well, it’s here and the Boothbay…

Tides

Sunday, 06/28
5:07 AM	Low	0.51`
11:29 AM	High	8.47`
5:02 PM	Low	1.74`
11:28 PM	High	9.94`

Monday, 06/29
5:48 AM	Low	0.44`
12:11 PM	High	8.53`
5:42 PM	Low	1.69`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Sunday, 06/28
4:55 AM	Low	0.48`
11:07 AM	High	7.98`
4:50 PM	Low	1.64`
11:06 PM	High	9.37`

Monday, 06/29
5:36 AM	Low	0.41`
11:49 AM	High	8.04`
5:30 PM	Low	1.59`
11:46 PM	High	9.42`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Sunday, 06/28
4:49 AM	Low	0.51`
11:04 AM	High	8.86`
4:48 PM	Low	1.76`
11:06 PM	High	10.23`

Monday, 06/29
5:30 AM	Low	0.46`
11:46 AM	High	8.85`
5:28 PM	Low	1.78`
11:44 PM	High	10.22`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Sunday, 06/28
4:42 AM	Low	0.55`
10:56 AM	High	9.37`
4:47 PM	Low	1.86`
10:59 PM	High	10.72`

Monday, 06/29
5:23 AM	Low	0.50`
11:37 AM	High	9.44`
5:27 PM	Low	1.83`
11:38 PM	High	10.78`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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