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Visual storytelling at the Student Art Show
Open the door to the 40th Student Art Show at Boothbay Region Art Foundation, and enter a world of exploration through color, technique, history, and imagination that has led to some thought-provoking work. All (approximately) told, 450 works of art are displayed…
Photo by Robert Mitchell
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EROS
Sailing Yacht EROS is on the big railway at Bristol Marine!   After significant cruising, S/Y EROS returned to Boothbay Harbor and Bristol Marine for some updates and repairs. The very substantial railway at Bristol Marine is ideal for ships the size of this…
Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Chase Focht
63rd annual Windjammer Days honors U.S. Coast Guard
Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Chase Focht
The 2025 Windjammer Days will shine a spotlight on the dedicated individuals who have served, are serving, or are preparing to serve in one of the most respected branches of the U.S. military: the Coast Guard. From active-duty members and retired veterans to the…
Construction on the Southport bridge. File photo
Southport bridge project’s completion delayed
The Southport swing bridge project's completion is now delayed until weeks into the boating season, according to Maine Department of Transportation.  In a May 12 email update, MaineDOT Resident Engineer Sam Stilwell told local marinas and marine professionals the…
Sam Markowitz slides into first after attempting to steal against Maranacook May 13. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register
Seahawks thwart top-seeded Black Bears
In a surprising seventh-inning upset, the Boothbay baseball team eked out a 4-3 win against Maranacook, ranked number one in Class C South. The Seahawks are now 3-4 and seeded third in Class D South.  The teams held each other at bay until the third inning, when…

Obituaries

Leo W. Barter Jr.

Leo W. Barter Jr.

Leo W. Barter Jr., 53, of Boothbay, passed away…
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Memorial service for I.J. Pinkham

A memorial service for I.J. Pinkham…
Sherron Williamson

Sherron Williamson

Sherron Williamson, 80, of Durham, North Carolina…
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Elaine C. Murdoch

Elaine C. Murdoch

Elaine Catherine…
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Denis B. McWhan

Denis Bayman McWhan beloved husband, father,…
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Michael E. McLellan

Michael Edward McLellan, formerly of Boothbay,…

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BRHS Drama stages 'Oklahoma!'
BRHS Drama "Oklahoma"
Earth Day Fest outshines April showers
A young attendee pots flower seeds at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens’ booth at Earth Day Fest. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

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Connect with community during ‘The Summer Read’
The book for Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library's "The Summer Read." Courtesy of BHML

Summer reading isn’t just for kids! Join Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and our partners for…
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Criminals are always looking for ways to get your personal information to use in…
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Sylvan Gallery welcomes artist Roberta Goschke
"Angelique at the Dock" by Roberta Goschke, oil, 12” x 12” is among the artist's work now at Sylvan Gallery in Wiscasset. Courtesy of Ann Scanlan

Sylvan Gallery is excited to announce the addition of acclaimed Maine artist Roberta…
Boothbay/Wiscasset boys place third in MVC meet
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The Boothbay/Wiscasset boys track team placed third May 15 in an eight-team event at…
Midcoast Humane launches $75,000 matching challenge in honor of 75th anniversary
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Midcoast Humane is celebrating its 75th anniversary this…
Coastal Senior College spring walk at Frances Perkins Center
Frances Perkins Center, Newcastle, viewed from the walking trail. Courtesy of CSC member

On Monday, June 9, from 11 a…
Boothbay Region High School sailing team qualifies for prestigious NESSA Regatta
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This spring, the…
Plant Paddle on Knickerbocker Lake June 3
Volunteers during a Plant Paddle workshop. Courtesy of Lake Stewards of Maine

Lake Stewards of Maine (LSM) will host a Plant Paddle…
Cast-offs get second lives at Student Art Show 
Using recycled materials from the local transfer station, BRHS students made Louise Nevelson-inspired assemblages for the Student Art Show.. Courtesy of Manon Lewis

Walking into Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF’s) annual Student Art Show is an assault on…
Bye Beth!
Beth Hardwick, wearing her "Officially Retired" sash and crown, during her retirement celebration in the stock room of the Boothbay Harbor Hannaford on Thursday, May 15. KEVIN BURNHAM/Boothbay Register

After 40 and a half years working at the Boothbay Harbor Hannaford, working her way up to manager of customer service, Beth…
BRHS boys doubles teams compete in state tournament
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Boothbay Region High School’s boys tennis doubles teams competed in the state…
Greyhounds nip Seahawks
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Despite facing a four-run deficit after the second inning, and a top-of-the-seventh tie, the Boothbay baseball…
County seeks to self-fund FMLA program
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Lincoln County Treasurer Michelle Richardson received commissioners' authorization May 6 to seek state approval…
New thrift shop, Southport Island Treasures, opens May 19
Goods on display at Southport Island Treasures. Photo by Hannah Roberts

Southport Island Treasures (S.I.T.), a new thrift and resale shop located…
BRHS boys tennis
Seahawks continue winning, defeat Carrabec
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The top-seeded Boothbay Region Seahawks improved to 6-0 on the season with a 5-0…
BRHS Alumni Lunch and Grand March information
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Please join us for the Boothbay Region High School Alumni Association Lunch on Sunday…
Chapman, Cody honored at senior day match
Seahawk senior girls tennis players Ivory Cody and Laura Chapman stand with their parents after being honored before the team's final home match on May 14. Pictured from left are David Cody, Ivory Cody, Laura Chapman and Kristie Chapman. KEVIN BURNHAM/Boothbay Register

Boothbay’s top girls tennis player over the past four years, Laura Chapman, who has not…
BRHS girls tennis
Seahawks down Phoenix
Ivory Cody, second doubles player with Maddie Andreasen, looks to return a shot against Spruce Mountain on May 14. KEVIN BURNHAM/Boothbay Register

The Boothbay Region High School girls tennis team won its second straight match, defeating Spruce Mountain at…
Lincoln Theater
Closing out a spectacular season of The Met: Live in HD
“Il Barbiere di Siviglia." Experience it at the Lincoln Theater May 31. Tickets online. Photo courtesy of The Metropolitan Opera

The Lincoln Theater is pleased to present the final two transmissions of The Met: Live…
News and notes from the Community Center
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Planting season is here! Our friends at Veggies to Table are dropping off flower and veggie…
Fireworks spark kids’ civic engagement
Officer Larry Brown reads a letter from the Boothbay Harbor Selectboard to Jessica Lessner’s third grade class. By Shawna Kurr

Fireworks over Boothbay Harbor are an iconic sign of summer as a cacophony of colors creates some of the town’s…
BRWD to conduct watershed survey
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Boothbay Region Water District Natural Resources Manager Rebecca Jacobs is conducting a new watershed…

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Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 5 arrests
Maine Warden Service aids in Damariscotta search
Arrests in Lincoln County cable theft
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 3 arrests
BHPD makes 2 arrests
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Tides

Saturday, 05/17
2:45 AM High 9.75`
9:03 AM Low 0.53`
3:33 PM High 8.37`
9:07 PM Low 1.84`
Sunday, 05/18
3:30 AM High 9.67`
9:49 AM Low 0.59`
4:20 PM High 8.40`
9:57 PM Low 1.82`
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Tides

Saturday, 05/17
2:23 AM High 9.19`
8:51 AM Low 0.50`
3:11 PM High 7.88`
8:55 PM Low 1.73`
Sunday, 05/18
3:08 AM High 9.11`
9:37 AM Low 0.56`
3:58 PM High 7.92`
9:45 PM Low 1.71`
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Rockland Tides

Saturday, 05/17
2:13 AM High 9.96`
8:51 AM Low 0.61`
3:00 PM High 8.67`
8:54 PM Low 2.06`
Sunday, 05/18
2:59 AM High 9.91`
9:38 AM Low 0.65`
3:47 PM High 8.71`
9:44 PM Low 2.04`
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Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Saturday, 05/17
2:19 AM High 10.47`
8:43 AM Low 0.70`
2:59 PM High 9.30`
8:51 PM Low 2.09`
Sunday, 05/18
3:04 AM High 10.37`
9:28 AM Low 0.75`
3:46 PM High 9.32`
9:40 PM Low 2.05`
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Data courtesy of NOAA

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