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Charlotte Nutt to run for House District 48

Charlotte Nutt of Edgecomb announces candidacy for House District 48 (Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, Edgecomb, South Bristol, Southport, and Westport Island). Representative Holly Stover is serving her last term due to state term limits. The election will be on Nov.…

Gingerbread class instructor Kevin Kiley, LISA KRISTOFF/Boothbay Register

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Gingerbread 101: Creativity in building

Most Obsessive Compulsive. Best Local Landmark. Best Holiday Spirit. Best Traditional Gingerbread House Design. Best Youth Entry. Most Spectacular. These are just a few of the award categories bestowed upon gingerbread builders with creative flair. And patience.…

A mother and child share a moment while carolers sing before Santa's arrival Nov. 27 at the Boothbay Commons. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Christmas comes early to Boothbay Common

Mr. and Mrs. Claus came to Boothbay Common for an early Christmas appearance Nov. 29. Boothbay Civic Association put on the event, which included games, caroling and hot cocoa. Representatives from Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce, Boothbay Region Fire…

The starting line at the 2025 Boothbay Harbor Turkey Trot. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Runners, walkers flock to Turkey Trot for community fun

What started as a gray, drizzly morning turned into a crisp, sunny day as a crowd of runners and walkers crossed the starting line for the 2025 Boothbay Region Turkey Trot. Around 160 people registered at Boothbay Region High School for the event,…

'Round Town

Shags

It seems to me that our local cormorant population has packed up and headed elsewhere. Elsewhere, I suspect, is someplace warmer than Maine. Even southern Maine may not be far enough. These critters have always fascinated me, especially when they hang out on a…

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Early Bird 2025: What a day!

This group of Early Bird shoppers, on Nov. 22, arrived fully embracing holiday spirit and ready to shop! STEVE EDWARDS/Boothbay Register

Rolling into first place: The Greenleaf Inn

Greenleaf Inn team steering their way to a win. STEVE EDWARDS/Boothbay Register

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BHPD’s new software protects family, property

The Boothbay Harbor Police Department (BHPD) makes protecting loved ones and vacant properties easier with new online databases. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Harbor Police Department (BHPD) just got an upgrade with new online…

The Waldo Theatre

Bearly Dead: A tribute to the Grateful Dead

The Waldo is excited to have The Bearly Dead return to the stage Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. after last year’…

County commissioners approve $15.324 million budget

On Dec. 2, Lincoln County commissioners unanimously approved a 2026 budget of $15,324,…

Frank 106.9 FM to broadcast high school basketball

106.9 FRANK FM, WBQX will broadcast local high school basketball for a 16th straight…

MaineHealth Primary Care Damariscotta announces change in Saturday hours

MaineHealth Primary Care Damariscotta will no longer…

A Bird's Tale

Maine Birds and Maine Birders in Manhattan for the Holidays

The rooftop view of Manhattan was spectacular with the Chrysler Building gleaming in the afternoon sun while an American robin called from a patio on the brick building to the left. Courtesy of Jeff Wells

Like many people, we traveled to spend time with family for the Thanksgiving…

Southport November building permits

11/4/25 #4289 Ken Curtis, 12 Newagen Road, rebuild living area

11/4/25 #4290 Henry D'Angelo…

From the assistant editor

Latest 5 good things

On this next to last installment of 2025's five good things that happened in or near Wiscasset, we start with a…

From the editor

Thank you Larry Brown

I’m just gonna come out and say it – Larry Brown has been a great addition to our community over the many years…

Guided hike at Plummer Point Preserve with Coastal Rivers

A weathered spruce tree stands at the tip of Feldspar Point at Plummer Point Preserve. Courtesy of Coastal Rivers

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah …

Joe's Journal

Old Pols, New Faces

Thanksgiving is the most American of all our holidays.

How did you celebrate it? Did you…

Lincoln County property transfers in November

Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers…

Annual Penguin Plunge Jan. 1

The plunge will take place at 11 a.m. on Jan. 1 at Murray Hill in East Boothbay. Registration and…

Boothbay Railway Village Museum

All aboard for The North Pole Express!

Get your ticket to the "North Pole" for a visit with Santa and lots more Christmas fun! Courtesy of Lori Reynolds

The anticipated "North Pole Express" event series begins this weekend in Boothbay,…

Penobscot Marine Museum embarks on $30,000 statue restoration campaign

Big Jim to stand tall over Searsport in celebration of the Maine sardine and fishing communities

SEARSPORT — An iconic billboard statue erected in homage to…

Free Christmas movie at the Harbor Theater

The East Boothbay and Southport United Methodist Churches invite you to join us for a…

Midcoast Humane announces 75th Anniversary Jubilee Celebration

Midcoast…

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 3 arrests

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 236 calls for service for the period of Nov.…

AARP News You Can Use – December 2025

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Boothbay Harbor fire chief put on administrative leave

Nick Upham, Boothbay Harbor’s fire chief and public works foreman, was put on administrative…

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over: Deterring drunk driving this winter holiday season

From Dec. 10, 2025, through Jan. 1, 2026, the Maine Bureau…

Southport Column: Don't miss the upcoming events

The windy month of November is over, the wind had the smell of snow in it, but that is yet…

Boothbay Region Elementary School Youth Basketball 2025/2026

Saturday, Dec. 6 games

3-4 Girls…

Letter to the editor

When grievance politics become policy

Dear Editor:

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Tides

Thursday, 12/04
3:27 AM	Low	-0.30`
9:54 AM	High	11.86`
4:11 PM	Low	-1.71`
10:38 PM	High	10.20`

Friday, 12/05
4:19 AM	Low	-0.40`
10:47 AM	High	12.04`
5:05 PM	Low	-1.86`
11:32 PM	High	10.22`

Marine Forecast
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Tides

Thursday, 12/04
3:15 AM	Low	-0.28`
9:32 AM	High	11.17`
3:59 PM	Low	-1.61`
10:16 PM	High	9.61`

Friday, 12/05
4:07 AM	Low	-0.38`
10:25 AM	High	11.34`
4:53 PM	Low	-1.75`
11:10 PM	High	9.62`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Thursday, 12/04
3:17 AM	Low	-0.09`
9:32 AM	High	12.31`
4:02 PM	Low	-1.68`
10:17 PM	High	10.65`

Friday, 12/05
4:10 AM	Low	-0.17`
10:25 AM	High	12.57`
4:56 PM	Low	-1.91`
11:12 PM	High	10.69`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Thursday, 12/04
3:11 AM	Low	-0.27`
9:28 AM	High	12.72`
3:53 PM	Low	-1.77`
10:08 PM	High	11.19`

Friday, 12/05
4:04 AM	Low	-0.35`
10:21 AM	High	12.93`
4:46 PM	Low	-1.92`
11:02 PM	High	11.22`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Drink & Be Merry Wine Room Sale and WINE TASTING at Southport General Store!

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Drink & Be Merry Wine Room Sale and WINE TASTING at Southport General Store!

Southport General Store & Barn

Bid for a Great Cause!

MCH Making Community Happen

MCH/Meals on Wheels Online Auction is OPEN!

MCH Making Community Happen

Thomaston Place Auction Galleries Presents an Unreserved Sale of Fine Jewelry, Vintage Pieces & Precious Metals—Just in Time for Holiday Giving

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Brady's Open Tuesday for storm watch!!

Brady’s

Sunday Breakfast at Brady's!!

Brady’s

Early Bird Means Mimosa Palooza and Breakfast at Brady's!!

Brady’s

Meals on Wheels Holiday Online Auction Starting November 24th!

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Upcoming Events

Boothbay Lights' Gardens Aglow

Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 04:00 pm to9:00 pm

BRGC Annual Holiday Festival and Winter Market

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 10:00 am to4:00 pm

Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 10:00 am to5:00 pm

Bigelow Laboratory public tours

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 11:00 am to12:30 pm

Sea of Lights at MSA

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 11:00 am to3:00 pm

Thomaston Place Auction Galleries Presents an Unreserved Sale of Fine Jewelry, Vintage Pieces & Precious Metals—Just in Time for Holiday Giving

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 11:00 am to5:00 pm

Southport Lights Up

Friday, December 5, 2025 - 04:00 pm

Boothbay Lights' Gardens Aglow

Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 04:00 pm to9:00 pm

Rotary Barn

Saturday, August 30, 2025 - 08:30 am to11:00 am

Christmas Holiday Fair

Saturday, December 6, 2025 - 09:00 am to1:30 pm

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