The Cape Elizabeth gray heron in flight shows off the bold white wrists at the bend of the wing that were probably its best field mark. Photo courtesy of Doug Hitchcox.

A Bird's Tale

An older gentleman we knew in years past who has since passed away had a, let’s just say “unique” way to remember the name of the ibis. He was a former French teacher; we can still hear his strong French-Canadian accent, passed down from his parents who had…

CSD school committee seeks answers on bus removal, survey

Questions abounded at the Community School District (CSD) school committee's Oct. 13 meeting. As reported in the Register, the board was concerned that CSD schools lacked heat or hot water for five weeks and questioned how the situation…

BRHS field hockey

Seahawks move on with 4-0 win over Waynflete

Junior Moriah Smith scored one goal and had two assists as the Boothbay Region Seahawks defeated the visiting Waynflete Flyers, 4-0, in the Class C South quarterfinal on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Smith’s assists were to sophomore Lilly Cowing, who scored goals in the…

'Round Town

Sherman Zwicker

One of Boothbay Harbor’s most revered residents is coming back for a visit. The Sherman Zwicker is returning to her adopted home for some updating and repairs at Sample’s Shipyard. The significant tow had to await good weather and arrangements for a proper…

ennifer and Brian Bennhoff made it a tradition to take their three daughters, Mallory, Hadley and Delaney, and dog, Sparky, to the footbridge to commemorate each summer in Boothbay Harbor. Now full-time residents, the Bennoffs made sure to bring a family photo to the 125th anniversary celebration. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Walking down memory lane for Footbridge's 125th

A lot has changed in Boothbay Harbor over the last 125 years, but for locals and visitors alike, the footbridge has remained constant. About 200 people gathered Oct. 24 to celebrate this iconic local landmark and mark a spot in the bridge's history. A…

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Stall-O-Treat draws over 100 people

Horses were a hit, part II

Village residents visit the horses in the lower paddocks at Burke's Island Farm on Friday, Oct. 23 with employee Ella Watts. KEVIN BURNHAM/Boothbay Register

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Sail Power & Steam Museum

COH Blue Café presents Castlebay

Camden Opera House

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DMR and UMaine collaborate on study of Marine Resource Monitoring Programs’ ability to capture impacts of climate change

The effects of a changing climate in the Gulf of…

Southport building permits

#4389 Jon and Linda Wicker, 4 Spruce Ledge Trail, new house

#4390 Chris Miller, 43…

Interactive theater program explores community ties to the Damariscotta River

Eating Damariscotta River oysters is one way many people connect to the river. This and other connections will be explored during an interactive theater experience on Nov. 7. Heather Leslie photo

On Saturday, Nov. 7 at 1 p.m., community members are…

Maine Green Schools Network to host 3 regional gatherings this fall

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) and the Maine…

Edgecomb receives $3K MMA grant for generator

On Oct. 27, Edgecomb selectmen announced the town had received a $3,000 Maine Municipal…

MaineHealth offers free CNA apprenticeship training

MaineHealth is offering a certified nursing assistant (CNA) apprenticeship…

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library to host conversation on housing

Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library, in partnership with Tedford Housing…

Finding Our Voices provides $540,000 in aid to Maine domestic abuse survivors

Finding Our Voices, the grassroots nonprofit supporting…

From the assistant editor

Hell, hope and help: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Nothing I write here could say it better than Arts and Entertainment Editor Lisa Kristoff…

From the editor

DV, VD and MB

Each October, Lisa Kristoff, our arts & entertainment editor and purveyor of everything to do with informing the…

Next BRHS Drama Club production: '9 to 5'

The BRHS Drama department is excited to…

News and notes from the Community Center

We are in need of transfer wheelchairs to lend to residents who need them. These are…

Joe's Journal

Collins/Jackson

Ms. Pigette told me she does not know who will win the House or the Senate. “That question is way above my pay grade,”…

Bremen Library wreath sale underway

Get your holiday wreath from the Bremen Library. Courtesy photo

It is that time of year when the Bremen Library gets ready for our popular wreath sale…

Maine author Steve Burt does it again

Steve Burt of Wells, Maine, has released his three new Sebago Lake teen thrillers, "The Camp…

A Heartwood and Lincoln Academy production

Opening this weekend: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'

Three lovely fairies in "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at Lincoln Academy, Oct. 30-Nov. 7. From left: Lily Howe, Mary Gallagher, and Ellie Thomas. Photo by Jenny Mayher

Opening this weekend - William Shakespeare’s comedy of love, magic, and…

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 472 calls for service for the period of…

Southport School Committee discussing student emergency reserve account

The Southport School Committee is discussing what a…

Rebuilding Together/Lincoln County gets to work

Rebuilding Together/Lincoln County volunteers at work. Courtesy photo

Several volunteers from Rebuilding Together/Lincoln County recently worked to replace…

Boothbay football keeps winning, defeats Mt. View, 52-0

On Friday night, Boothbay concluded its most successful 8-man football…

Digital Legacy Readiness Talk at Southport Nov. 5

Join consultant Kari Smith Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. for a…

Press release

Independent experts to review data and process behind Lincoln Hospital Labor and Delivery decision

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital invites community…

Experience “Gathered in Maine” at Gardens’ free Community Night

Gardens Aglow. Courtesy of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Join Boothbay region neighbors on Friday, Nov. 13, from 4 to 9 p.m. for…

Breaking free, no longer silent

"Domestic abuse and violence is a pattern of controlling behavior in the context of a…

No tide data available.

Rockland Tides

Friday, 10/30
2:20 AM	High	10.14`
8:16 AM	Low	0.53`
2:27 PM	High	11.63`
9:04 PM	Low	-0.93`

Saturday, 10/31
3:19 AM	High	9.89`
9:15 AM	Low	0.79`
3:28 PM	High	11.29`
10:05 PM	Low	-0.62`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Friday, 10/30
2:15 AM	High	10.59`
8:11 AM	Low	0.60`
2:28 PM	High	11.89`
8:55 PM	Low	-0.59`

Saturday, 10/31
3:13 AM	High	10.23`
9:10 AM	Low	0.95`
3:28 PM	High	11.43`
9:57 PM	Low	-0.18`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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