First National Bank contributes $50,000 to Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library’s Next 100 Capital Campaign

First National Bank is proud to announce a $50,000 contribution to Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library’s Next 100 Capital Campaign, supporting the library’s work to preserve its historic role in the Boothbay region while expanding access, safety, and community…

Drone Show amazes

The highly anticipated Drone Show, featuring over 20 formations of local and patriotic displays, drew thousands of people to the shorelines and on boats in Boothbay Harbor Friday night, July 17. Cheers and boat horns rang out over the harbor as each formation took…

White and Green Hope Founder Liz Michaud opens ceremonies July 21st in Boothbay Harbor for Maine's first state Commercial Fishing Remembrance Day. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Harbor honors fishermen lost at sea

From Portland to Pleasant Point, 10 communities came together July 21 to honor the lives of commercial fishermen lost at sea in Maine's first statewide celebration. Boothbay Harbor held a ceremony at the Fishermen's Memorial with speakers including Gov. Janet…

CSD trustees seek legal counsel, clarify conduct questions

July 9, Community School District (CSD) trustees floated getting legal counsel for general representation, following an exploratory search by Chair Sewall Maddocks. However, before this, Maddocks brought up an executive session agenda item regarding…

'Round Town

Danny

Danny Beal and I landed here in the Boothbay area at about the same time. I, a traveling Willberry from away, and Danny, a traveling show from the Jonesport-Beals area. It was the late ’70s and nobody much cared. I found Arthur Barlow and Dwight Plummer at Harbor…

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This gleeful wee girl runs back to her family after sinking Marine Corps veteran Charlie Stanley at the BCA's Fourth on the Common July 3. LISA KRISTOFF/Boothbay Register

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Maine Art Gallery’s 'Plein Air: Paint It Maine!' event

https://www.boothbayregister.com/sites/default/files/2026/07/field/image/download.pngJillian Herrigal, "Sail Fragments," mixed media 2026 on exhibit in “The Art of Alchemy: Collage/Mixed Media Exploration" at the Maine Art Gallery.

The woods, meadows, lakes and streams of Midcoast Maine have always beckoned to…

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Aug. 13: Moanin’ Frogs Sax Band in BBH

The Moanin' Frogs. Aug. 13. Opera House. Got tickets? Courtesy of the venue

Six saxophonists’ stupendous songs–anyone who can say that 10 times fast is clearly a fan of the…

Northern Border Regional Commission pre-applications open

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Sheepscot Links results

Senior Scramble July 20

1st (62) Gary Lawrence, Anton Lawrence, Judy…

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Kevin Kiley & Friends in concert Aug. 1

Musician, dancer, actor Kevin Kiley. Courtesy photo

When Kevin Kiley puts out the call for a show, his talented friends always say yes. For more than a…

It’s time to rock around the jailhouse block

Jailhouse Rock at the Old Jail on Federal Street in Wiscasset is a fun event for all ages. Photo by Bob Bond

It’s party time at the Old Lincoln County Jail on Federal Street in Wiscasset! Gather your…

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The HAAS Sisters in concert Aug. 12

Musical DNA magic will be on display when the HAAS Sisters will bring their extraordinary talents to the…

BRHS Champions of Change commentary

Advocating for designated and customized student parking

The student parking lot is a pressing issue on the minds of the Boothbay…

Edgecomb Fire Rescue June report

Edgecomb Fire Rescue responded to 27 calls in June, compared to 25 calls in May. June calls included…

Brown, Scott among Midcoast Sports Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductees

Boothbay Region High School cross country and track and field coach Nick Scott. Fritz Freudenberger photo

The Midcoast Sports Hall of Fame announces its Induction Class for…

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Art House Theater Day screening: 'Out Of Print'

"Out Of Print" director Julia Marchese. Courtesy photo

Movie lovers are invited to celebrate the enduring magic of…

WHERE IT'S AT

Farnham book series concludes with 'Last Light'

Here it is: the final book of Jerry Farnham's "Red At Night" series, cover art by Bryan Soames. Courtesy of the author

Fans of Jerry Farnham’s “Red At Night” series about the Finn family will soon learn how it all works…

Boothbay considering repairing roundabout

There is something wrong with the roundabout in Boothbay. For nearly two years, town…

BRHS Champions of Change commentary

Raising the passing grade at BRHS

If a craftsman builds 60% of a chair and says it's finished, will someone be able to sit in it?…

MaineHealth/Lincoln Hospital Board votes to close Miles Hospital's Labor & Delivery unit

Today, the local MaineHealth/Lincoln Hospital…

Maine Arts Commission

Maine launches creative aging Maine certification program

AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine Arts Commission, in partnership with the Maine…

Edgecomb selectmen seeking building committee recommendation about town hall

Since 2019, the Edgecomb Building Committee has explored potential…

Some history behind Boothbay Region Historical Society’s ‘Tea, Treats, and Tales’ Aug. 12

A 1933 postcard to Elizabeth Reed. Courtesy of BRHS

Readers may wonder how the Boothbay Region…

Hurricanes end 36ers’ Legion baseball season with play-in victory

The Boothbay 36ers built a 2-0 lead July 20 versus the Central Maine…

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Ball in the House at the Opera House July 30

An evening with Ball in the House is like no other: their special brand of music is a combination of R…

'Fins & Feathers' at Kerr+Jones Gallery

Limited edition print: David Witbeck's "Lumpers" at Kerr + Jones Gallery of East Boothbay. Courtesy of the venue

Imagine a world without birdsong or the ‘denizens of the sea’ who captivate us with their unseen…

George Chase resigns as Edgecomb selectman, says 'Stuart Smith will make greater contribution'

Edgecomb is down a selectman. George Chase,…

BHYC event July 30

Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Junior Sailing and Tennis will be hosting another night of functional and…

Burnt Island Light welcomes visitors for the summer

Burnt Island recently hosted a reporting team from Boston’s ABC TV affiliate that is doing a story on the Boothbay Harbor region. Courtesy photo

Burnt Island Light is once again open for the season! After some unavoidable delays…

Tides

Saturday, 07/25
3:05 AM	Low	1.13`
9:25 AM	High	8.02`
3:03 PM	Low	2.03`
9:32 PM	High	9.47`

Sunday, 07/26
3:56 AM	Low	0.97`
10:16 AM	High	8.13`
3:52 PM	Low	1.92`
10:20 PM	High	9.64`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Saturday, 07/25
2:53 AM	Low	1.06`
9:03 AM	High	7.55`
2:51 PM	Low	1.92`
9:10 PM	High	8.92`

Sunday, 07/26
3:44 AM	Low	0.91`
9:54 AM	High	7.66`
3:40 PM	Low	1.80`
9:58 PM	High	9.08`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Saturday, 07/25
2:44 AM	Low	1.02`
9:00 AM	High	8.54`
2:47 PM	Low	1.96`
9:10 PM	High	9.88`

Sunday, 07/26
3:35 AM	Low	0.90`
9:50 AM	High	8.60`
3:36 PM	Low	1.92`
9:57 PM	High	10.00`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Saturday, 07/25
2:38 AM	Low	1.20`
8:54 AM	High	8.84`
2:45 PM	Low	2.19`
9:02 PM	High	10.19`

Sunday, 07/26
3:29 AM	Low	1.04`
9:43 AM	High	8.97`
3:34 PM	Low	2.07`
9:50 PM	High	10.37`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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