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Boothbay Sea and Science Center
Last week science at the Boothbay Sea and Science Center (BSSC) was chalk full of field trips and guest speakers. On Monday, after…
I was going to write about the intricacies of the Queen Anne’s lace blooms that have withstood droughts grasp, the flutter of the poplar leaves playing in the breezes that make the humidity more…
As the season is winding down, we are packing in our favorite August events and making the most of our days on the island. This weekend’s beautiful weather was a treat for all who were out on the…
You are cordially invited!
Join us on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. when Mary Lou Teel will share some of her experiences with…
The sad news to report is the passing of Sue Bradley. She was a vibrant member of the Bayville community. When The Ledge got a bit crowded, she and husband Perry founded West Bayville. Most…
Dotty and I arrived in Sprucewold on Thursday, June 25 after our usual 2,500-mile drive from New Mexico. I often say that the mottos of…
Another Legion yard sale has come and gone! Financially, it was one of our best yet! I really want to thank all the volunteers who helped Friday and Saturday … especially Friday!
Two big…
Boothbay Region YMCA: Community Catalyst for Good
Next Friday, Aug…
A Bird's Tale
The “review.” It’s how we decide whether to watch a movie or show, dine at a new restaurant, even hike a trail we’ve never taken before.
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Time is flying so mark your calendars!
Thursday, Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. join us for "An Evening with Mary Lou Teel!" Behind the…
Boothbay Region YMCA: Community Catalyst for Good
David Washburn, aquatics director…
Another wonderful week of Southport Yacht Club sailing camp has come and gone, the first week in a long time without any regattas, which meant that the whole community of the Junior Yacht Club was…
A new month and nature is definitely letting us know that late summer is coming early. Warm evenings are filled with the now mature crickets rubbing their wings together, delighting us and…
Community of Hope
There is no question that domestic…
A Bird's Tale
We hate to be the ones to say this, but could you think of a bird name that’s more boring than this: broad-winged hawk? What does the non-birder…
Joe's Journal
Last week, after the LincolnHealth Miles hospital advisory board met behind closed doors and voted to suspend birthing services, hospital officials and board members declined to comment.…
The SYC Annual Seguin Island Open Race was held on Saturday with five boats on the Division I starting line and seven boats in Division II. The wind started out a bit light but filled in during…
Coming in just three weeks we've got another great event for you! Mark your calendar for…
Juniper and McKown Points are…
Those on vacation this past week certainly hit the jackpot with the weather. I don't recall a better stretch of weather in July in many years.
Sadly this is the last week of vacation for…
Normally I would be saying good morning as I begin the column, however, I will admit to having found it difficult to make my way to the work area at the end of my kitchen table. I have been…
Boothbay Region YMCA: Community Catalyst for Good
489 miles in 34 days. For friends…
WHERE IT'S AT
Fans of Jerry Farnham’s “Red At Night” series about the Finn family will soon learn how it all works out in the end when “Last Light” is published early in the fall. This final installment picks…
A Bird's Tale
There are few better places to be on a torridly hot summer day than the cool ocean waters off the Maine coast. That’s where we found ourselves a few…
From the Maine Senate
The entire state of Maine has seen a reduction in rural maternity services. However, in recent weeks it has been brought to light that our very own Labor & Delivery Services at MaineHealth…
