The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section is maintaining the current moratorium on northern shrimp fishing through the 2025 fishing year…
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The following is a partial list of door prize winners from Boothbay Harbor's Early Bird Sale:
AE Ceramics, Emily Higgins; Meadow Skincare, Sarah Baldwin; Cannery, Anne Peaslee; The Hutch,…
Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers recorded in November:
Alna: Moon, Noelle Catherine to Wiscasset Waterville & Farmington Railway…
“Snow drops and cookies and cakes of white chocolate, bright shiny trees and mulled spices in goblets, Holiday trees and wreaths of pine branches, Fairy…
Despite the drizzle and cool temperatures, the 2024 Early Bird Sale and Pajama Party drew lots of shoppers in downtown Boothbay Harbor on Saturday, Nov. 23.
The Register's Steve Edwards is…
Home buyers across the state of Maine are actively pursuing the purchase of single-family existing homes, yet they still face a lack of available inventory. Maine…
Wear your best PJs to bed this Friday night, and remember to set your alarm on the bright and early setting (a.k.a. 5 a.m.) because the 36th Early Bird Sale & Pajama Party is this Saturday,…
Press release
The Maine Yankee Community Advisory Panel (CAP) on Spent Nuclear Fuel Storage and Removal convened its annual public meeting Oct. 29. Panel members and attendees heard presentations on the status…
Isabelle “Is” Curtis joined the Boothbay Register/Wiscasset Newspaper staff this week as a full-time reporter.…
Wiscasset photographer Bob Bond of 40 Federal Studio was out and about for Saturday's Early Riser in Wiscasset. Enjoy the comments Bond gathered along with the pictures.
This Santa had a beanie.
That fits, if you know "Big Al" Cohen or saw his commercials over the many years Cohen had Big Al's Super Values, "Route (rhymes with 'out') One, Wiscasset."
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A higher inventory of single-family homes for sale in Maine has started to bring about a more balanced market to the state. According to Maine Listings, 5.39 percent more homes were sold in…
The Mills Administration announced Tuesday, Wiscasset and five other communities will receive technical assistance from the state to support locally determined revitalization projects at current…
It was a night for celebrating a successful tourism season and celebrating achievements in the community. Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce held its annual members' dinner Oct. 15 at…
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Pooley Realty Group and Pottle Realty have announced that they are combining forces to cover both buyer and seller real estate in the Midcoast region, with Jessica Pooley serving as the Designated…
Home sales in Maine remain healthy, though buyers are still faced with fewer properties for sale. According to Maine Listings, Realtors across the state sold 1.66 percent more single-family…
A three-year study monitoring Midcoast traffic patterns begins this fall with a focus on alleviating Route One congestion. On Sept. 3, Executive Director Emily Rabbe announced Lincoln County…
Men’s Night in Boothbay/Boothbay Harbor has traditionally been held the Wednesday before Christmas week. On Men’s Night, local businesses offer special sales for last minute shoppers or people who…
AUGUSTA (August 22, 2024)—Sales of single-family home sales in Maine remain healthy and in-demand, though the number of units-for-sale remains low. Maine Listings reported 1,482 homes changed…
Boothbay selectmen voted, 3-2, Aug. 14 to assess a $1,000 per day fine to McGee Construction of Gardiner for missing a construction deadline. McGee was hired this spring to finish a municipal…
ROCKLAND — OUT Maine has received a grant from the Equity Fund of the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) to expand and strengthen the network of Gay, Straight, and Transgender Alliance…
Tall tales, like doughnuts, have their holes, but Hanson Crockett Gregory, then 16, is largely recognized as creating, in 1847, the modern doughnut, with a void in the middle. His tombstone…
Maine Connectivity Authority’s board on Friday approved two grant awards through the…
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Does anyone remember the phrase, "If you got somewhere to Go Go, just call Bo Bo!"
Most people who knew that phrase also knew the number by heart, (207) 380-4182. Well, without further ado…
As a result of the March 2024 agreement by the National Association of Realtors to settle one of several class action lawsuits brought against them and a variety of large national real estate…
Boothbay selectmen want the Butler and Country Club road paving project complete by Aug. 1. Contractor McGee Construction began the project last spring with an expected May 17 completion date. A…
A notable increase in for-sale inventory is a positive for buyers of single-family existing homes in Maine. Today, Maine Listings released sales statistics for the month of June, which showed a…
Southport Selectman Gerry Gamage will contact Consolidated Communications regarding a request to move six veterans’ banner placements. Consolidated Communications didn’t specify the problem,…
When planning a vacation, finding and paying for parking might be the last thing on people’s minds. This can become a problem when an unfamiliar parking system is…
Every now and then, life offers up occasions when you need to gather with more people than your home can hold. And if you're visiting Boothbay Harbor, finding a spot for private events can be…
Robert Mitchell’s annual calendar is a very personal endeavor – for him and for those who will use it and enjoy the photos month after month. After flipping beyond the stunning sunset on the cover…
A new chapter at Special Olympics Maine began this week with Ian Frank's first official day as President and CEO. Monday, July 1 was Frank’s first day replacing long time President and CEO Phil…
Linekin Bay Resort in Boothbay Harbor went through a transformative renovation and expansion during the 2023/2024 off-season. Known for its classic coastal charm and breathtaking views of Linekin…
Moving on ...
"Filled with gratitude for the countless ways this ... has enriched our lives," Teresa and Dan Williams say in thanking the "wonderful community" they have called home in a letter sent to the…
Almost every year since 2010 there has been an Iris sale in Edgecomb. Louise Hardina raises these irises in Damariscotta. Irises are her passion.
This year there are about a dozen different…
Southport is one of 10 Lincoln County towns and one Sagadahoc County town joining forces seeking improved internet service. On June 19, Southport selectmen signed a letter in “full” support…
Hancock Lumber is excited to welcome Mark Smith as the new general manager of our Damariscotta location. He brings extensive experience in the lumber and building materials industry to his…
AUGUSTA (June 21, 2024)—Single-family existing homes across Maine were highly sought-after in May 2024. Realtors report that 1,180 homes changed hands last month, up 3.96%, and according to Maine…
Southport General Store has a new look and a new energy. The store’s managers, Nancy Long and Teresa Bryer, along with Gift Barn managers Emma Gay and Annie Buchholz, have taken time through…
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At their annual Selling Season Kick-Off Breakfast held at the Oysterhead Lounge in Newcastle recently, the 30-plus associates from Cheney Insurance, Newcastle Realty, and…
Sales of single-family existing homes in Maine are on a healthy rise. Maine Listings reported May 22 a 17.51 percent jump in sales of single-family existing homes across the state. In April 2024,…
Bath Savings Trust Company (BSTC) President Tom Whelan announced the appointment of Ashley Daigle as vice president, trust officer. In her new role, Daigle will work with…
"I quite like this," Jayshree Patel thought in the winter of 2023 as she and husband Kash drove Maine's meandering roads for the first time. The couple was moving from Texas to become general…
Topside Inn in Boothbay Harbor was honored again being named to Tripadvisors.com Top 10 Boutique Hotels in the U.S. list for the fourth year in a row. (…
Mung Bean is easily Maine's oldest exclusively American-made craft store as it celebrates 50 years!
Sue Billings and Steve Madden, the sister and brother team, opened their craft shop in…
On May 1, selectmen signed a victualer’s license for Cozy’s Dockside lessee Mike Nguyen. Selectmen also discussed with him repair work expected to begin on the property later this month. …
Helen K. Hamblett, originally from East Boothbay, has joined the Workflow team as one of their newest account coordinators.
According to its website, Workflow is a service-oriented,…
All children’s books are on sale at half price from now through Thursday, May 16 at the Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop in downtown Damariscotta.
The…
Southport will address storm damage at the town’s Cozy Harbor property. Selectmen received correspondence from Louise Monroe c who is a lessee of the Cozy’s Dockside restaurant. Monroe sought…
