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Brave and curious lovers of local history are invited by Lincoln County Historical Association to experience a new event, "Shades of the Past," at the 1761…

The cast of the Lincoln Academy and Heartwood production of "Into the Woods" opens Oct. 24 at the Poe Theater of Newcastle. Courtesy of Heartwood

Lincoln Academy will soon present the popular musical "Into the Woods," by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, in collaboration with Heartwood Theater, who is sharing…

Coastal Car Wash and the Harbor’s Choice Laundry is hosting their first ever pumpkin decorating competition. Courtesy of Terri Herald

Coastal Car Wash and Harbor’s Choice Laundry is hosting its first ever pumpkin decorating competition. Painting, carving, or accessorizing, any form of decorating is allowed as…

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The Alternative Organizational Structure (AOS) 98 board welcomed new members and moved forward on establishing policies June 24.

The…

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A handful of letters are at the heart of a Community School District (CSD) predicament since April, when the Board of Trustees…

Officer Larry Brown gifts sophomore Addie Barter, 15, with a copy of "Looking Back Vol 2." so she can learn about her great uncle, Gordon Tibbetts. Courtesy of Larry Brown

Boothbay Region high schooler Addie Barter, 15, has gained national recognition for her commitment to the Boothbay region and involvement with local veterans, but a…

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The 57th Fall Foliage Festival is set for this Saturday, Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Boothbay Railway Village…

Tomatoes and Alain Ollier

Fall is in the air at Veggies to Table and the fields are brimming with abundance. The dedicated crew and incredible volunteers are deep in harvest mode—armloads of…

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Announcing Maine Department of Environmental Protection’s Basic & Advanced Erosion Control Practices Certification course on Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Wiscasset Community Center. Registration…

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“The Last Class,” screening at the Harbor Theater here in Boothbay Harbor on Monday, Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m., is the documentary made during Robert Reich’s last semester teaching his course, “Wealth…

Novel Jazz Septet is returning to Skidompha for an autumn night of music. Courtesy of the band

The Novel Jazz Septet will be returning to the Skidompha Public Library for what they are affectionately calling, “The Great Pumpkin Jam,” on Saturday, Oct. 11 at …

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Plan to park at The Lincoln Home for the Pumpkinfest festivities! The $20 fee collected directly benefits The Lincoln Home Resident Assistance fund.

Located at 22 River Road, Newcastle, The…

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Butterfly and hummingbird garden seed mix. Courtesy photo

Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District is excited to announce our autumn fundraiser -…

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital
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MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital will hold seasonal flu vaccine clinics at its primary care practices beginning Saturday, Sept. 27. The clinics will run through October on…

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History and Function of Essential Oils is the focus of the monthly meeting of Pemaquid Chapter, NSDAR on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 11 a.m. at the American Legion, 25 Industrial Park Road, Boothbay. All…

Jessica Gordon with her Sunshine Award and banner. Courtesy photo

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital is proud to announce that Jessica Gordon of Newcastle, a m…

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Please join us on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 1 p.m. (rain date Oct. 5) to help us save lives from breast cancer! Your local Garden Club is raising funds for the American…

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The Knox Lincoln County Beekeepers (KLCB) is pleased to announce a Harvest Meeting – Overwintering Your Hives at…

Our Blue Planet

Boothbay Region Clean Drinking Water Initiative is bringing "Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey" to the Harbor Theater on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. The movie is free to…

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Boothbay Harbor's self-guided tour of galleries in the region.  …

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Join apple enthusiast, Ron Ross, for an engaging talk on what it takes to plan, plant, and ultimately pick apples from your own tree(s) at the next meeting of the…

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In celebration of Pumpkinfest, Lincoln County Historical Association will present a special demonstration of  the work of the colonial cooper on Oct. 11 and 12…

Pumpkin crew

It took some serious muscle—and plenty of laughs—as growers Jimmy Jellison (AKAPumpkin Spice) , Irma and son Joe Hackett with help from the crew delivered four giant pumpkins around town. One…

A secret pumpkin patch was unveiled during BRVM's Family Harvest Day, allowing families to select their very own festive gourds. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Railway Village Museum (BRVM) served up a day full of fall fun Sept. 27 at its annual Family Harvest Day event.  

The Village Green was full of activity as children bumped…

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Boothbay Baptist Church, Route 27/Wiscasset Road, Boothbay is holding a free Harvest Fest on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There will be games, food and activities.

The food…

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The Boothbay Railway Village is pleased to welcome First Responders and their families to an appreciation weekend on Saturday, Oct. 4 and Sunday, Oct. 5. In gratitude for their selfless service…

The next monthly meeting of the Visually Impaired Persons group will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 1:15 p.m. in the Community Center/Boothbay Region Health Care Center located…

Jeff Daniels. Opera House. Boothbay Harbor. Oct. 17. Got tickets? Luc Daniels photo

In 1976, Emmy-winning star of stage and screen Jeff Daniels bought a Guild D-40 from Herb David’s Guitar Studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan, threw it in the back of his old…

The Southport Island Association (SIA), in conjunction with Nathan's Pharmacy, is conducting a Flu Vaccination Clinic at the Southport Town Hall on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 4 to 5:15 p.m. All are…

Peter Russell

Peter Russell of Cumberland and East Boothbay was recently honored for more than 40 years of “distinguished service in human resources, leadership development, and organizational strategy,” by…

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As a soloist, with his trio, and as a member of the Paul Winter Consort, Maine pianist Paul Sullivan has performed in most of the United States and Europe, as well as…

Gather at the Wanderwood Barn with 100+ Women Who Care. Courtesy of Jill Hoyle Photography

Give back to community—in community—at the stunning rural barn at Wanderwood, 79 Sidelinger Road, Nobleboro, on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. To date, the local…

Courtesy of the Boothbay Region Historical Society

This image was donated to the Boothbay Region Historical Society. Can you help us identify the location or people by sharing what you know? Contact the Society via email at info@boothbayhistorical…

"Freakier Friday" opens at the Harbor Theater on Friday, Sept. 26. Courtesy of the venue

“Downton Abbey: The Grande Finale” - “PG; 2 hours, 4 minutes” - In this final cinematic chapter, the Crawley family gathers at Downton Abbey as the…

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The Community School District schools are ready for the new school year. Director of Facilities Dave Benner…

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Mark your calendar! The Boothbay Region Historical Society will hold its popular Cheese and Treats fundraiser at the museum on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. until sold out.

In addition to a…

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Don't miss: "The Last Class" at the Harbor Theater, one show only, Oct. 6 at 6. Courtesy of the venue

Democracy is not a spectator sport. Learning is not a spectator sport. It's active!” – Robert Reich in “The Last Class”

Boothbay Region Fire Auxiliary Secretary Sara Pinkham serving delicious homemade treats to auction goers. Photo by Katie Cunningham 

The Boothbay Region Fire Auxiliary would like to thank all those who supported its concession stand at the Aug. 23 Southport Fire Department’s auction. $1,000 was raised to benefit the…

Courtesy of Boothbay Region Democratic Committee

The Boothbay Region Democratic Committee is excited to announce its End-of-Season Community Picnic, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 18, from…

Bill Gerencer shows attendees a stream of an AI-powered ground fish identifier that can classify fish type, age, size, and location. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

After 45 years spent in local waters, Bill Gerencer is sharing his experiences in his new coming-of-age memoir, “Working Waterfront: A Fish Tale.” The atmosphere Sept. 17 at Boothbay…

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"It's a special day when you're with American veterans," guest speaker Brigadier General (Ret) William Leszczynski said at Charles E. Sherman American Legion Post Sept…

Scottish Terrier Club of New England

Tom Myette and his Scottie Rita hosted The Scottish Terrier Club of New England’s (STCNE) Wine & Wags Cocktail Party to…

Castle Tucker. Courtesy of HNE

Peek into the nooks and crannies of Castle Tucker on the final Behind Closed Doors tour of the season Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.  Whether you are a first time or repeat visitor…

Two Mini Seahawks. Kaitlyn James photo

On Sunday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 4 p.…

Six inducted into BRHS chapter of NHS

National Honor Society (NHS) welcomed six new Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) inductees Sept. 18 in the gymnasium. The new members, all juniors, are Allan (A.J.) Crocker, Ronan Drage, Cole…

Boothbay Sea and Science Center kicks off South Bristol School's Marine Week

Boothbay Sea and Science Center (BSSC) in East Boothbay hosted just over 60 students, teachers and faculty of South Bristol School (SBS), pre-K through eighth grade, for a first-of-its-kind whole…

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From left: Abi Iverson (Development Director); Senate President Mattie Daughtry, D-Brunswick; Jenn Caron (Executive Director); Priscilla Congdon (Founder); and Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol; in front of murals inspired by children of previous years at Coastal Kids Preschool in Damariscotta. Courtesy photo

On Thursday, Sept. 11, Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol, and Senate President Mattie Daughtry, D-Brunswick, met with child care…

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Boothbay-Wiscasset Regional Adult Education is excited to launch its first school-year enrichment program, running from October 2025 through May 2026.…

Local resources are available to help give your furry friends the best healthcare, such as Mattie, 13, who was adopted from Midcoast Humane ten years ago. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

With all the joy our furry friends bring us, it's natural we want to give them the best healthcare. However, this can become hard when costs pile up, especially for…