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Edgecomb voters on Nov. 4 voted down Question 1 on the state ballot, with 187 voting yes and 472 voting no. On Question 2, voters approved the citizen…
Southport voters on Nov. 4 voted down Question 1 on the state ballot, with 94 voting yes and 257 voting no. On Question 2, voters approved the citizen…
Boothbay voters on Nov. 4 voted down Question 1 on the state ballot, with 490 voting yes and 1,072 voting no. On Question 2, voters approved the citizen initiative, 1022 to 538…
Boothbay Harbor voters on Nov. 4 voted down Question 1 on the state ballot, with 373 voting yes and 739 voting no. On Question 2, voters approved the citizen initiative, 737 to 304. Results were…
The Blaine House Commission, in collaboration with the Maine Arts Commission, invites Maine artists to submit existing three-dimensional sculptural works for acquisition and installation on the…
"It's just an old time, warm feeling ... A lot of places have coffee or tea. A lot of people come out in pajamas ... It's like a throwback to how it used to be," when the retail holiday shopping…
The next Ocean on Tap is Thursday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. at Footbridge Brewery, 25 Granary Way in Boothbay Harbor. Peter Brannen, award-winning science journalist, will be speaking about his second…
It’s that time of year when we have switched out our closet, moving the summer clothes to another closet or bins and filling the coat racks with our vests, scarves, and assortment of outerwear…
With recent reductions and delays in federal SNAP program benefits, the Boothbay Region YMCA is partnering with the Boothbay Region Food Pantry to meet the rising needs of local families. The Y…
Yogurt, fresh fruit, granola, bagels, juice and Pop Tarts were on the menu for Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library's Saturday brunch. On Nov. 1, the library held its first brunch…
The Boothbay Harbor Halloween Parade was another screaming success this year. Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library reported 680 princesses, ghosts and other festive attendees lined…
Halloween only ended hours prior, but the Christmas season was on the minds of volunteers early Nov. 1 as Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce (BHRCC) prepares for Boothbay Lights. …
Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers recorded in October:…
Walking into Manon Lewis’ classroom at Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) is not unlike viewing Bosch’s painting "The Garden of Earthly Delights." First, the eye is overwhelmed by the colors and…
The Southport Memorial Library will host a Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11 to remember and honor those who served. All are invited to gather inside the library at 10:45 a.m. The ceremony…
HospitalityMaine is proud to announce the creation of its Legislative Champion Award, recognizing lawmakers who demonstrate strong leadership and a deep understanding of the…
Coastal Car Wash and Harbor’s Choice Laundry was embracing the Halloween spirit Oct. 31 as it hosted its first-ever pumpkin decorating competition.
Whether it was painting, carving, or…
It was the first ever State of the Schools address given Oct. 28 to the Edgecomb selectboard. Following last spring's budget negotiations, Michael Maxim, selectboard chairman, and Heather Sinclair…
Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dorell Alexandru Carter, who left this world unexpectedly at the age of 36.
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All First National Bank branches are collecting items for local food pantries throughout the month of November.
If you would like to help, First National…
MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital (MHLH) celebrated its recent Pathway to Excellence Designation with a flag-raising ceremony Oct. 20 on the Miles Campus. The achievement…
On Monday morning, Oct. 27, 23 community leaders, municipal representatives, and local organizations gathered at the Rotary Club of Boothbay Harbor for an emergency…
Obituary
Mae C. Reynolds, 93, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on Oct. 22, 2025.
Born in Medford, Massachusetts on March 4, 1932, Mae was the youngest of four children to Harry and…
Oct. 28, Boothbay Region Water District (BRWD) General Manager Weston Alley assured trustees that local water sources were still in good condition despite the county’s continuing D2 severe drought…
Looking for a new volunteer opportunity? Interested in learning about amazing Maine nonprofits? Join Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library for a Virtual Volunteer Fair.
Zoom in for this virtual…
During an Oct. 29 Boothbay Region Cemetery District trustee meeting, President Bernard "Skip" MacPhee recounted a recent accident at Boothbay’s Evergreen Cemetery.…
The Boothbay Region Climate Action Team (BRCAT) invites volunteers to participate in a King Tide observation on Friday, Nov. 7 at 11:30 a.m. at the west end of the footbridge. Dottie Yunger from…
Police Chief Doug Snyder and Finance Officer Thomas Browne gave an annual parking and finance report to Boothbay Harbor's selectboard Oct. 27. Overall, business seemed…
Daylight saving time will end for the year at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 2. Turn your clocks back one hour that day.
Wiscasset Police Department reported the following for Oct. 1-15:
Arrests, summonses
Oct. 1, Robert J. Saxton, 20, of…
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 246 calls for service for the period of Oct. 21 to Oct. 28. and Year to date, LCSO has responded to 12,040 calls for…
Monday, Nov. 10 is the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps!Marines, and those who served with us, will again be…
Southport selectmen discussed concerns about potential problems stemming from placing too large a culvert near the beach. During the Oct. 22…
Obituary
Barbara Kelley Cundy, 91, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Oct. 25, 2025 at St. Andrews Village in Boothbay Harbor.
Barbara was born Dec. 21, 1933 in Boothbay Harbor to…
Mainers will see two big questions on the ballot this year: one about election procedures, and one about a potential red flag law.
Maine citizens can put…
Are you a veteran, active duty service member or veteran’s spouse or family member? If yes, then please let the Rotary Club and the High School Rotary Interact Club thank you for your dedication…
Legal action around the $30 million referendum for renovations to Boothbay Region Elementary School continued this month as lawyers presented oral arguments to Maine…
It was a day of tricks and treats Oct. 25 as costumed children and adults descended on Boothbay Railway Village Museum (BRV) for its annual SPOOKtacular. Marketing Director Lori Reynolds reported…
On Saturday, Oct. 18, the Midcoast…
Nearly 120 local women gathered at Wanderwood in early October to support and celebrate the impactful work of local non-profits. After a social hour at the event, the names of three member-…
