We may have a recent preoccupation with swifts. They seem to have been finding their way into these columns a disproportionate number of times lately as compared to other birds. But we make no…
Talk
From the assistant editor
Kudos to Woolwich’s and Kennebec Estuary Land Trust’s plans for projects near George…
From the editor
It’s not too late to get out on the water. I haven’t been on a boat to see our beautiful coastline for several years. I always hand off the coverage of the Parade of Sail on Windjammer Days to…
Joe’s Journal
We all dodged a bullet Saturday night.
Yes, we watched in horror as the leading Republican presidential candidate escaped an assassination attempt.
Yes, even the most diehard…
’Round Town
According to some local history, the Bridge House, located at the center of Boothbay Harbor’s famous Footbridge, was built in 1902 by bridge tender William F. Foster. At that time, my guess is,…
Once again, we have lots of incontinence products in all sizes and bed pads in our newly reorganized Durable Medical Equipment room. Check out our Facebook page (The Community Center) to see the…
Hot and humid weather with occasional fog, but we’ll take it. Our son-in-law, Ben Waters, and I installed the Sprucewold street signs this week, and new residents'…
Saturday’s season highlight was the annual wine tasting with sommelier extraordinaire Jack Bauman. Jack captivated the crowd once again with a new twist: the comparison of two wines…
Look elsewhere in this paper for an article written by two sailors in the Southport Yacht Club’s afternoon program. They tell the tale of motoring home to Christmas Cove when they see two people…
Ocean Point continues to be very busy as all events held last week were well attended. There are many to thank for their success. Thanks to Sarah Dawson who led the kids Bingo night last Tuesday,…
Commentary
If a student does three sports a school year, should they be required to take Personal Fitness? I am a current three-sport…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Over the past few weeks, those who read the American Legion column in the Register have been inundated with information about the Veteran Geriatric and Extended Care Townhall…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Letters in this paper from a retired member of the school committee unfortunately misrepresent the history of the debate around (re…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
The Boothbay Region Garden Club would like to say a big “Thank You” to everyone who helped make “Boothbay…
Oh, boy, did we all tuck in.
As a summer treat, Eric Wilts and Jim Herbold dreamed up a turkey barbecue cook-off, and Amy surprised us all with delicious bread pudding. And we had a full…
Don’t forget to come to the VA’s Townhall event on geriatric and extended care at the Legion Hall Saturday, July 27 July between 2 and 4 p.m. Don’t come alone. The information that will be…
The Boston and Portland headlines read “The Heat Comes to The Northeast.” No kidding. McKown Point is usually cool but last Sunday evening seemingly more than a dozen members of the Morrison clan…
This week was the third of the Southport Junior Yacht Club sailing program. From our annual Baked-Goods Bingo to attending the Battle of the Bays regatta, SJYC was filled with pride…
Boothbay Region YMCA Community Catalyst for Good
Here at the Y, we love celebrating our members, our children, and the spirit of reciprocity that supports all our initiatives. There are countless volunteers who lend their time and…
Summer is really in full swing as the weather here has everyone on, in and around the water eating, drinking and soaking up all that makes this area so special.
It seems our sometime…
Community of Hope
The topic of domestic abuse often evokes images of violence between young or middle-aged partners, however, abuse is frequently used against people of all ages including elders. All of the forms…
Last year the Federal Trade Commission recorded $10 billion in reported fraud from U.S. consumers. Because fraud is underreported, we know that actual losses are much higher.
While…
A Bird’s Tale
June in Maine is when the miracle of new life abounds in birds. Most of the birds that breed in Maine—build nests, lay eggs, nurture their young—do so in June. This year, we have been happy to see…
From the assistant editor
What if one of our towns’ leaders, hired or elected, was rumored to and/or appeared to possibly have a medical issue that, if true, might impact their service?
A number of factors make this…
From the editor
We’ve had a lot of notable anniversary articles in the newspaper lately, including this week’s 60th anniversary of Boothbay Railway Village Museum and the 50th anniversary of Boothbay Region Arts…
Where it (was) at
The breeze was as strong as the sun during 2024’s Windjammer Days’ Artists Alley down to Whale Park June 27 and 28. Coordinating this event the past two years, is Friends of Windjammer Days member…
’Round Town
During our luxury cruise with Captain Mark Stover as we watched boats arriving in the harbor for the Windjammer Days Festival, I noticed a lot of barrels. There were barrels stacked in dories,…
Joe’s Journal
For most of the political season, the focus has been more on the two old geezers, Grandpa Don, who is 78, and Grandpa Joe, who is 81.
The younger grandpa saw his business hauled into court…
Wow! It’s steamy outside!
We had a wonderfully successful Pie/Bake Sale on July 2 despite the heat and humidity. A big thank you to our bakers, supporters,…
Summer’s here, At last! First, however we must extend thanks to Jim Morrell for hosting the Memorial Day gathering on 5/25/24 at Unc’s. The weather was lovely, and attendees enjoyed reconnecting…
I know I have discussed the upcoming Veteran Geriatrics and Extended Care Townhall and Resource Fair coming to the Hall on Saturday, July 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. in previous articles but I think this…
The Opening Party on Saturday, July 6th went off without a hitch, thankfully the predicted rain held off. Sprucewold residents came out in force and the cooks outdid themselves. Last…
First, a reminder of opportunities to remember and honor two long-time Southporters. This Thursday, July 11 at 11 a.m. a funeral service will be held for Byron Atwood at All Saints by-the-Sea with…
Commentary
Privacy International states that privacy “gives us the freedom of autonomy,…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
After enjoying the 4th's fireworks with my family, I was attempting to cross the road in front of the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club. I have just clocked 95 as…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
LD 2003 (HP1489) violated the Second Amendment of The U.S. Constitution when it prohibits a governing entity from referring to specific ideas:
Sec. 3. 5 MRSA §4581-A,…
Fourth of July week at SYC always means that the sailing program will be celebrating via the Independence Day Challenge! Sailors came dressed head to toe in their team colors and…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
It is difficult to reach for the moral high ground when you are standing up in a cesspool of bigotry. Yet try as they might, the anonymous fanatics who have been advertising…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
To boost our sagging spirits after a tumultuous week, my husband and I joined our neighbors in the Wiscasset 4th of July parade. In our mid-80s, we’…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Yes, the public has a right and duty to file a Recall Petition on a referendum question. But that does not entitle them to add a bond question at the bottom of the Recall…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
The Bayview Lodge Square and Compass Club would like to thank all those travelers who so cheerfully participated in our “…
This past week marked the second of the Southport Junior Yacht Club’s sailing program. The days were full of excitement. While the weather was not always pristine for sailing, SJYC…
Our first official week of activities was certainly a whirlwind. Thank you to Tom Cotter for his presentation on antique cars and thanks to Holly Cleary and Kate Dawson for the very well attended…
Ah, summer in Maine. It's been a real summer, hot and muggy at times, but you can open your windows to catch the breezes. The Barn sure was hopping, definitely summertime at the Big Gray Barn. …
Welcome to the first musical reference - rock/ funk version - of the Buzz. James Brown’s, Living in America, along with Ray Charles, America the Beautiful got my playlist started on the Fourth. It…
Wow! What a lobster bake! Chairs Jean Dilley and Cindy Gagne should hire out as weather forecasters for special events. Despite ominous clouds…
July 17th is the date for July’s potluck and the kitchen team of Suzanne, Judy and Alan would like you to bring either a main or side dish or a dessert to share. If you are bringing guests, you…
With all the visitors coming to Boothbay this summer, there is a special one I can't wait to see and hear speak: Paul Doiron, one of Maine's most popular mystery writers! Boothbay…
Criminals love to impersonate big businesses and the bigger the better. One of the largest targets of impostor scams last year was Amazon. According to the Federal Trade Commission, 44,000 reports…
YMCA Health & Wellness
Whether you had an overly social summer weekend or late afternoon lattes have become your habit, one thing is for certain — getting an adequate amount of sleep is crucial for maintaining a…
