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The Maine Lobstermen’s Association…

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We’ve been having tons of fun learning at the Boothbay Sea and Science Center. Last week, we explored how animals have evolved unique…

Join other "Tiny Farmers" at Veggies to Table June 23. Courtesy photo

On Tuesday, June 23, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Veggies to Table welcomes children ages 5–9 and their caregivers to the farm for “Tiny Farmers,” a fun, educational, and and interactive morning of seed…

The Newagen Crew at Farmers Market June 11. Courtesy photo

Visitors to the Farmers’ Market on June 11 would have had heard the happy sounds of music made by the Newagen Crew, Tim Hanley, Skip Simonds, Gerry Gamage and Tom Churchill singing and playing…

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June 15, Boothbay Harbor hosted a virtual public meeting with consultant VHB, Inc. to discuss policies and strategies for future town development as part of an…
A pair of old red oaks frame the new “Mexicali Trail” at Marsh River Bog Preserve in Newcastle. Courtesy of Coastal Rivers

A partnership between Mexicali Blues and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust has resulted in significantly improved access and a new…

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AUGUSTA (June 9, 2026)—Although Maine home sales eased slightly year-over-year in May 2026, prices remained stable and many additional homes have recently come to market for the spring/summer…

Busy as can be blowing up balloons on June 9. KEVIN BURNHAM/Boothbay Register

They started at 11 a.m. but by 11:30 on Tuesday, June 9, dozens of blue and gold balloons had already been tied up, strung together and hung up in Porter Memorial Gymnasium. "They" were members of…

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Summer weather greeted shoppers at Boothbay Farmers' Market June 4. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

From floral bouquets, fresh strawberries and breakfast sandwiches straight from the grill, attendees were spoiled for choice June 4 at Boothbay Farmers' Market. The market is on Boothbay Common…

2026 Windjammer Days
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A large Lion's Mane jellyfish was spotted in Boothbay Harbor May 26. Courtesy of Cricket Klein

Standing in the Footbridge parking lot in Boothbay Harbor May 26, Cricket Klein of Edgecomb was throwing a ball into the water for her dog, Sophie, when she heard the…
Members of the Boothbay Region Historical Society get an exclusive look at the U.S Brig Niagara May 21. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

It took the U.S. Brig Niagara, the state ship of Pennsylvania, 21 days to travel from its hometown of Erie to Sample’s…
Sarai Palmer

“Hello Boothbay, I am overjoyed to be working at Shear Artistry. I have been doing hair for two years professionally. Ever since I moved to the US from Jamaica, I have had no one to take care of…

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Senior Research Scientist Mike Lomas shows WWF colleagues a display that spotlights the history, reach, and impact of the NCMA (Credit: Alex Seise)

Fishermen, scientists, chefs, and…

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front view of Damariscotta Hardware store

Damariscotta Hardware and Randolph Hardware are inviting customers to support those affected by the recent fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont through a Register Round-Up fundraiser…

Erica Berman and Alain Ollier, Veggies to Table co-founders. Michael Wilson photo

The Maine Art Gallery will host "Farming in Maine," a public panel discussion exploring sustainable agriculture, local food systems, and the thriving farm-to-table movement in Maine on Thursday,…

In partnership with Tito's Vodka, Pier 1 Pizza is raising money for bartender Winter Page's annual fundraiser. Courtesy of Winter Page.

Pier 1 Pizza & Pub bartender Winter Page is hosting her third annual birthday fundraiser to benefit Underhound Railroad Rescue, a nonprofit rescuing dogs from…

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Imagine if you can, a 118-foot, 12,000-pound tree lying on the ground with all sorts of branches dangling from the top one third of its length. Now, visualize lifting…

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The next Wiscasset edition of Ocean on Tap will take place on Thursday, May 14, 6 p.m. at Ækeir Brewing, 111 Main St. Wiscasset. Join Brigid Carr, a research associate at Bigelow Laboratory for…

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The next Boothbay Harbor edition of Ocean on Tap will take place on Thursday, May 21, 6 p.m. at Footbridge Brewery at 25 Granary Way. Join Lobsterman Eben Wilson of the F/V…

Join Boothbay Region Land Trust, in partnership with Boothbay Clean Drinking Water Initiative, Maine Forest Service, Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District…

Mike Tomko presents a representative of U.S Coast Guard Boothbay Harbor with the Spirit of America Tribute. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

It was smooth sailing May 2 as about 50 Boothbay Harbor residents voted to approve this year’s 18-article town warrant, which included a $6,763,908 fiscal year…

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Boothbay Harbor residents have many things they hope to see change in the town over the next decade. Following a public workshop to gather community feedback, members of VHB,…

Boothbay Harbor selectmen unanimously approve Sample Shipyard's planned renovations during a April 28 wharves and weirs hearing. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

April 28, Boothbay Harbor selectmen voted 4-0 to approve construction work at Sample’s Shipyard, 120 Commercial St.  

These renovations include extending a 9-foot by 54-foot finger…

Picking flowers at Veggies to Table. Courtesy photo

Veggies to Table is honored to announce it has received a $5,000 Nourishment Grant from the Quimby Family Foundation in support of its mission to grow and donate organic produce and flowers to…

BHSD trustees discuss what to do about a mysterious pump station found on Wharf Street. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Harbor Sewer District (BHSD) was surprised this month by the discovery of a pump station at 17 Wharf St. that was installed without the district's knowledge about 15 years ago. Cap’n Fish…

Students at Southport Central School lay cardboard and wood chips to create paths in preparation for another planting season at the community garden. Courtesy of Shawn Gallagher

It's planting season, and Southport Central School students are hard at work preparing their community garden for another bountiful harvest. The garden began last year as a passion project…

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Weekly regular volunteers gathered Tuesday, April 14 at Brady’s for the Boothbay Harbor Community Lunch closing luncheon, marking the end of another successful season. Tancy ‘Momma T’ Mitchell…

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After an extensive search and interviews with potential candidates, Geoff Smith has accepted the position of public works foreman for the Town of Boothbay Harbor.…

Schooner "Heritage" has attended Windjammer Days in the Boothbay Region for decades. Sean Sheppard photo

The Boothbay Region's festival founded in 1962 remains the most anticipated event of the year. The 64th annual Windjammer Days week-long festival happens from Sunday, June 21 through Saturday,…

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The availability of homes for sale in Maine continues to be tight, though Realtors have reported positive trends happening in many counties. According to Maine Listings, the statewide figure…

J BUG at the Boothbay Harbor fish pier. Courtesy photo

The Boothbay Harbor lobster boat,…

Bigelow Laboratory

Join scientists at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences for a behind-the-scenes tour of our campus in East Boothbay. Guided tours will run daily over school holidays, April 20-24, and will…

The Boothbay Harbor planning board votes 4-1 to uphold its request for a stormwater management plan. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Harbor Waterfront Preservation (BBHWP)’s East Side Park was the main topic April 8 for Boothbay Harbor’s planning board as members reviewed a motion to…

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Boothbay Harbor Harbor Master Jeff Lowell got the call about a lobster boat sinking at the town dock off Commercial Street around 7 a.m. Wednesday, April 8.

When Lowell arrived at the dock…

Boothbay Harbor residents gather around different stations to share thoughts on the town's future during a public workshop breakout session. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

April 1, around 30 residents filled the Boothbay Harbor Town Office to provide feedback on a Comprehensive Plan, which will help chart future town development. This first public workshop is part…

Enjoy the "Tide Pool Adventures" in East Boothbay April 22. Bethany Schmidt photo

The Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML) and Boothbay Sea and Science Center (BSSC) are bringing back the popular “…

Monica Wood

Award-winning Maine novelists Monica Wood and Lewis Robinson will share the stage on Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick for a fundraiser to support…

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Ocean on Tap is an informal, ocean-centric speaker series organized by researchers from Bigelow Laboratory. Our goal is to bring people of the…

2026 Windjammer Days
Linc Sample in his Seabee days. Courtesy photo

As Boothbay Harbor prepares to celebrate the 64th annual Windjammer Days, this year’s theme proudly honors the past, present, and…

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Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission (LCRPC) is hosting a free informational workshop on legal services for business on Thursday, April 9, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the LCRPC conference room…