In 2022, Kirk Ingrassi moved from Los Angeles to Boothbay without ever having played pickleball. Now, he plays almost every day. Pickleball originated in Washington State in 1965 and, until…
Standard Post
Superintendent Bob Kahler has sent a letter to the AOS 98 community regarding the possible loss of federal education funds.
On Feb. 25, Kahler shared the following letter with the Edgecomb…
Obituary
Valeria “Beanie” Lambert, 95 years young of Farmington, passed away peacefully Feb. 23, 2025 after a life well lived at the Andwell Hospice House in Auburn.
She was born July 11, 1929,…
What started with a reflection on what was and what could have been soon turned into a lot of laughs and positive memories.
The 2024-2025 Boothbay Region High School girls basketball team…
The Waldo Theatre
The Finestkind’s soulful sounds resonate out of Maine’s rocky coast, from gritty low-tide funk to inspirational Evergreen Roots. Known for their revue shows where the band, composed of some of…
When school is out, the woods are open!
This spring, Hearty Roots is thrilled to be part of the many…
SNOWLION REPERTORY COMPANY
In this contemporary retelling of the Faust legend, an innovative entrepreneur bargains away his 'soul' in exchange for unimaginable money, fame, and power. His unquenchable desires exact a…
The Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) cheerleading team celebrated their season's accomplishments this week. Team members and family gathered at the high school for an awards night and dinner…
Boothbay Region Cemetery District trustees approved a new $42,000 landscaping contract for the upkeep of the 11 cemeteries the district oversees. The services will be completed by Bahama…
On Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 10:23 p.m., Lincoln County Emergency communications received a 911 call for a structure fire at the Brooks residence located 15 West Side Road, on Barters Island in…
There’s something special about gathering around the table, sharing stories, and creating with our hands. Our first knitting group was a beautiful reminder of the…
Buying or Selling?
Call Wurui Dunn at Newcastle Realty!
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Wurui, a Wiscasset resident since 2007, is committed to…
With blue-gold pompoms reflecting under fluorescent lights and shouts echoing off gym walls, the Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) cheerleading squad are fixtures of the winter sports season.…
Join us for a cozy, free Soup Night on March 1 at 5 p.m. Just bring yourself and enjoy a warm bowl of soup and great company. No need to bring anything -- just come hungry for comfort food and…
Midcoast Conservancy is offering two naturalist workshops in March, one at Hidden Valley Nature Center and the other at the Bass Falls Preserve in Alna.
“Survival to Thrival–Animals in…
Press release
BOSTON, MA, February 26 - …
Boothbay Region High School winter sports athletes were named to the Mountain Valley Conference all-star teams this week. The teams are decided upon by a vote of the sport's coaches.
Girls…
A Bird's Tale
The bird and its band proved a perplexing mystery.
In October 2024, a bird that is exceptionally rare in Maine—a common gull—was spotted at the golf course at the Samoset Resort in…
From the editor
During these tumultuous days, I hearken back to the lyrics and melodies of a couple of patriotic songs we learned in school that stay with us through our lifetime. The songs make us feel proud and…
St. Columba's Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Lane in Boothbay Harbor will offer a service of Holy Communion with Imposition of Ashes at 4 p.m. on Ash Wednesday…
The Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor cordially invites you to join in their final Lunch with Friends of the season on Wednesday, March 5 at 11:30 a.m. The theme of the luncheon will be…
Joe's Journal
On Saturday, as I rested my back after chipping the ice from under the garage door, my cell phone rang a familiar tune. I didn’t answer, as I recognized the caller as Ms. Pigette, the lovely icon…
June 4-21
A journey of self-discovery and adventure inspired by the legend of the lost Russian princess against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution and 1920s Paris. Pickard Theater…
Coastal Senior College (CSC) is pleased to announce its series of spring 2025 courses in Knox and Lincoln…
River Arts is pleased to announce the opening of an exhibition celebrating “Love.” Artists from across Maine answered the call: What do you love? What makes your heart sing? This uplifting and…
Boothbay Harbor Police Officer Larry Brown has always been active: a swimmer, biker and …
The Boothbay Baptists hosted their second Community Lunch on Monday, Feb. 24 with over 90 people attending.
American chop suey, salad, rolls, homemade desserts, along…
Salt ’n Spar
If you look upriver, a mile or so from the Wiscasset waterfront, two features stand out, one is the high hill known as Clark’s Point, the other is an iron railroad bridge. Both have…
This year's nomination papers for Boothbay Harbor public office are due March 3. The town has seven openings for officers on six committees.…
Do you remember the storms that happened last January? They caused significant damage to our shoreline. What were some of the driving factors that made those storms particularly intense? What are…
The first Monday of March means town meeting season has begun in Maine, and Southport holds theirs at 7 p.m on March 3. Residents will gather in the town hall to decide a 59-article town warrant…
According to Footbridge Brewery co-owner Dan Pangburn, brewing is nothing but science. So, it's natural his business hosts one of the area’s liveliest science-based lecture series in…
Each day, Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) senior Harriet McKane arrived at Burke's Island Farm with a goal. Her trainer, Amy Reny’s, new horse Crash needed to be broken in for riding, and she…
Please note that our annual town meeting is coming up fast, this Monday, March 3. Voting on Articles 1 and 2 will occur by secret ballet between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Articles 3 through 59 will be…
63rd annual Windjammer Days honors U.S. Coast Guard
The 2025 Windjammer Days will shine a spotlight on the dedicated individuals who have served, are serving, or are preparing to serve in one of the most respected branches of the U.S. military…
Harbor View Cottage! With expansive views of the Damariscotta Harbor and River, this elegant property offers endless possibilities… |
Obituary
Mildred Mary Bayley, 92, died on Valentine’s Day at the Zimmerli Pavilion at St. Andrews Village.
“Sue” as she was…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Many who voted for Trump now have regrets. They believed that they wouldn't be affected by his wrecking ball approach to government and now are suffering…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
The California based Prime Healthcare Foundation is in talks to purchase Central Maine Medical Center, Bridgton Hospital, Rumford Hospital, and the…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Because it always brought a sardonic smile to my face, my favorite 2024 campaign sign was a large banner which proclaimed, TRUMP WAS RIGHT ABOUT EVERYTHING.
It was…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
On behalf of BRDC, Vitalius Real Estate Group has begun marketing the Butler Road condominiums. This week, three units were listed, at $330,000, $412,500 and $495,000. This was…
letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
I was happy to read Rob Cronk's recent letter concerning school options, and I'm writing to encourage our community to organize and explore an application…
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7. Advance tickets are $25 through the box office at 86 Townsend Ave. Wednesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. or call…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Are your readers as outraged as I am over the accusation made by our President that Ukraine started the war there? Up until now his moral and ethical failings have been minor…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Several folks have emailed and asked about Option #5. This is in reference to an editorial commentary I made last week, in which I identified several School Options; I am…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
Recently, I wrote about the rising cost of elementary school in our town and the school board’s disregard for taxpayers’ concerns. Unfortunately, rather than listening to the…
Letter to the editor
Dear Editor:
I would like to express my appreciation for the excellent article Isabelle Curtis did about Aqua Therapy in the recent Health and…
Lisbon Street News in Lewiston has won the title of Top Sales Agent for the Maine Lottery in 2024. The store in Lewiston sold more than $2,163,205 in combined sales of Maine Lottery tickets…
