Dear Editor:
We wish to express our gratitude to the Boothbay Harbor Fire Department, including Glenn Tilton, Nick Upham and their team, as well as the Boothbay Harbor Police Department and…
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This February, we’re on a mission to share the love in the Boothbay Harbor Region! Each week, we’re championing a different part of our local economy—businesses, nonprofits, and organizations that…
Obituary
Cynthia “Cyndi” Ames Haselton died unexpectedly on Christmas morning, 2024 at her home in Colchester, Vermont. She was 69 years old.
Cyndi was born in Morristown, New Jersey, to John…
Many siblings have shared and broken high school sports records, but Boothbay Region High School’s (BRHS) Tyson and Tatum French are possibly the only brother and sister basketball players to have…
The 119th Congress first session has started. I know we all have strong positions on many of the issues we are reading or hearing about in the media, or even know first-hand, and it can be…
If you heard gales of laughter emanating from the Rotary clubhouse last Thursday, you wouldn’t be…
An initial look at the 2025-26 Edgecomb School budget draft shows a 5.5% assessment increase for taxpayers and an overall 10.4% spending increase. On Jan. 28 school committee members began…
On Feb. 19, Southport residents will gather for a public hearing discussing the merits of possibly expanding one of the three growth districts. The town is designated as a residential area divided…
Jinna Han was so caring that, when a fellow skater was struggling with injury at an event, Han was consoling her and Han’s coach eventually had to tell her it was “time to get selfish” and focus…
On five Tuesdays during February and March, Harbor Theater will offer a light lunch and a film from…
Guy Peaslee Construction will host Community Lunch Monday 2/3 at Brady's. Come a little early to catch up with old friends or make some…
Robert G. "Bob" Splaine, 86, died Jan. 30, 2025 at Midcoast Hospital in Brunswick.
Friends are welcome to join the family for a time of visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 6 at Hall Funeral…
“Writing the Weather” is the focus of a creative nature writing workshop led by writer and Maine Master Naturalist Andrea Lani on Saturday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon at Hidden Valley…
We just did a huge restock of Maine made & Maine raised yarn! We are so proud to…
Come and join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 12at 1 p.m.…
If we really want to keep ourselves - and our money - safe from fraud, we must all come to terms with one thing: our personal information is likely already out there. In a time where data…
For week beginning Feb. 5
"Emilia Pérez" - (R; 2 hours, 12 minutes) - A vibrant musical crime comedy that follows a notorious Mexican cartel boss, played by Karla Sofía Gascón, who takes an unexpected turn…
BRHS girls basketball
For the second time in eight days, the Boothbay Region High School girls varsity basketball team edged the Oak Hill High School Raiders by one point. On Friday, Jan. 31 at Wales, the Seahawks…
It may be winter but Brady's is providing both lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30 until 7 (8 Friday & Saturday) …
Our bakery is on a roll this week! In the case today was have THE BEST ever carrot cake with walnuts and cream cheese frosting! So fresh and full of flavor. Come grab a …
The following is the Semester 1 honor roll for Boothbay Region High School.
Freshmen
High Honors: Isabelle Andreasen…
Come explore with us at this fun and engaging workshop dedicated to right hand ukelele technique. The Feb. 22 session will cover essential picking patterns and apply them to actual songs from…
Maine Art Gallery
Joseph Fiore (1925-2008) was a widely respected artist and active member of the Maine Art Gallery during the 1960s and 70s. In celebration of the 100th year of his birth, the gallery is partnering…
Boothbay Harbor Region, your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to spread the love this February in a way that costs nothing but means everything.
Our local businesses and…
Midcoast Conservancy will offer a full moon hike (or snowshoe, if there is snow on the ground) at Hidden Valley Nature Center in Jefferson on Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. Hikers can…
BRHS boys basketball
The Oak Hill Raiders defeated the Boothbay Region Seahawks for the second time this season, winning 47-43 at BRHS on Thursday, Jan. 30.
The game was tied 28-28 at the half as the Seahawks…
After signing a letter of support last year, Boothbay Harbor's selectboard was asked to continue assisting efforts to bolster climate resiliency – this time with money. Jan. 27, Shri…
Emery James Lorrain of Boothbay was named to the fall 2024 president’s list at Thomas College, Waterville. To be included on the president's list, full-time students must achieve at least a 3.…
Golfweek Magazine recently released its 2025 list of the best courses in the United States. Following a rigorous review by Golfweek’s expert rating panel, Boothbay Harbor Country Club was named…
Fresh out of the oven—our new made-from-scratch cinnamon buns! Soft, buttery, swirled with just the right amount of cinnamon, and topped with a sweet finish. They are…
Waldo Theatre
Sonic Alchemy with gongs and didgeridoos is coming to The Waldo on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 4 p.m.
Hear instrument maker and sound worker Jim Doble, on a large array of gongs; sound worker and…
Buying or Selling?
Call Dean Jacobs at Newcastle Realty!
(207) 557-0669 | deanjacobs@cheneycompanies.com
Some local…
Saltwater Artist’s Gallery, a 501 c 3 art gallery, is excited to announce a call for artists for its upcoming showing season May 23 through Oct. 17. SWAG showcases original works of art by local…
Landscaping fees for the upkeep of the 11 cemeteries overseen by Boothbay Region Cemetery District may be increasing following a Jan. 29 presentation from Travis…
Discover the fascinating hobby of beekeeping! Join us for a seven-week interactive, in person course, presented by experienced beekeepers from the Knox-Lincoln…
A Look Back – 150 Years of Boothbay Region History
The desk in the corner of Room One at 72 Oak Street held some precious primary sources surrounding the Boothbay Harbor Monday Club, which was organized in 1895, Federated in 1899, and…
The Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund (BRSAF) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Part-Time Executive Director to lead our nonprofit organization in advancing…
Jan. 28, Boothbay Region Water District trustees continued logistical discussions on the possible switch to a more advanced meter system. The meters, provided by EJ Prescott (EJP), would be able…
Don't forget - the first open mic of the year is Friday, Feb. 7 in the historic upstairs bar of the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Please do not bring…
Kari Blake of Boothbay was named to the fall 2024 dean’s list at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Rhode Island.
To be included on the dean's list, full-time students must have…
I can’t believe how quickly 2025 is flying by! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and as always, the Community Center will be hosting its iconic Cookie Walk on Friday, Feb. 14 from 10…
A Bird's Tale
Sure, they’re common. Some would even say they’re a water-loving version of a pigeon, the way they rush in to feed in droves for handouts of stale bread. Still, on a cold winter day against a…
The Boothbay Region High School cheerleading team will be competing at the MPA Regional Cheerleading Championships on Saturday, Feb. 1 at 1:18 p.m. at the Cross Insurance Center 515 Main Street,…
From the editor
At 10:22 a.m. Monday, I did not feel the earthquake which occurred off York harbor while sitting in my chair on the second story at the office. Steve Edwards, who works in the basement, said he…
Stalking. According to stalkingawareness.org, in the U.S. alone, 6-7.5 million people — one in three women and one in six men — experience stalking each year; 50% say…
Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diane "Sue" Murray, who passed away peacefully on Jan. 24, 2025, at her home surrounded by cherished friends and the love of her family…
In addition to the inspiring performances that take place in the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, there is a team of staff and volunteers hard at work behind the scenes. One such group is the Board…
BRHS boys basketball
The Madison Bulldogs improved to 9-7 on the season with a 63-33 win over the Boothbay Region Seahawks at Porter Memorial Gymnasium, BRHS on Tuesday, Jan. 28.
The Seahawks, now 4-12, could…
