Boothbay celebrates Fourth of July on Common
Friends, families and neighbors gathered at Boothbay Common July 4 to celebrate the nation’s independence and a gorgeous day.
Fresh from the ground, Boothbay Farmers' Market returns
Fresh flowers, ripe cherries, cured meats, buttered pastries and even beaded jewelry: These are only some of the wares that can be found at Boothbay's weekly Farmers' Market.
Southport's Fourth of July Parade
Celebrating Independence Day on Southport Island has become a tradition and the 2025 parade, organized by Southport Island Association, was as colorful and happy as ever.
Beating the heat
With a cool breeze rolling over the water, Barrett's Park is the place to be for a refreshing dip as the July heat settles over the region.
‘New’ Boothbay Region Veterans’ Banners – A. Alford to T. Wyman
Beginning shortly before Memorial Da
Antique auto and motorcycle show
On June 27, Friends of Windjammers Days hosted a pier party and a display of antique autos and motorcycles.
Vintage Boat Parade
One can only imagine the years of work behind keeping these vintage vessels afloat and shining.
A comical and fun Decorated Boat Parade
Unicorns, ducks, giant gummie bears ... and even a couple of people in jail.
Schmakers Bay reels in 4th consecutive fish relay win
Intense heat and a blazing sun didn't keep eight teams from forming for the 2025 Fish Relay Races during Windjammer Days.
Parade of Sail: Majestic ships sail into harbor June 25
Windjammer Days' main event, the windjammers arriving in the harbor, was a wonderful sight once again on Wednesday afternoon, June 25.
Street Parade: Salutes to the Coast Guard and much more!
A salute to the Coast Guard was the main theme of the annual Windjammer Days Street Parade and several floats sported signs, T-shirts and more to thank the Guard on Wednesday afternoon, June 25.
The Battle for Boothbay
Chaos erupted on the pier June 25 as a band of pirates landed on our shore, intent on taking over the town!
Pirates in the Park
Balloon swords, treasure chest and other tattoos, map making, music and more made for lots of fun for kids and wannabe pirates as the Pirates of the Dark Rose set up a bazaar in Waterfront Park off
BHML says 'ahoy' to summer reading challenge
Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library (BHML) welcomed a shipful of wee mateys June 24 to participate in its annual summer reading challenge, and have fun with its assortment of pirate-themed activities
Blessing of the Fleet and Memorial Service
The blue skies with a slight breeze made for great conditions for the 2025 Windjammer Days Blessing of the Fleet and Memorial Service on Sunday afternoon, June 22.
Boothbay Harbor Lobster Boat Races
Once again, the newspaper is grateful to professional photographer Mike Leonard for providing his photographs from an area event, this time, the Charles Begin Memorial Lobster Boat Races held Satur
10 years of Fishin' for Fashion
It was a packed house June 14 at Bristol Marine for Fishin’ for Fashion’s tenth year of reeling in nautical couture.
BRES 8th Grade Recognition Night
Smiles, laughter and tears were all present June 12 as 37 eighth graders and their families said goodbye to Boothbay Region Elementary School (BRES) during a recognition ceremony.
Class of 2025 Graduation Parade
The Boothbay Region High School Class of 2025 paraded the town’s streets Friday, June 6, kicking off their post-graduation celebration with a car parade.