News Rt. Rev. Mark Beckwith to lead All Saints services Aug. 16 and 23 Edgecomb increasing ORC membership Rev. Virginia Rickeman at Wilson Chapel on Ocean Point Aug. 16 Graveside service for Christine Warren Ocean sunfish spotted in Linekin Bay Police, Fire and Courts Alleged Woolwich road rage incident leads to arrest Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests Edgecomb Fire Rescue June report Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests Boothbay Harbor Police arrest 3 July 1-15 Obituaries Celebration of Life for David G. Butterworth Celebration of Life for Glenn “Sam” StevensFamily and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Glenn Philippon "Sam" Stevens on Sunday, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. ObituaryJulie R.B. PerryJulie Ravenel Boothe Perry 89, a native of Alexandria, Virginia, and long-time resident of East Boothbay, passed away peacefully on Aug. 1, 2026 surrounded by family in Newcastle, Maine. Death noticeCarl P. R. Schmidt Carl P. R. Schmidt, 75, of Boothbay, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Aug. 1, 2026. ObituaryLeslie B. CookLeslie B. Cook, 82, of Boothbay, Maine, passed away in May after a long and courageous battle with cancer. ObituaryCynthia B. Erickson ObituaryJane Krebs Jane Krebs, 67, of Lewiston, formerly of Boothbay, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at Russell Park Living Center in Lewiston. ObituaryConstance G. RiceConstance G. Rice, 77, of Boothbay Harbor passed away peacefully at her home on the morning of June 22, 2026. ObituaryCharlotte W. Henry ObituaryDr. William W. Southmayd Elections Maine Secretary of State’s Office announces three races are proceeding to Ranked Choice Voting tabulations Boothbay Primary election results CSD Budget Validation referendum passes Boothbay Harbor primary election results Southport primary election results More News >> Director recaps EMA's role in Chasse Marine Co. explosion Press releaseJ. Edward Knight Insurance welcomes Susanne Smith-Pinkham to Boothbay Harbor team J. Edward Knight, a leading provider of insurance solutions in Midcoast Maine since 1898, is pleased to announce the addition of Susanne Smith-Pinkham to its Boothbay Harbor team as Commercial Lines Agent. Bowdoin weathervane back on church's spire Boothbay Harbor First United Methodist Church continues to sparkle. On Wednesday morning, Aug. 5, a worker using a W.D. Matthews boom lift secured the familiar weathervane modeled after the schooner Bowdoin back on the church spire. Church member Cathy Blake provided the following information beh… Unearth a Story speaker series resumes Aug. 18 Join Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and the Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor for the next event in its Unearth a Story Summer Speaker Series. WHPWA annual meeting and potluck picnic Aug. 16 The West Harbor Pond Watershed Association’s annual meeting and potluck picnic will be held Sunday, Aug. 16, 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 226 Lakeside Drive. There will be a social hour beginning at 11:45 and a short business meeting at 12:15, followed by our guest speaker. The potluck picnic will begin immediately afte… Ocean On Tap in August Press releaseMaineHealth Lincoln Hospital advances new regional model for women’s health care MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital will move forward with a new regional model for women’s health services that preserves comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care in Damariscotta, expands local gynecologic services and transitions inpatient Storybook Ball raises over $40,000 for Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library's third annual Storybook Ball transported guests into an enchanted forest on Sunday, Aug. Cafe Sci reveals new deep-sea organisms Thirty-one new species in just two weeks of exploration in the South Atlantic Ocean’s vast midwater range – that’s what researchers Dr. John Burns and Dr. David Fields of Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Scie… Town of EdgecombNomination papers for vacant selectman’s seat now available As Edgecomb selectmen began their Aug. 4 meeting, Chairman Forrest Carver asked about the board's vacancy. Aug. MaineHealth sued over potential closure of labor and delivery unit A pregnant resident of Lincoln County, with the backing of a grassroots organizing group, filed a lawsuit against MaineHealth on Wednesday to prevent the closure of a labor and delivery unit at Main… Coastal Maine Botanical GardensAn art exhibition good enough to eat Visitors to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens this summer can enjoy a deliciously colorful new art exhibit: "Garden To Table," on display in the Café from now until the end of the season on Oct. 18. Included in the price of admission, this exhibit features over a dozen Maine artists whose paintings and photographs explore the many ways a ga… FTD's 'Play With Purpose Tour' heads to Thailand Pickleball players looking for more than another round of open play now have a reason to dust off their passports. Supporters step up in spectacular fashion for the Bigelow Laboratory Big Splash Last week, over 250 friends and supporters of Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences came together for an evening of discovery and inspiration. Coastal Rivers to host native plant sale In partnership with the Maine Native Plant Cooperative, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is hosting a native plant sale on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event will take place at Coastal Rivers Round Top Farm, located at 12 Round Top Lane in Damariscotta. OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show Aug. 8 We all have busy lives, so perhaps you did not register your interesting vehicle for Saturday’s 13th annual OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show? It’s okay. Music, games and lobster! What a way to spend a summer day! Three years ago, Boothbay Harbor Fire Department began a new tradition. It started as a chicken barbecue fundraiser, and last year morphed into a lobster bake which netted the department over $13,000. Lincoln County Democrats hope 'red lobsters' inspire 'blue electoral wave' Boothbay Railway Village MuseumAnnual Children's Day Sunday, Aug. 9 Boothbay Railway Village Museum will host its highly anticipated annual Children’s Day this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. BRVM is located at 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay. Narcan training class at Edgecomb Community Church BRAS marks 50 years Being driven to the hospital for emergency medical services (EMS) used to be a morbid affair. Until the mid-20th century, funeral homes took over the duty of transporting patients since hearses, unlike most vehicles, were large enough to accommodate a stretcher.… Fundraising to preserve Lincoln Theater for the next 150 years It’s been a big year for Lincoln Theater, as sesquicentennial years tend to be! The theater kicked off its 150th Anniversary celebration with cake and champagne and has been on the move ever since, raising funds, celebrating its history, and investing in its future. Veggies to Table's third annual To the Nines Gala & Auction Aug. 9 There's still time to be part of one of the most anticipated fundraising events of the summer … but not much! News Center's Don Carrigan reports live from Southport A voice familiar to many Mainers graced Southport Town Hall July 28 as award-winning journalist and beloved co-host of News Center Maine's "207" Don Carrigan shared stories about growing up in the Midcoast and the evolution of news reporting. The event was co-sponsored by the Southport and Boothbay Region Historical Soci… 5 Days Out: Last call to paddle Linekin Bay for youth marine education! BRDC invites community to organizing meeting Aug. 8 The Boothbay Region Democratic Committee (BRDC) invites local Democrats and community members to attend a short working meeting on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 3 p.m. at the Boothbay Harbor Rotary Club, 66 Montgomery Road, Boothbay Harbor. … Cemetery Chronicles The Lighthouse Keeper remembered Saturday, Aug. 1, the descendants of George Parker Matthews gathered from around the country (Maine, Indiana, Connecticut, Florida, Arizona and California) to honor the first light keeper of Squirrel Island. Shade gardening with Heather McCargo Boothbay Region Garden Club’s August meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. at St. Columba’s Church will have a program presented by Heather McCargo of the Wild Seed Project. Rev. Sandy Daly at Wilson Chapel on Ocean Point Aug. 9 Lincoln County Recovery Community Center August Hygiene DriveDuring the month of August, Lincoln County Recovery Community Center will be collecting hygiene supplies throughout Lincoln County. All donated items will be distributed to those who may not have reliable access to these essential supplies. LCRCC appreciates the support in helping to improve the health, dign… More Support the Boothbay Register Please help sustain local journalism. Become an online member today: Hi, Welcome and thank you for your support. To manage your account, just hover and click on your name above. Join Today Member Login Sponsored Content Main Street Shop The Weekend is here!!Brady’s PRIME RIB & POPOVERS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET BAR 4:00 to 8:30PMSmuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn It's Getting HOT HOT HOT!! 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