News E. Jeanne Olsen Rotary Barn open until Dec. 12 J. Edward Knight Insurance announces acquisition Alternative sentencing program saving county money BHSD board chair resigns, budget work continues Police, Fire and Courts Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests Boothbay Fire Department celebrates life-saving equipment upgrade with ribbon-cutting ceremony Edgecomb Fire and Rescue report Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 9 arrests Boothbay Harbor police arrest 2, summons 4 Sept. 15-30 Obituaries ObituaryEsther J. LeckA woman possessed of remarkable talents, energy, and faith, Esther Jane Leck, began her journey to heaven on Oct. ObituaryElizabeth F. KleinElizabeth Flynt “Betsy” Klein, 82, of Wiscasset, Maine, passed away on Oct. ObituaryBeth A. BarterBeth Ann York Barter, Boothbay, passed away Sept. 27, 2026 at the age of 57. ObituaryJohn W. GoodmanJohn W. Goodman passed away peacefully on Aug. 30, 2026, in Saratoga, Wyoming. ObituaryJody A. ReedJody A. Reed, 47, of Wiscasset passed away on Oct. 18, 2026 at Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick. ObituaryIrving W. PuringtonIrving William Purington, 77, of Gorham and Boothbay passed away peacefully at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House surrounded by loved ones. ObituaryPeter HamblettPeter Hamblett, 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Oct. 1, 2026. ObituaryJean M. HoweJean M. Howe, passed away peacefully on Oct. ObituaryGeorge D. Richardson Jr.The gale force wind that was George D. Richardson, Jr. fell calm on Oct. ObituaryJoyce A. DavisJoyce Ann Davis, 81, joined her husband in death on Oct. 10, 2026, having been surrounded by family in her home. Elections Sen. Cameron Reny wins reelection to Maine Senate Edgecomb voting Somerville voting Southport voting Windsor voting More News >> Suggest a title for the post-apocalypse library Help us make sure Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library has what we need to survive the collapse of society! Let’s say AI Agents go rogue, there’s a collapse of the electrical grid, or a cyberattack on critical infrastructure. Speeding a familiar complaint for Southport selectmen For the past 45 years, the most frequently heard complaint is about speeding motorists, Southport Selectman Gerry Gamage said. During the Nov. 4 board meeting, a resident sought selectmen's assistance in slowing down local traffic. St. Andrews AuxiliaryCelebrating our tradition of caring The St. Andrews Auxiliary Annual Meeting and Luncheon on Oct. 21 brought a wonderful turnout to St. Andrews Village. Hall Funeral Homes to host educational Lunch & Learn on ‘What Happens After a Loss?’ Hall Funeral Homes & Crematory invites community members to attend an informative and educational Lunch & Learn event, “What Happens After a Loss? A Practical Guide to the First Steps,” on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 11:30 a.m. Early deadline for Nov. 12 issue Due to the U.S. Postal Service’s observance of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, the newspaper is issuing an early deadline in order for the newspaper to be mailed on Tuesday, Nov. 10. All correspondence is due Friday, Nov. Edgecomb School Committee welcomes new member School board members Heather Sinclair and John Allen welcomed Maureen Heffernan Oct. 28 to the Edgecomb School Committee. Heffernan was appointed to fill a vacancy last month due to the resignation of Irene Marchenay. Heffernan will serve out the unexpired term which ends in May. Boothbay voting U.S. Senator Collins 866 Jackson 1,106 Governor Bennett 132 Charles 680 Pingree 1,159 Representative to Congress Pingree 1,221 Russell 740 State Senator District 13 Mitchell 770 Reny 1,125 Representative to the legislature District 48 Hobson 801 Nutt… Whitefield voting United States Senator Collins 692 Bristol voting United States Senator Collins 799 Westport Island voting U.S. Senator Collins 225 Jackson 307 Governor Bennett 51 Charles 174 Pingree 309 Representative to Congress Pingree 336 Russell 191 State Senator District 13 Mitchell 182 Reny 325 Representative to the legislature District 48 Hobson 202 Nutt 3… Nobleboro voting United States Senator Collins 606 South Bristol voting United States Senator Collins 261 Newcastle voting United States Senator Collins 400 Jefferson voting United States Senator Collins 901 Jackson 660 Governor Bennett 123 Charles 768 Pingree 693 U.S. Representative Pingree 733 Russell 82… Damariscotta voting United States Senator Collins 424 Alna voting Woolwich voting Selectman (two seats) Hepler 1,275 Shaw 1,298 St. John 433 School board - Woolwich resident Dorr 1,093 Ritch-Smith 615 State and federal results to come for this town Boothbay Harbor voting United States Senator Collins 536 Waldoboro voting United States Senator Collins 1,372 Jackson 1,210 Governor Bennett 190 Charles 1,144 Pingree 1,252 U.S. Representative Pingree 1,335 … Washington voting United States Senator Collins 508 Bremen election results United States Senator Collins 182 Jackson 388 Governor Bennett 33 Charles 141 Pingree 395 U.S. Representative Pingree 406 Russ… Dresden voting United States Senator Collins 592 Monhegan voting US SenatorSusan Collins - 13Troy Jackson - 53Declared Write - ins - 0Blank - 0GovernorRick Bennet - 5Robert Charles - 6Hannah Pingree - 55Declared Write-Ins - 0Blank - 0Representative to Congress (District 1)Chellie Pingree - 59Ronald Russel - 7State Senator (District 13)Edwin… Boothbay Region Surveyors relocates to former Midcoast Conservancy building After sitting vacant for almost a year, the former Route 1 headquarters of Midcoast Conservancy now has new inhabitants. Salt Bay Farm interpretive panels explore the region’s rich environmental history Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is pleased to announce the installation of four new interpretive panels along the trails at the Salt Bay Farm Preserve. Path opens for electric car chargers at Meadow Mall After weeks of uncertainty, an agreement was reached for the Meadow Mall's electric vehicle charging stations at 185 Townsend Ave. Citizen Talk on Adams Pond Nov. 20Community members are invited to a “Citizen Talk” and information sharing meeting to learn more about what’s been happening to Adams Pond’s health. The meeting will take place at Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library at 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20. BBHWP's amended site plan application inches forward Marines to celebrate 251st birthday It’s time to celebrate another birthday! Tuesday, Nov. 10 is the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps. Marines -- and those who served with us -- will again be gathering at Brady’s Restaurant. We’ll gather together from 1200-1400 hours (Noon-2 p.m.), and the traditional cake cutting will occur around 1300 by the oldest and y… Selectmen, Boothbay Region Land Trust discussing dog park proposal The town of Boothbay and Boothbay Region Land Trust are in agreement about creating a dog park at Cross River Preserve. Nick Ullo is BRLT's executive director. He explained the trust's dog park proposal Oct. 28 during the Boothbay selectmen's meeting. 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. 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