Tonight, Nov. 14 is Community Night at Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens from 4 to 9 p.m.

Yes, The Rotary Club Barn is still open every Saturday from 8:30 to 11 a.m. till Dec. 13.

Please join us Saturday, Dec. 6  for a day of art, crafts, and local goods at the Edgecomb Eddy Artisan and Vendor Show! Featuring over 40 local artists and vendors, come meet the makers, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. You're sure to find unique gifts for the holiday season. 

Free entry, free raffle! Food will be available to pur…

Who do you think you are? Ellen Newton may have the answer.  

Newton is partnering with Boothbay Region TV and Media Center (BRTV) to create a show, “Relativity Speaking,” a collaborative interview program that provides guests with a deep dive into their family history.  

On Friday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., Pine Tree Society presents “A Maine Retrospective: The Art of Pine Tree Society Holiday Cards” exhibition at Union + Co. This exhibition is part of Bright Night Bath coordinated by Main Street Bath. Union + Co is located at 31 Centre St., Bath.

A Vietnam veteran described his journey from a small Illinois college to West Point and eventually a war in southeast Asia. Larry Crane has lived in Southport for 35 years after retiring from a New York City bank. On Tuesday, Nov.11, he was the guest speaker at Southport Memorial Library's Veterans…

Nov. 11, Boothbay Region Water District (BRWD) General Manager Weston Alley reported that Adams Pond’s usable capacity is on track with last year’s figures, despite the county’s upgraded drought status. As of Nov. 4, the county is in a D3 extreme drought, along with most of the state. 

Lincoln Home staff and residents recently gathered to wish Jamie Baribeau well in his retirement and welcome Chef Shana York in her new role as culinary director.

Jamie brought great leadership and vision to the culinary team over the last five years, encouraging creativity in our chefs and bringing his commitment to serv…

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, our newspaper will be printed on Monday, Nov. 24.

The 250th U.S. Marine Corps birthday was held at Brady's Monday, Nov. 10 with what organizer Jim Singer declared as the largest turnout they have had in years. Twenty Marines gathered and enjoyed camaraderie, stories, and a meal prepared by Ben Bickford of Spruce Point Inn. The traditional cutting of the birthday cake by saber was execu…

The Boothbay Region YMCA is celebrating its 70th birthday on Sunday, Nov. 16 from noon to 4 p.m.

There will be a birthday cake and Y swag!

Also, membership specials can be had. Become a  member or renew you membership with no activation fee. No membership fee until Dec. 1. And you can purchase a 10-visit punch card for $…

The Edgecomb Planning Board will take a closer look at a proposed oyster processing facility Nov. 15 with a site walk of 637 River Road. Owner Ryan McPherson is looking to expand his Glidden Point Oyster Farm operation on River Road with two proposals.

The Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is in the process of replacing the existing pier, gangway, and float system on Burnt Island to support safer access to the property, and to ensure resilience to sea level rise driven by cli

There may be great white sharks in Maine waters, but that doesn’t mean the plot of "Jaws" is likely to unfold. That was one of the main takeaways from the Nov. 6 public forum on regional shark management hosted by the Department of Marine Resources (DMR)’s Matt Davis, marine scientist, and Corrin Flora, marine resources management coordinator. …

In the past two months, two new Southport School Committee members have been appointed. On Nov. 6, Adam Climo attended his first meeting. He replaced Nick Ullo, who recently moved and is no longer eligible to serve. In October, Marc Kurtz replaced Kathy Tibbetts, who resigned due to personal reasons, according to Supe…

Join Dr. Barclay Shepard on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 1 p.m. for his inaugural book signing at Sherman’s Bookstore in Boothbay Harbor.

Why spend Christmas Day alone? Come join us at the American Legion Hall at 25 Industrial Park Road, in Boothbay - 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a delicious meal of turkey, ham, beef, squash, turnip, potato, rolls, stuffing, and desserts.

In the fall of 1960, Walt Gorneau was the captain of the Hallowell High School football team. For the first 18 years of his life, tackling a ball carrier, hitting a pitch or shooting a basketball played a pivotal role in his life. Gorneau was a natural three-sport athlete and he co-captained the Hallowell baseball and baske…

The Boothbay Region Food Pantry will be available every 14 days for all unpaid federal employees working or living on the peninsula. If temporarily restored SNAP benefits are delayed again or not fully funded, the same will apply. Bring EBT cards.

The Pantry is located in the Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor.

Boothbay Region Elementary School students and staff put on a grand celebration of patriotism in honor of Veterans Day on Friday morning, Nov. 7.

Boothbay Harbor Police Department made two arrests between Oct. 1 and Nov. 4.

Oct. 12, Officer Garrett French arrested Joshua Morse, 30, of Boothbay Harbor for domestic violence assault.

The Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace is preparing a renewed, traditional Advent gift to the Boothbay region community on Saturday, Dec. 6 starting at 6:30 p.m.

This interdenominational program features the celebration of scripture and song. All are welcome to participate in the anticipation and joy of the season.

Boothbay Harbor Sewer District (BHSD) trustees hosted their second workshop to determine the budget for the 2026 fiscal year and set user rates Nov. 4.