A black vulture partakes of what, to them, is a classic Florida meal: an expired armadillo. (Photo courtesy of Allison Wells)

A Bird's Tale

For most bird species, the first individual you see is indelibly etched in your memory. You may remember the place, the weather, whether you were hungry or tired, who you were with, even the smells, and the color of the sky. But if you’ve been a bird watcher…

"Alice In Wonderland" rehearsals have been in full swing this month. Emily Mirabile photo

Where It's At

Take a trip to 'Wonderland' with the Y Arts Community Players

“When I used to read fairy tales, I fancied that kind of thing never happened, and now here I am in the middle of one!” - Alice The Y Arts Community Players will bring the fantastical world created by Lewis Carroll, "Alice In Wonderland," to audiences…

Residents gather March 17 to approve the $2.4 million AOS 98 budget for FY27. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Voters pass $2.4M AOS 98 budget

Voters passed a $2,432,590 budget for the 2027 fiscal year at the Alternative Organizational Structure (AOS) 98 annual budget meeting March 17. Around 20 residents from Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, Edgecomb, Southport and Georgetown participated at the…

'Round Town

Ice

In the past several years, the village ducks have returned to our pond by now and are happily paddling around quacking as they scurry off to overhanging bushes lining the water. But this year, the pond seems to have a death grip on its ice, some of which may be…

3 Boothbay star athletes advancing to collegiate level

March 19 was a day to recognize the achievements of three incredible Boothbay Region High School athletes and wish them success in their collegiate careers. BRHS hosted a signing ceremony for seniors Rose Campbell, Tatum French and Griffin Yereance, who signed…

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Cold but worthy 23rd Leprechaun Leap held on Southport

Seahawks honor seniors in Unified finale

The BRHS Unified basketball team, helpers and coaches. CANDI JONETH/Boothbay Register

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Crisis averted

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I want to publicly thank Maria and Andrew at Nathan's Pharmacy. Sunday morning we…

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Edgecomb school students deserve better

Dear Editor:

In the 2020 school year there were eighty-six (86)…

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Kids just want to belong

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The school committee voted to spend up to $285,000 to send up to 10 students to the Sheepscot…

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Relocate pick pile, encourage recycling, reuse

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Finding opportunity to repurpose things no longer…

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The grand old potty

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In this marketplace of ideas we call democracy, today's GOP comes up short. Instead of offering…

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Write in Mike Bartles

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I am writing to urge the Boothbay Harbor community to write in Mike Bartles for the Boothbay…

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Stop the war!

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It is now becoming a very scary situation: I heard this morning on the news that the United States is…

This week at the Lincoln Theater

Margot Robbie stars as Catherine in "Wuthering Heights" opening March 27 at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"Sirat" - (R; 1 hour, 55 minutes - In Spanish, French, English, and Arabic) - A…

Southport Column: Spring flowers through winter weather

Winter is not done with us yet, deep in our hearts we knew that, so best…

Coastal Senior College Course

Watercolor painting for beginners

Beginning on Wednesday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. Instructor Cynthia Dias will lead “…

CTL MathCounts team participates in state competition

CTL's Mathcounts team at the state competition: Eni Burns, Adeline Inman, Charlie Record and Toby McKenzie. Courtesy photo

The MathCounts team from the Center for Teaching and Learning in Edgecomb…

This week at the Harbor Theater

"Merrily We Roll Along" opens at the Harbor Theater Friday, March 27. Courtesy of the venue

"H is for Hawk" - (PG-13; hour, 55 minutes) - The film follows Helen (Claire Foy),…

Boothbay Region YMCA launches Russell Court fundraiser

The Russell Gymnasium at the Boothbay Region YMCA was full of motion, laughter,…

BHYC High School Sailing program spring launch, open house March 28

BHYC high school sailors in competition. Chris Liberti photo

The Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club’s (BHYC) High School Sailing…

Boothbay Harbor Rotary Club

Our speaker had a family emergency and had to cancel, and after a bit of thinking, the reality that…

Press release

Ralliers to be on Wiscasset-Edgecomb bridge Saturday

No Kings Rallies will be taking place across the U.S. on Saturday, March 28. In…

Boothbay Region Art Foundation

Spring blooms early in Boothbay with 'Flower Show'

As the Maine coast begins its seasonal transition, the Boothbay Region Art Foundation…

J. Edward Knight Insurance announces hire

J. Edward Knight Insurance Agency is pleased to announce the addition of Don Legere as an…

Letter to the editor

Military scorecards

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Throughout world history, invaders have not fared well against defenders. To name a few pre-…

Boothbay Baptist Church

Holy week schedule

Palm Sunday service, 10:15 a.m., March 29

Good Friday Seder,…

The Lincoln Theater Presents...

'The Phantom of the Opera' with live piano accompaniment

"Phantom of the Opera" film still. Courtesy of the Lincoln Theater

Lincoln Theater is pleased to continue celebrating its remarkable milestone of 150…

Pine Tree Society 90th Anniversary

Annual holiday card contest call for artists, photographers

In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Pine Tree Society is officially…

Rotary Barn grand re-opening April 4

The Big Gray Rotary Club Barn opens for its sixth season on Saturday April 4 as sure a sign of…

Letter to the Editor

Sen. Collins: Run for Maine state government instead

Dear Editor:

Senator Collins’s latest…

Tides

Monday, 03/23
2:46 AM	High	11.07`
8:59 AM	Low	-1.00`
3:26 PM	High	9.65`
9:12 PM	Low	0.18`

Tuesday, 03/24
3:38 AM	High	10.76`
9:56 AM	Low	-0.59`
4:25 PM	High	9.15`
10:09 PM	Low	0.66`

Marine Forecast
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Belfast Tides

Monday, 03/23
2:20 AM	High	11.90`
8:41 AM	Low	-0.90`
2:57 PM	High	10.56`
8:55 PM	Low	0.37`

Tuesday, 03/24
3:12 AM	High	11.54`
9:38 AM	Low	-0.48`
3:54 PM	High	10.01`
9:53 PM	Low	0.89`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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