Passive vs. active recreation was the theme at the Monday, Aug. 24, workshop to discuss what to do with the gateway area, the spot where the tennis courts used to be at the corner of Townsend…
News
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Selectmen: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 7 p.m.
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Thank you, community, for all your amazing support for the fourth annual Set for Success back-to-school event on Aug. 16 at the Boothbay Region YMCA.
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On Aug. 16, a multitude of local organizations turned out to participate in the community wide program hosted by the YMCA to ensure that all Boothbay Region students would be "set for success" for…
Twenty-eight members of the Boothbay Region High School class of 1975, their spouses and some guests gathered for their 40th year reunion at Robinson's Wharf on Southport for four hours on…
Obituary
Ellen Davis Birlem, 73, died Aug. 22, 2015, surrounded by her family who sent her off full of love, adoration and eternal devotion.
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Football
Saturday, Sept. 5: Home vs. Poland, 10 a.m.
Thursday, Sept. 10: Home vs. Winthrop/Monmouth, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19: At Maranacook, 3 p.m.
Saturday, Sept.…
The weather was perfect on Aug. 1, as Lilly Darché, a summer resident of Hunting Island, was married to Haynes Johnston of Pelham, New York.
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There is a sign under the coffee machine at the Community Center which says: “We came as strangers and left as friends.” That sign was created by…
On Sunday, Aug. 30, All Saints by-the-Sea welcomes back the Rev. John Ineson. Holy Communion will be celebrated at the 8 and 10 a.m. services. A social hour with refreshments follows the 10 a.m.…
A New Hampshire man who allegedly punched a woman in the face before she jumped from a moving vehicle has been arrested by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
Jim Lazott, 41, of Pembroke,…
A Portland contractor, Scott Construction Corporation, will begin work shortly beneath the Route 1 bridge spanning Nequasset Brook in Woolwich.
The project will be getting underway after…
For many years, Lincoln Academy in Newcastle has struggled with maintaining an adequate baseball and soccer field. School officials said conditions declined when construction began two years ago…
A Dresden man who was arrested Aug. 9 for allegedly assaulting a family member was arrested a week later after allegedly violating the conditions of his release.
Steven Cherkis, 50, of…
The Elmina B. Sewall Foundation located in Freeport has awarded the Boothbay Region YMCA a $75,000 grant in support of its “Going Green for Better…
The Maine Department of Environment Protection has asked the Edgecomb Planning Board and a local landowner to rethink a decision.
In February, the planning board…
A Boothbay man who is purported to have the longest criminal record in Lincoln County has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in a 2013 home invasion.
Michael Brewer, 59…
Just as people grow, evolve and change over time, so do human organizations. Religious congregations are no exception. Examining that growth, to make sure it is…
Wannawaf is proud to announce that this year's charity Waffle Eating Contest is benefiting Boothbay Region Community Resources on Saturday, Sept. 5, at 1 p.m.…
Join professional dog trainer Jean Conte on Sept. 10 at 5 p.m. at the Lincoln Home, 22 River Road in Newcastle, to begin a journey towards becoming a therapy dog…
Obituary
Gerald Howes “Gerry” Rolfe, 84, died at his home in Pownal on Aug. 24, 2015, after a brief illness, surrounded by his family. He was still known as “Daddy” to many in his family.
He was born…
Obituary
Florence E. Barter, 92, died Aug. 21, 2015, at Winship Green in Bath.
She was born Aug. 11, 1923, in Boothbay to Willie Emerson and Bessie Campbell Emerson. Florence grew up on Barters…
The Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library welcomes Dane Hartgrove, Ph.D., who will discuss "U.S. Diplomacy and Current Issues" from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2…
Obituary
Chester R. Brewer, 35, died at his home in Boothbay on Aug. 21, 2015.
Chester was born May 11, 1980, to Wallace Brewer…
Geezers and old fogies were crushed by captain Ray Perry sailing Olivia in the 15th Linekin Ledges Informal Regatta held recently. Hundreds of years of accumulated sailing experience was…
The Lincoln Home hosted an antique car show Tuesday evening, Aug. 18, that brought members of all ages in our community out for a night of reminiscing, sharing stories and dancing to the music of…
10th Anniversary
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which touched down Aug. 29, 2005. The anniversary will also serve as a benchmark for a rescue organization that began in Boothbay.
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Obituary
John C. VanOrsdell died peacefully on Aug. 18, 2015, at Boothbay Harbor’s Gregory Wing.
He was born in Manhattan on…
Central Maine Power will continue performing tree-trimming work in about nearly 30 communities in Central and Midcoast Maine during the coming weeks. The work along…
Christine Schweighauser calls herself a legend in her own mind.
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Home sales continue to rise at impressive rates across the state of Maine.
Maine Listings announced August 20 that…
A 2011 Bates College graduate believes Edgecomb is a prime location for his new business venture. Finley Merrill is the founder of PilotHouse, a Boston-based recreational and facility services…
Come join Dr. Sarah Ackerly, ND, Northern Sun Family Healthcare from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2, for an informative discussion about tick bites as she speaks at Midcoast Lyme Disease Support…
Obituary
Joanne M. Wilde, 83, of East Boothbay died in her home on Ocean Point Road on Aug. 19, 2015, surrounded by family and friends following a long battle with cancer.…
While no formal plans have been finalized for what the future of Damariscotta's downtown will look like, the waterfront committee received a large vote of confidence on Wednesday, Aug. 19.
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Skidompha Library’s annual (and always popular) Summer Reading Program has gone to the dogs. And the cats. And any other kind of animal that finds a…
It's not every day that an explosion happens near a school.
That's why the Damariscotta Fire Department wants to prepare for the unexpected via a tabletop exercise that would incorporate…
The Community Building Grant Program of the Maine Community Foundation has awarded grants to two nonprofit organizations in Lincoln County through the newly formed…
The Boothbay Region High School class of 1960 held its 55th reunion on Aug. 15 and 16.
The fabulous weekend included a meet and greet at Herringbones, a wonderful afternoon feast at Robinson…
Historic New England
Historic New England guide Cathy Messmer will present a special talk and tour of Castle Tucker from 9-11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 28. Based on an actual event, a dinner prepared by…
The county wanderers database is up and running.
At the Lincoln County Commissioners’…
Despite the lack of sunshine and the oppressively high humidity level recently in Boothbay Harbor, people and pets have been out in droves, sightseeing at the…
Construction is underway at the Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor, where improvements to safety, accessibility, and efficacy are taking place.
A stained glass window, previously…
Harbor Fest 2015
Harbor Fest proudly presents A Taste of Local Flavor as the major event in the festivals’ food and beverage category. The three-day event offers a nontraditional food tasting format that takes…
Obituary
Josephine (Field) Spring, 91, of Simmons Road, Boothbay Harbor, died Aug. 17, 2015, of an illness.
She was born on Oct. 22, 1923, to Mary Ellen (Tynan) Field…
Over 200 people came, promenaded, danced, bid, and volunteered at the Friends of Thai Daughters’ (FTD) 10th…
Did you know approximately half of all human DNA originally came from viruses, which infected and embedded themselves in our ancestors’ egg and…
Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015, is the first student day for Boothbay Region schools grades Pre-K-9, Southport Central School, and Edgecomb Eddy School. BRHS students in grades 10-12 will begin Wednesday…
Here’s your chance to own a valuable memento from New England's famous skiing history.
Howard and Dee Wright are giving up their most beloved Wildcat Mountain ski gondola.
It was made…
The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) honored 21 midwives who have demonstrated leadership, clinical excellence, outstanding scholarship, and professional achievement both within and…
