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AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 8, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,588 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

Obituary

Diane Johnson Blasco passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2020 at her summer cottage in Southport, Maine.

Diane was born in Bronxville, New York on Oct. 24, 1957 to Loretta Donnelly Johnson…

As with many other organizations, the Boothbay Region Historical Society has had to adjust to what is being called the “new normal.” The society’s museum at 72 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor has been…

The T-shirt with a design by Boothbay Region Elementary School fifth grader Chau Nyugen has arrived  at The Smiling Cow, 14 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor. The second annual WJD Student T-shirt…

Southport Memorial Library will be offering curbside pick-up for books beginning June 16. We will take requests by phone at 633-2741 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11a.m.-3 p.m.

Convenient pick…

Boothbay Region High School

The Boothbay Region High School Class of 2020 marched on together June 5 after a difficult last spring semester. Friends and family were absent from the gym as Class Marshal Colby Babcock led his…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, June 7, an additional COVID-19 death in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 99. 

The individuals was a resident of Cumberland…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 7, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,570 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

This year, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens will present its 16th annual garden symposium, “Designing with Water,” via three online sessions, June 10, 17 and 24. Honoring CMBG’s seasonal theme, “…

Wiscasset Middle High School released the following on Friday, June 5.

​Graduation Quick Guide for Wiscasset Speedway ceremony, parade through town, and the fireworks: 

​6 to 6:30 p.…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 6, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,524 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

UPDATED: Lincoln County Sheriff Todd Brackett was able to reply at length Monday to Wiscasset Newspaper’s request for comment after the demonstration. Here…

Out of concern for the health and safety of our summer worshipers, clergy and organists and to be in compliance with government directives and recommendations of the Episcopal Diocese of Maine,…

The Boothbay Region High School Class of 2020 graduated Friday, June 5. Here are the graduates after they received their diplomas and stood with BRHS Principal Tricia Campbell.

For three days in March, Robinson’s Wharf was having a strong 2020. Then the coronavirus hit, and the popular Southport restaurant closed to dine-in eating, as did all other Maine restaurants.…

The Celebration of Life for Carla D. Allen, planned for Aug. 8, has  been postponed until Aug. 7, 2021. Further information will be available as we get closer to the date.

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, June 5, an additional three COVID-19 deaths in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 98. 

The individuals were residents,…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 5, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,482 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

Obituary

Thomas P. Sikes, 71, of Edgecomb, died tragically in a fatal collision on June 3, 2020 in Wiscasset.

He was born in Suffield, Connecticut on Aug. 13, 1948, and he lived in Stafford,…

Lincoln County commissioners received five sealed bids from Maine dealerships June 2 for buying three new police SUVs. Newcastle Chrysler of Newcastle was the low bidder, with $28,589 for each of…

Due to the current pandemic, the memorial service for Constance Reed Wright has been postponed until June 2021. The exact date and time will be announced in the Boothbay Register beforehand.

AUGUSTA — The Mills Administration announced additional business reopenings Thursday under the Governor’s rural reopening plan.

Under the update, in 13 counties, tasting rooms and bars may…

Following the final marching practice before graduation, Boothbay Region High School seniors were presented scholarships and awards during the school’s annual awards ceremony on Thursday morning,…

On June 1, the doors to all county government offices  re-opened to public access. Lincoln County Administrator Carrie Kipfer reported offices are open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.  …

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 4, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,446 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has for the first time since the pandemic outbreak released COVID-19 confirmed and probable case data by ZIP code.

Until Wednesday, Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah…

Saturday, May 30 was a beautiful day to participate in a bottle drive and pick up a lunch-to-go at the Farm 23 bakery, and many Boothbay area residents stopped by.

Action for Animals Maine…

Two fishermen’s wives, Monique Coombs and Rebecca Spear, are working together to collect seafood recipes, photos, and stories, to create the “Maine Coast Fishing Families Seafood Cookbook.”…

More than just a weed, an invasive plant is one that comes from another region and causes harm by taking over habitat from native plants on which wildlife relies.…

Chester F. Fossett turned 90 years of age on May 26.

A lifelong resident of Boothbay Harbor, Chester graduated from Boothbay Harbor High School in 1947 and Maine Maritime Academy in 1950.…

The far-reaching effects of the COVID-19 virus and the measures being taken to reduce its spread are applicable in many areas you may not have thought about. While state and local…

​About 11:08 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, Wiscasset Police Department was dispatched

Boothbay Harbor Board of Selectmen

Boothbay Harbor selectmen will meet 7 p.m. June 8 in the town office meeting room. The board will vote on a new fee schedule for fiscal year 2020/2021, the carry-forward amounts for 2020/2021,…

AUGUSTA — The Maine criminal justice community, which includes the Maine Chiefs of Police Association, the Maine Sheriffs…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, June 3, an additional COVID-19 death in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 95. 

The individual, a man in his 70s, was a resident…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 3, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,418 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

United Way of Mid Coast Maine announced $93,900 in grants to 20 agencies that are working to meet the increased needs of local people during the pandemic. This is on top of $47,340 to 16 agencies…

Recent visitors to Oak Point Farm may have noticed construction activity on the shore-facing side of the farmhouse. As part of the This Land is Your Land Campaign for Oak Point Farm, which…

Obituary

Nancy Hurst, 86, of Boothbay Harbor, died peacefully on May 27, 2020 after a brief illness.

She was born and raised on Southport, daughter of Leland and Lucy Snowman and older sister to…

Bob Steneck, a University of Maine School of Marine Sciences faculty member, is an internationally recognized marine ecologist whose research expertise ranges from coral reefs and kelp forests to…

As Gov. Janet Mills’ stay at home executive order approaches its June 11 end date, Edgecomb officials are thinking about reopening the municipal building to the public. On June 1, selectmen…

Boothbay Harbor will hold its annual elections from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 19 and town meeting at 9 a.m. June 20. Both were scheduled for May 1 and 2, but were postponed due to COVID-19 concerns.…

The former Cap’n Fish’s motel buildings were demolished June 1 to make way for a waterfront park and public and commercial water access. Boothbay Harbor Waterfront Preservation President Bob McKay…

Please join the Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor for live worship Sundays at 10 a.m. You can join us at www.congochurchbbh.org,…

‘no justice no peace’

ROCKLAND — Approximately 250-300 people gathered peacefully in Chapman Park, June 1, carrying homemade signs, wearing masks against COVID-19, and shouting the name “George Floyd,” loudly, as cars…

The Lord sees everything, but that doesn't mean everybody sees the Lord. Barters Island Baptist Church Pastor Rich Azud discovered this after he assumed the fellowship in 2012. Azud began knocking…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, June 2, an additional five COVID-19 deaths in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 94. 

Four individuals were residents of…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, June 2, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,377 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 2,…

Boothbay Railway Village

Boothbay Railway Village will not open this summer. BRV’s board of directors held off on deciding as long as it could, changing scenarios to reflect Gov. Janet Mills’ latest COVID-19 guidelines.…

Women who became shadows of their former selves after spending decades living in abusive domestic partnerships are walking out into the light. And they are speaking out, talking about what…