Julie Cromwell has been named 2026 Maine State REALTOR® of the Year

Maine Grain Alliance is proud to present the second Maine Bagel-Off on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This outdoor celebration of bagels, local grains and friendly competition will take place at the Maine Tasting Center campus in Wiscasset.

Newcastle Realty is pleased to announce that John Pedlowe of Wiscasset has joined the company as a real estate agent.

Town & Shore Real Estate is pleased to announce a renewed vision for Clarks' Point, an existing but partially built-out 65-lot residential community along the Sheepscot River in Wiscasset.

First National Bank has been named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Maine, recognizing the Bank among the state’s leading employers and reinforcing its commitment to creating a workplace where employees can grow, build meaningful careers and make a difference in their communities. 

Yoga therapist and owner of Boothbay Yoga Therapy Tonia Blake is now offering yoga therapy and classes in the region, with a focus on healthy aging and older adults. She is accepting individual yoga therapy clients and teaching several group programs beginning in early October, with registration now open through Boothbay-Wiscasset Adult & Community Education.

If you are looking for a great cup of coffee and a friendly place to start your day, visit Grounded Coffee, 21 Common Drive, Boothbay which opened Monday, Sept. 14. The shop will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Maine Association of Realtors reports 1,542 existing single-family homes changed hands in August—a decrease of 10.09 percent year-over-year. Realtors indicate an August median sales price (MSP) of $424,550, an increase of 4.31 percent over August 2025. The MSP indicates that half of the homes were sold for more and half sold for less.

 A new pet boutique, waggin’ wiscasset, has opened in Wiscasset at 49 Water St., adjacent to Red’s Eats. There is access to the shop from both Water Street and Railroad Avenue.

Southport General Store will host its annual International Dinner on Sunday, Sept. 6, from 4 to 6 p.m., bringing the community together for an evening of traditional cuisine, celebration, and gratitude for the international students who play an essential role in Maine’s seasonal economy.

The can’t-miss dinner will feature traditional dishes inspired by the homelands of Southport General Store’s beloved J1 students, offering guests an opportunity to experience authentic flavors and learn more about the cultures and traditions they bring to the community each summer.

The Kennebec and Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs), in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), will host a public meeting of the Kennebec-Lincoln Local Working Groups (LWG). Please join us from 10 a.m. to noon for the hybrid meeting scheduled for Sept. 17 at the Whitefield Fire & Rescue Station located at 24 Townhouse Road, Whitefield and virtually.

Veggies to Table raised an extraordinary $319,106 at its annual To the Nines auction and gala on Aug. 9, bringing the community together in support of its mission to help end hunger.

UPDATE: MLA welcomes Canada’s decision to remove seafood from retaliatory tariffs

Canada’s decision to remove seafood and fish products from its retaliatory tariff list is welcome news and a relief to Maine lobstermen and the businesses and communities that depend on the lobster fishery. 

MaineHealth is offering a certified nursing assistant (CNA) apprenticeship training program, providing a paid pathway for individuals interested in beginning a health care career. 

The Bobby Blackman Scholarship Fund was founded by the Knights of Pythias. They recognized that not only did Bob Blackman work in the trades, but he supported them as well. This fund is dedicated to helping local students pursue careers in skilled trades by providing scholarships for trade school education.

It isn't going to happen, but a data center eyed by a man with a Boothbay tie stood to bring to Wiscasset millions of dollars in taxes and about 1,700-2,300 temporary construction jobs and 100-200 permanent jobs, and would have required upgrades to roads, fiber and other infrastructure, and required some more land, according to claims in nearly a year's worth of documents just released. 

The season is coming to a close at the Maine State Aquarium, but not before visitors have a chance to have a whale-y good time!

On Saturday, Aug. 22, visitors can experience the thrill of stepping inside a life-size inflatable humpback whale named “Chunk.” This immersive, interactive experience for participants of all ages explores the wonders of marine life and is designed and conducted by award-winning, nationally recognized wildlife educator Jessica Woodend. The 43-foot inflatable whale can accommodate up to 20 children or 15 adults at a time.