Rev. Suzanne F. Colburn. Sharman Ballantine photo

St. Philip’s gets new ‘priest in charge’

St. Philip's Episcopal Church, Wiscasset, is pleased to announce the Reverend Suzanne F. Colburn has accepted a call to serve as part-time Priest In Charge. St. Philip's is excited at the prospect of having such an experienced leader. Rev. Colburn has a rich and…

Wiscasset selectmen

‘It’s a vampire’: Wiscasset, Westport Island residents air concerns over prospect of data center

A potential data center on Old Ferry Road in Wiscasset was not on selectmen's agenda Oct. 7, but was on the minds of Wiscasset and Westport Island residents who told the board their concerns. One concern was not about the would-be center, but a "non-disclosure"…

Rod Stevens and Allison Hepler pictured in front of the Virginia. The couple was named the recipients of Woolwich Historical Society’s 21st annual Distinguished Service Award. Courtesy photo

Town of Woolwich

Hepler, Stevens are Distinguished Service Award honorees

District 49 representative and longtime selectman Allison Hepler and her husband Rob Stevens are this year’s recipients of the Distinguished Service Award for their many years of service to the Woolwich community. Hepler and Stevens will be honored at the 21st…

Pierce practiced on the new organ Friday morning. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

Music soars to new heights at First Congregational Church

A new chapter in soul-stirring sound has begun at First Congregational Church of Wiscasset, UCC with the long-awaited arrival of a new organ—a state-of-the-art instrument that exceeds music director Joel Pierce’s highest hopes. “I’m so looking forward to playing…

Edgecomb hires pest control for town hall

Earlier this year, Michael Maxim experienced the dangers of being a selectman. Since he was elected in May 2023, Maxim has twice cleaned mouse excrement from the town hall's kitchen. But those days won't likely be repeated any time soon. Sept. 30, Edgecomb…

Obituaries

Ruth M. Davenport

Ruth Marie Davenport, a spirited soul who was…

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Martin Thibault

Martin Thibault of Southport, Maine died June 26…

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Susan D. Foss

Susan Diane (Rainey) Foss passed peacefully into…

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Megan N. Kilbreth

Megan’s life began on June 14, 1989, born to…

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Christina K. Main

On Sept. 26, 2025…

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Dennis E. Soule

Dennis E. Soule, 81, of Wiscasset, passed away…

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Maine's Common Ground Country Fair draws thousands to Unity to celebrate the harvest season

Shiloh, with the Morgan Family Farm, brings the oxen over to mingle with the curious at the Common Ground Country Fair 2025 in Unity. (Photo by Lynda Clancy)

Scotties conquer Boothbay Harbor: Myette hosts advocacy fundraiser

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Hughes and Carson at the Great Yorkshire Showground, a scene from the final film of the Downton Abbey' saga. Courtesy of the venue

Met Live in HD: "La Sonnambula" - (Bellini; 3 hours, 15 minutes – one…

Meghan Rice joins Edgecomb Eddy School

Meghan Rice, 3rd grade teacher at Edgecomb Eddy School. Courtesy photo

This September was a homecoming of sorts for Meghan (Smith) Rice, who joined the staff…

Two Spoons: On Eating in Midcoast Maine

Becoming Treats — The Story of a Bohemian Baker

Sweets on the table at Treats Bakery in Wiscasset. Photograph courtesy of Stacy Linehan

There’s a ribbon of warm light at closing time that catches the long harvest table through the…

The Waldo Theatre

'Murdering the Mob' cast announced

These Midcoast Maine actors will be bringing the mobsters, molls, barmaids and cops of "Murdering the Mob" to life. Show to open in November. Waldo Theatre photo

The Waldo Theatre in Waldoboro has announced the cast of its upcoming community theatre production…

AARP scam alert: Aspen Institute Fraud Task Force

Fraud today is largely run by sophisticated, large-scale operations led by…

Maine Arts Commission

Statewide 'Arts in Health' roundtables announced

Augusta, ME — The Maine Arts Commission, in collaboration with the Cultural…

Heartwood to host adult audtions

Heartwood Regional Theater Company will hold season auditions on Thursday, Nov. 6 in the Poe Theater at…

Internet and fraud scam workshop Oct. 17 at Patten Free Library

Patten Free Library, Age-Friendly Communities of the Lower Kennebec, and…

Rare cars add to streetscape of Wiscasset Homes on Tour Oct. 18

Thanks to the generosity of Owls Head Transportation Museum in Owls Head, a…

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K9 Storm, Game Warden Chad Robertson find missing Edgecomb man

K9 Storm and Game Warden Chad Robertson located a missing elderly…

Maine Art Gallery season ends Oct. 18

"Dusk" - oil on linen by Janet Ledoux at Maine Art Gallery, Wiscasset, ME

Saturday, Oct. 18 marks the last day of a vibrant season for the Maine Art Gallery (MAG).…

Bake & Take with Boothbay-Wiscasset Regional Adult Education

The holidays are just around the corner and Boothbay-Wiscasset…

Local artists have an opportunity to show work at MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital

The Miles Memorial Hospital League Art Committee is…

MaineDOT comment period under way for Woolwich projects

MaineDOT is planning improvements to the intersection of Route 1 and Nequasset Road. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

The public comment period has begun for two Maine Department of…

Pumpkinfest & Regatta schedule

Thursday, Oct. 9 - Pumpkin deployment on Main St.

Friday, Oct. 10 - Artists at work - pumpkins…

Westport Island resident opposes data center in Wiscasset

A Westport Island resident made a short statement Oct. 7 to Lincoln County…

Obituary

Richard W. Brooke

Richard W. “Dick” Brooke, 90, passed away Oct. 7, 2025 at his home in Boothbay after…

Wiscasset selectmen

Like a college campus: Latest on Peregrine’s proposal

The research and development campus Peregrine Turbine Technologies (PTT) wants more Birch Point land for "…

Blodgett receives 'County Commissioner of Month' honor

Last month, the Maine Spirit of America Foundation named William Blodgett of…

Celebration of Life for John and Diane West

A celebration of the life of John and Diane West will be held Saturday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. at the…

Sen. Reny earns perfect score from Maine AFL-CIO for voting record supporting working families

Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol, received a…

LCHA presents 'Shades of the Past'

Brave and curious lovers of local history are invited by Lincoln County Historical Association to…

'Into the Woods' - a Lincoln Academy/Heartwood collaboration

The cast of the Lincoln Academy and Heartwood production of "Into the Woods" opens Oct. 24 at the Poe Theater of Newcastle. Courtesy of Heartwood

Lincoln Academy will soon present the popular musical "Into the Woods," by Stephen…

Here’s what you need to know about Maine’s two ballot questions this November

yard signs for both sides of the issue addressed in question 1.

Mainers will see two big questions on the ballot this…

Tides

Tuesday, 10/14
6:02 AM	High	8.89`
11:44 AM	Low	1.33`
6:18 PM	High	9.94`

Wednesday, 10/15
12:38 AM	Low	0.43`
7:11 AM	High	8.83`
12:56 PM	Low	1.42`
7:28 PM	High	9.75`

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Tides

Tuesday, 10/14
5:40 AM	High	8.37`
11:32 AM	Low	1.26`
5:56 PM	High	9.36`

Wednesday, 10/15
12:26 AM	Low	0.41`
6:49 AM	High	8.31`
12:44 PM	Low	1.34`
7:06 PM	High	9.18`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Tuesday, 10/14
5:41 AM	High	9.50`
11:34 AM	Low	1.24`
5:56 PM	High	10.63`

Wednesday, 10/15
12:25 AM	Low	-0.02`
6:49 AM	High	9.49`
12:44 PM	Low	1.27`
7:05 PM	High	10.46`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Tuesday, 10/14
5:30 AM	High	9.62`
11:30 AM	Low	1.53`
5:50 PM	High	10.61`

Wednesday, 10/15
12:18 AM	Low	0.51`
6:40 AM	High	9.54`
12:41 PM	Low	1.54`
7:00 PM	High	10.43`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Once an Outlaw - Acoustic

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First Responders Appreciation Weekend October 4th & 5th at Boothbay Railway Village

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DOUBLE HEADER!! STEVIE JONES & DAVE & CHRIS GAGNE TONIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET! 5:30 to 7:30PM

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Weekend at Brady's!! Football, Football, & More Football!!

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