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Wiscasset Rod and Gun Club hosted its third annual free kids ice fishing derby on Feb. 21. There was a great turnout of kids, parents and grandparents. Free hot dogs, hot chocolate, cookies and ice cream bars were enjoyed by all. Largest fish was caught by McKenna…
Shown is the section of Route 127, Woolwich where MaineDOT plans to install a new, larger culvert. The state route is a major thoroughfare for commuters. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper
Delays anticipated during culvert replacement on Route 127, Woolwich
Motorists who rely on Route 127 (Middle Road) in Woolwich will face delays this summer from a planned large culvert replacement .9 of a mile north of Old Stage Road. Maine Department of Transportation anticipates the project will require a two-week road…
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State agrees to help Wiscasset up its schools’ security
Two Wiscasset school security projects have outranked most other requests to Maine's School Revolving Renovation Fund. Maine Department of Education has nodded partnerships for Wiscasset to get a zero-interest loan of $474,955 for a project at Wiscasset Elementary…
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Hubert resigning as WMHS principal
Wiscasset's school committee March 18 accepted Sarah Hubert's resignation as principal of Wiscasset Middle High School. The resignation takes effect June 30, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kim Andersson said. Hubert wrote Andersson and the committee in her…
On this parcel on Wiscasset’s Route 27, prospective land donor Allen “Big Al” Cohen, left, and Boothbay V.E.T.S. founder Ed Harmon show their enthusiasm March 8 for the project eyed to help veterans. SUSAN JOHNS/Wiscasset Newspaper
‘This is going to happen’: Place eyed in Wiscasset to teach veterans a trade and help them in other ways
March 23, Wiscasset’s planning board is set to hear from Ed Harmon about a school and much more to help veterans thrive. The Boothbay man, founder of Boothbay V.E.T.S., said this would also help fill area workforce needs, by teaching the veterans a trade. And…

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

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"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),…

BHYC High School Sailing program spring launch, open house March 28
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The Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club’s (BHYC) High School Sailing…

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

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"No room! No room! No room! Move down" as the Mad Hatter and March Hare would say, or, in…

WES students visit sugar house
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Lincoln Theater is pleased to continue celebrating its remarkable milestone of 150…

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Rotary Barn grand re-opening April 4
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Scams are everywhere today—from fake texts and emails to…

Coastal Rivers to host workshop with Maine Forest Service
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Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust, in partnership with the Maine Forest…

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Take a trip to 'Wonderland' with the Y Arts Community Players
"Alice In Wonderland" rehearsals have been in full swing this month. Emily Mirabile photo

 “When I used to read fairy tales, I fancied that kind of thing never happened, and…

Woolwich selectmen nod Garden Club project
Selectmen plan to replace the access ramp at Woolwich Municipal Building and agreed to fund a Bath Garden Club project here. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

The lawn around Woolwich’s town office will be getting a new look, selectmen…

Maine Film Office launches Film in Maine pilot program

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Commissioners seek better explanation for AG office request for witness fees
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Lincoln County commissioners are questioning a request from the…

Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District
Environmental Youth Education fundraiser, poster contest gallery night March 24
Grade 4-6 category winner by Madison Woodbine

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Edgecomb man changes plea to guilty and is convicted of murder
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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`
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Monday, 03/23
2:24 AM High 10.43`
8:47 AM Low -0.94`
3:04 PM High 9.09`
9:00 PM Low 0.17`
Tuesday, 03/24
3:16 AM High 10.13`
9:44 AM Low -0.55`
4:03 PM High 8.61`
9:57 PM Low 0.62`
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Rockland Tides

Monday, 03/23
2:21 AM High 11.53`
8:50 AM Low -0.83`
3:00 PM High 10.25`
9:03 PM Low 0.40`
Tuesday, 03/24
3:14 AM High 11.35`
9:47 AM Low -0.58`
4:00 PM High 9.82`
10:00 PM Low 0.79`
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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`
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Data courtesy of NOAA

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