An article to replace funding for Patten Free Library in Bath with a plan to buy library cards for residents who can’t afford one was eventually passed by a show of hands after the town had run out of paper ballots. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

Woolwich decides against funding Patten Free Library

Woolwich voters trimmed $71,506 from the town’s $2.83 million budget by choosing not to fund Patten Free Library. Three votes were required to settle the matter Wednesday night, April 29, the yays to end funding narrowly outnumbering nays at the annual…

WMHS Class of 2026’s ‘Top Scholars’

Wiscasset Middle High School is pleased to announce the three seniors in the Class of 2026 who have earned the distinction of being a “Top Scholar." To be recognized as a “Top Scholar," a senior must hold a cumulative (four-year) grade point average of 3.5 or…

Wiscasset selectmen

Wormfest seeks to hook June 13 date, other plans

Wormfest year three is planned in detail, from the music, parking and more, down to the festival's trash. New and returning features will make up Wormfest 2026, according to plans shared ahead of selectmen's Tuesday, May 5 board meeting. Wormfest organizers were…

Ballot clerks count ballots at the annual town meeting on a motion concerning library funding. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

Woolwich to reconsider Patten Free Library funding in special town meeting

Woolwich selectmen will hold a special town meeting next month for voters to reconsider funding for Patten Free Library in Bath. “From a legal standpoint we did nothing wrong,” said Chairman David King Sr., adding, on the advice of Maine Municipal Association…

Press release

Time to count alewives in Woolwich

As spring comes to coastal Maine, it brings with it the return of alewives to Nequasset Lake and the start of the annual Nequasset alewife count.  Counting alewives is an exciting way to celebrate spring, take part in one of the world's great migrations, and help…

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Poems that call to mind Wiscasset of yesteryear

With March set aside for Women’s…
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The Ozone Mountain mystery

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John Merry’s long service to Wiscasset schools, community

This spring, John "Johnny…
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Beyond the classroom: Wiscasset student artists on exhibit

Maine Art Gallery kicks off 2026 season with Wiscasset Student Art Show

Carrabec sends Wiscasset home, 61-51

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Andrew Duhon in concert May 23

Andrew Duhon. May 23. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Got tickets? Courtesy of the artist

Andrew Duhon has been called, “Another world-class voice from Louisiana, another soulful,…

Wiscasset Ocean on Tap

The Wide World of Ocean Chemistry

The next Wiscacsset edition of Ocean on Tap will take place on Thursday, May 14, 6 p.m. at Ækeir Brewing,…

Live theater this week at the Lincoln

Emily Sue Barker (Audrey) and Niall Lessard (Seymour) lead the cast of "Little Shop of Horrors" opening Friday, May 15. Got those tickets...quick! Courtesy of Christina Belknap

LCCT presents: "Little Shop of Horrors" – Live on stage! - The meek floral…

AARP scam alert: Gift cards are for gifts

Gift cards are popular and convenient for consumers—and for criminals who favor them as easy and…

Boothbay Harbor Ocean on Tap

'A Maine Lobstering Life'

The next Boothbay Harbor edition of Ocean on Tap will take place on Thursday, May 21, 6 p.m. at Footbridge…

New team meeting May 21

New regional adult unified basketball team

Parents, players, coaches and sponsors, in conjunction with the Boothbay Region YMCA…

Declaration of Independence copy heading to East Boothbay

An early copy of the Declaration of Independence is on its way to East Boothbay. Maine State…

Press release

Edgecomb residents to vote on whether to join Wiscasset Water District

In 2024, the Legislature passed, and the Governor…

Twin Villages Arbor Day celebration to offer free trees and family activities

Coastal Rivers Land Steward Brad Weigel demonstrates how to plant a sapling during the 2025 Arbor Day celebration. Courtesy of Kris Christine

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Seeking 1927-30 Boothbay Registers

The Boothbay Register has a mystery on its hands. We're seeking our 1927-30 editions, missing…

Wiscasset selectmen

Wiscasset Ambulance Service celebrates 50 years May 16

Saturday, May 16, Wiscasset Ambulance Service will…

Cult classic ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at Lincoln Theater

The LCCT cast of "Little Shop of Horrors, from back, left: Kelly Caufield, Eliana Goldberg, Emily Sue Barker, Molly Frantzen, Derek Kingsley. Front, from left: Andy Barber, Niall Lessard, and Ron Capps. Courtesy of the venue

Lincoln County Community Theater (LCCT), resident theater company at Damariscotta’s…

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust

Guided hike at Salt Bay Farm

Several species of sparrow, such as this Swamp sparrow, can be spotted at Salt Bay Farm in Damariscotta. Photo courtesy of Walt Barrows

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah…

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens launches its 19th season

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay is now open for the season. Courtesy of CMBG

One of the clear indicators that summer is on its way is the annual…

Summer Bird Road Trip, Anyone?

Cerulean warblers show up in Maine only as a rare migrant, but they can be found in summer as close as western Massachusetts. Photo by mdf, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

It may seem early to be thinking of summer, given it’s still early May, but the excitement…

'Round Town

Past

I know it is ancient history but so much community fun! Events with a focus on what makes the region a community. No great fanfare…

Joe's Journal

A Senate race for the ages

Working through my usual morning routine early Saturday, I glanced out the window and saw Bambi. He/she had wandered…

Edgecomb residents overwhelmingly approve $4,487,740 school budget

There was very little opposition to the $4,487,740 2026-27 Edgecomb…

Wiscasset downtown paving planned for May 11-15

The Town of Wiscasset has contracted with Hagar Enterprises of Damariscotta to pave several Village streets. Work is…

Veggies to Table dahlia tuber sale, farm tours and more

Due to enthusiastic community response and additional tuber availability,…

Vendors still needed at St. Giles summer Country Fair

St. Giles Episcopal Church in Jefferson is gearing up for its annual Country…

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests

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Wiscasset candidate forums planned

Voters in Wiscasset's June 9 elections will decide a five-way race for three selectboard seats…

Ryan Neal scores first career victory at Wiscasset Speedway

Ryan Neal climbs out of his car after earning his first career feature victory at Wiscasset Speedway. Jasen Dickey photo

While other racetracks across New England postponed or cancelled their…

Tides

Monday, 05/11
12:32 AM	Low	1.86`
6:56 AM	High	8.94`
1:01 PM	Low	1.03`
7:37 PM	High	8.96`

Tuesday, 05/12
1:30 AM	Low	1.42`
7:53 AM	High	9.08`
1:53 PM	Low	0.82`
8:26 PM	High	9.56`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Monday, 05/11
12:20 AM	Low	1.76`
6:34 AM	High	8.42`
12:49 PM	Low	0.97`
7:15 PM	High	8.44`

Tuesday, 05/12
1:18 AM	Low	1.34`
7:31 AM	High	8.55`
1:41 PM	Low	0.78`
8:04 PM	High	9.01`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Monday, 05/11
12:23 AM	Low	1.99`
6:27 AM	High	9.32`
12:55 PM	Low	1.02`
7:12 PM	High	9.21`

Tuesday, 05/12
1:20 AM	Low	1.52`
7:26 AM	High	9.50`
1:46 PM	Low	0.81`
8:01 PM	High	9.79`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Monday, 05/11
12:15 AM	Low	2.03`
6:28 AM	High	9.64`
12:43 PM	Low	1.16`
7:05 PM	High	9.69`

Tuesday, 05/12
1:12 AM	Low	1.53`
7:25 AM	High	9.83`
1:35 PM	Low	0.91`
7:56 PM	High	10.29`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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