The trills of chipping sparrows can be heard in neighborhoods across Maine and the U.S., but recognizing their songs from other trillers can be tricky. Photo courtesy of Jeff Wells

A Bird's Tale

Over the last month as we’ve walked our little black dog around the neighborhood each morning, we’ve rarely been out of earshot of the trilling songs of either dark-eyed juncos or chipping sparrows. Both species are among the vast numbers of birds that produce a…

Sinclair, Gaffney win Edgecomb municipal contests

An incumbent and write-in emerged victorious May 16 during the Edgecomb Town Meeting referendum vote. Heather Sinclair retained her school committee seat by defeating challenger Maureen Heffernan, 189-122. Write-in candidate Cara Gaffney defeated Stuart Smith, 162…

Wiscasset Green at 21 Washington Street and a part of the ElderCare Network of Lincoln County is being transformed into a brain health center. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

Wiscasset Green to reopen as Brain Health Center

Something new is taking root this spring – “Therapeutic Gardening,” at the new Brain Health Center at what was the senior living home Wiscasset Green. Therapeutic Gardening is a hands-on activity to help stem cognitive decline in older adults. This effort has…

Town announcement

Maine police chiefs honor 3 Wiscasset officers

Wiscasset Selectmen's Chair Sarah Whitfield, Selectman William "Bill" Maloney and Town Manager Dennis Simmons recently attended the Maine Chiefs of Police Association annual awards banquet, where three members of Wiscasset Police Department were recognized for…

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…

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State to Wiscasset: Funds will go to sewer plant move, not upgrading Cow Island plant

Last September, Brandy King, manager of the Clean Water State Revolving Fund…

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Maine is often described as one big, small town where people are eager to lend a helping hand.…

AARP scam alert: Your points are worth money—and scammers know it

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This week at the Lincoln Theater

"The Christophers" opens at theLincoln Theater Friday, May 29. Courtesy of the venue

"The Drama" - (R; 1 hour, 46 minutes) - A happily engaged couple is put to the test when…

CTL students wrap up swim partnership with Boothbay Y

Pre-kindergartners through second graders from CTL traveled to the Boothbay Region YMCA for a multi-week swimming skills series. Courtesy of CTL

Student swimmers in grades pre-k through second at the Center for Teaching and Learning…

Boothbay Harbor parking gets new look

Goodbye, Flowbird blue, and hello to SmartMobile green. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Paid parking begins in Boothbay Harbor starting…

Letter to the editor

Vote for Danielle Clark

Dear Editor:

In Wiscasset we have one open seat on our School Committee for this upcoming town election and…

Damariscotta Open Mic May 30

Linda Picceri and Michelle Tanguay, No Spring Chickens, to play May Open Mic on May 30. Courtesy photo

On Saturday, May 30, welcome summer with the sounds and spirit that music, song and spoken words bring to…

Woolwich selectmen will open 1837 Town House June 17

History buffs, mark June 17 on your calendar. The Woolwich selectboard will …

Bigelow Laborator for Ocean Sciences

Annual event showcases algae applications and opportunities

Senior Research Scientist Mike Lomas shows WWF colleagues a display that spotlights the history, reach, and impact of the NCMA (Credit: Alex Seise)

Fishermen, scientists, chefs, and seafood fans descended on the Maine…

donations matched by store co-owner and dispersed via Maine Strong Memorial Foundation

front view of Damariscotta Hardware store

Damariscotta Hardware and Randolph Hardware are…

Cruiser a total loss following April 21 accident on Route 1

On April 21, a Lincoln County cruiser was involved in an accident on Route One resulting in the vehicle's…

The John W. Ballou Award is the highest honor given out annually by the…

Novelist Ellen Baker to host immersive launch party for 'Summerland Cove'

Midcoast author Ellen Baker's immersive book launch party is slated for June 2 at the Wiscasset Yacht Club. Courtesy photo

Author Ellen Baker will celebrate the release of her new Maine…

From the editor

Memorial Day parades

It has been a pleasure to record the Boothbay region’s Memorial Day parades for the newspaper for many years. With…

Wiscasset Memorial Day details

The town website at wiscasset.gov announced May 18:

The Wiscasset Selectboard and Town staff…

Joe's Journal

David v. Goliath in 2026

Thousands of miles east of Boothbay’s Ocean Point, Russians troopers are being slaughtered in a conflict that was…

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Frida Kahlo on the Big Screen at Lincoln Theater

"The Two Fridas." 1939. A scene in the Exhibition On Screen (EOS) film, "Frida Kahlo: The Making of an Icon." See it at the Lincoln Theater May 28 & 29. Courtesy of EOS

The life and legacy of one of the world’s most recognizable and influential artists…

Press release

Sheepscot Valley Children’s House plans open house

Sheepscot Valley Children’s House (SVCH) in Wiscasset is holding its annual May…

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: Several accidents

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 191 calls for service for the period…

Wiscasset school committee

‘We’re all in the same boat’: Andersson OK’d to talk to other schools

Talk to other schools and keep the committee updated, Wiscasset's school…

Wiscasset school committee

Andersson urges yes on loan for schools’ security upgrades

Wiscasset Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kim Andersson urged residents May 12 to nod…

How to reduce your electric bill

With electric bills in hand, attendees filled the Community Center May 13 to hear how to reduce expenses…

Tides

Sunday, 05/24
12:02 AM	Low	1.07`
6:29 AM	High	9.70`
12:37 PM	Low	0.35`
7:12 PM	High	9.60`

Monday, 05/25
1:10 AM	Low	1.05`
7:34 AM	High	9.35`
1:36 PM	Low	0.66`
8:09 PM	High	9.74`

Marine Forecast
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Tides

Sunday, 05/24
6:07 AM	High	9.14`
12:25 PM	Low	0.33`
6:50 PM	High	9.04`

Monday, 05/25
12:58 AM	Low	0.99`
7:12 AM	High	8.80`
1:24 PM	Low	0.62`
7:47 PM	High	9.18`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Sunday, 05/24
6:07 AM	High	10.46`
12:25 PM	Low	-0.05`
6:50 PM	High	10.22`

Monday, 05/25
12:55 AM	Low	0.79`
7:11 AM	High	10.12`
1:22 PM	Low	0.25`
7:46 PM	High	10.36`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Sunday, 05/24
6:02 AM	High	10.45`
12:19 PM	Low	0.45`
6:42 PM	High	10.34`

Monday, 05/25
12:52 AM	Low	1.04`
7:06 AM	High	10.15`
1:18 PM	Low	0.71`
7:39 PM	High	10.48`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Main Street Shop

BOOGIE2SHOOZ SUNDAY MAY 24th 5-8PM AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET! BE THERE!

Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND OF FOOD AND FUN!

Mine Oyster Waterfront Dining & Night Club with LIVE entertainment

Popover Friday and Saturday!! (Oh, and prime rib too!!)

Brady’s

Official Deck opening Friday at Brady's!! (Construction delay)

Brady’s

Anonymous Donor Pledges Dollar-to-Dollar Match

Sail Power & Steam Museum

WE’RE OPEN FOR THE 2026 SEASON AND JUST WAITING FOR YOU!

Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn

BOSTON DANCE THEATER returns to the Strand stage!

The Strand Theatre

Pop up live music on Brady's deck!!

Brady’s

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