Wiscasset school committee

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…

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…

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…

Wiscasset Rod and Gun Club

Fishing Derby fun

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…

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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John Merry’s long service to Wiscasset schools, community

This spring, John "Johnny…
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I was a weekend mail carrier

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Staff's Best Photos of 2025

Staff photographer Steve Edwards spent a morning and an afternoon on the water during the 2025 Boothbay Harbor Tuna Challenge and captured this and many other great shots. STEVE EDWARDS/Boothbay Register

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Annual holiday card contest call for artists, photographers

In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Pine Tree Society is officially…

Rotary Barn rand re-opening April 4

The Big Gray Rotary Club Barn opens for its sixth season on Saturday April 4 as sure a sign of…

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Sen. Collins: Run for Maine state government instead

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Senator Collins’s latest…

Wiscasset selectmen

Talking town buildings, waterfront

Piecemeal waterfront projects will likely attract more grants than one giant project would, Wiscasset Economic…

AARP scam alert: Take part in a free event during AARP Fraud Prevention Month

Scams are everywhere today—from fake texts and emails to…

Coastal Rivers to host workshop with Maine Forest Service

Coastal Rivers’ Salt Bay Farm in Damariscotta. Courtesy photo

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

AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine…

Edgecomb Community Church

Thrift Store opening and Tuesday Lunch resumes

Spring is back and that means the Edgecomb Community Church is gearing up again…

Commissioners seek better explanation for AG office request for witness fees

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

Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation…

A Bird's Tale

Black Vultures and Life Lists

A black vulture partakes of what, to them, is a classic Florida meal: an expired armadillo. (Photo courtesy of Allison Wells)

For most bird species, the first individual you see is indelibly etched in your memory. You…

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PassItOn.com

OK, I am a bit behind the times sometimes.

Thanks to the TV ad I saw recently, I checked out the website, PassItOn.…

'Round Town

Ice

In the past several years, the village ducks have returned to our pond by now and are…

Joe's Journal

The Elephant returns

On Sunday, the nation’s energy secretary stared out of my TV set and said the Iran war was going forward according to…

‘Red Hat Brigade’ takes to the streets

The Red Hat Brigade on March 14. Courtesy of Nigel Calder

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CTL students wrap up cross country skiing with Hearty Roots

Students at the Center for Teaching and Learning on their cross country skis. Courtesy of CTL

As winter winds down, students at the Center for Teaching and Learning in…

Lincoln Theater

Look at the world more closely through 'Observer'

Lincoln Theater is pleased to present a free screening of the…

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: 4 arrests

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 276 calls for service for the period of…

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From shoreline to WES classroom

An educator with Chewonki Foundation spends much of her time visiting local schools and bringing the shoreline to…

Alna selectmen

Of bridges, salamanders and beavers

Updating Alna residents March 12, Alna Second Selectman Steve Graham said…

Wiscasset selectmen

Report recommends moving town office, keeping other departments at corner of One and 27

Some reports that could help inform decisions on Wiscasset's facilities and its waterfront are in. Selectmen were set…

The 2026 season at The Maine Art Gallery

Exploring connections between Maine lifestyle and the natural world

“Close Comfort” by Jean Kigel in Wiscasset Maine's Maine Art Gallery. Courtesy of the venue

Maine is a very special place for artists. Its ragged coast and…

Tides

Sunday, 03/22
2:00 AM	High	11.19`
8:09 AM	Low	-1.23`
2:34 PM	High	10.10`
8:22 PM	Low	-0.25`

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`

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Tides

Sunday, 03/22
1:38 AM	High	10.53`
7:57 AM	Low	-1.16`
2:12 PM	High	9.51`
8:10 PM	Low	-0.24`

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`

Marine Forecast
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Rockland Tides

Sunday, 03/22
1:34 AM	High	11.53`
7:58 AM	Low	-0.93`
2:07 PM	High	10.64`
8:12 PM	Low	0.05`

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`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Sunday, 03/22
1:32 AM	High	12.04`
7:50 AM	Low	-1.15`
2:05 PM	High	11.04`
8:04 PM	Low	-0.10`

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`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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