Dining Out

This is the first part in a series on how our local restaurants are navigating state regulations on health and safety concerning COVID-19. We are doing our best to be inclusive, but with so…

For three days in March, Robinson’s Wharf was having a strong 2020. Then the coronavirus hit, and the popular Southport restaurant closed to dine-in eating, as did all other Maine restaurants.…
Damariscotta River Grill
Amy Audet
Damariscotta River Grill opens its doors for dinner Wednesday, June 3. Join us for dinner Wednesday through Sunday, while savoring the beautiful art of Amy J. Audet. Doug Houle. Valerie…

Wiscasset’s eateries are gradually reopening or opening for the season as the state allows, according to interviews and the businesses’ Facebook pages.

Red’s Eats is gearing up to open May…

Wiscasset’s eateries are gradually reopening or opening for the season as the state allows, according to interviews and the businesses’ Facebook pages.

Red’s Eats is gearing up to open May…

Restaurants in 12 of Maine’s 16 counties can reopen for business beginning Monday, May 18 so long as they follow a set of guidelines appearing below. 

Under the newly released plan by…

As Maine restaurants face a climb back to a semblance of normality, many that have remained open or opened back up are handling business differently. We want to keep you all updated with the…

Where It’s At ...

Since the 15th century the first morning meal has been known as breakfast, or break fast, the fast the body had while sleeping. Cereals for breakfast came along four centuries later. The first…

Where It’s At ...

Since the 15th century the first morning meal has been known as breakfast, or break fast, the fast the body had while sleeping. Cereals for breakfast came along four centuries later. The first…

Woolwich’s DQ Grill & Chill on Route 1, north of Sagadahoc Bridge, recently changed owners. Jasen and Lori Wood of Lincolnville bought the popular restaurant the Ranta family operated for two…

Where It’s At ...

While it’s true it’s kinda quiet around these parts this time of year – as far as things to do over the weekend go – there’s still good times to be had for those nights you want to take a break…

Love is in the air with the first annual “For the Love of Beer, Wine and Boutiques” in Boothbay Harbor. The weekend of fun and love begins on the…

Love is in the air with the first annual “For the Love of Beer, Wine and Boutiques” in Boothbay Harbor. The weekend of fun and love begins on the…

Celebrate the dawning of the new year with Damariscotta Open Mic and an Inn Along the Way fundraiser at our community's Second Annual (new era for) Peaceful New Beginnings. Join us, your friends…

Celebrate the dawning of the new year with Damariscotta Open Mic and an Inn Along the Way fundraiser at our community's Second Annual (new era for) Peaceful New Beginnings. Join us, your friends…

Press release

Food Trucks A-Go, the Midcoast’s newest dining experience, is excited to announce that the food court located on Route 27 in Boothbay will be open daily from Thursday, Dec. 19 through Tuesday, Dec…

Press release

Food Trucks A-Go, the Midcoast’s newest dining experience, is excited to announce that the food court located on Route 27 in Boothbay will be open daily from Thursday, Dec. 19 through Tuesday, Dec…

Damariscotta River Grill
Lonie Ellis

A new Boothbay Harbor pizzeria will have a distinct Italian flavor. Ports Pizzeria was officially opened Nov. 11 at 28 Union St. by two Italians with decades of experience in the food industry.…

A new Boothbay Harbor pizzeria will have a distinct Italian flavor. Ports Pizzeria was officially opened Nov. 11 at 28 Union St. by two Italians with decades of experience in the food industry.…

Taste of Local Flavor kicked off Harbor Fest Aug. 30 with Taka Mediterranean Bar and Grill, Pier 1 Pizza and Mine Oyster, all of Boothbay Harbor. Each submitted a tasting and cocktail for the…

Boothbay Harbor House of Pizza quietly opened at 11 a.m. Aug. 19. Relying on social media and word of mouth to get the news out, the restaurant was bustling when the Boothbay Register arrived. The…

Boothbay Harbor House of Pizza quietly opened at 11 a.m. Aug. 19. Relying on social media and word of mouth to get the news out, the restaurant was bustling when the Boothbay Register arrived. The…

Sunday, Aug. 25

American Legion Post #36 is serving up another delicious, all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast from 7-9 a.m. at Sherman Hall. On the menu: hash, baked beans, blueberry and plain…

Miss Wiscasset Diner has closed, according to a Facebook post a representative of the 762 Bath Road business made Sunday.

“I would like to thank all of our customers and friends we’ve made…

The last time Southport summer resident Ginny Colburn saw son Ed Colburn get a ribbon was in his school years, in soccer. Then at 15 Water St., Wiscasset July 25, he used Wiscasset Area Chamber of…

The last time Southport summer resident Ginny Colburn saw son Ed Colburn get a ribbon was in his school years, in soccer. Then at 15 Water St., Wiscasset July 25, he used Wiscasset Area Chamber of…

Damariscotta River Grill
The walls at the Damariscotta River Grill transform to summer colors and images, exploring a number of themes and capturing the light and beauty of Maine. Three artists capture the essence of…

After months of preparation, the Water Street Kitchen and Bar, formerly Le Garage, in Wiscasset, is set to debut Thursday, June 27.

After a couple of days of soft openings with family…

After months of preparation, the Water Street Kitchen and Bar, formerly Le Garage, in Wiscasset, is set to debut Thursday, June 27.

After a couple of days of soft openings with family…

After months of preparation, the Water Street Kitchen and Bar, formerly Le Garage, in Wiscasset, is set to debut Thursday, June 27.

After a couple of days of soft openings with family…

After six months out of work, former Gov. Paul LePage is back among the state’s working class. LePage has joined wife Ann working at McSeagulls in Boothbay Harbor this summer. Ann LePage has…

After six months out of work, former Gov. Paul LePage is back among the state’s working class. LePage has joined wife Ann working at McSeagulls in Boothbay Harbor this summer. Ann LePage has…

Footbridge Brewery, Boothbay Harbor, Nick Ullo, Dan Pangburn

When it comes to Footbridge Brewery, a newcomer to the waterfront in Boothbay Harbor, co-owners Dan Pangburn and Nick Ullo have stuck to a tried-and-true business approach:

They’ve taken…

Footbridge Brewery, Boothbay Harbor, Nick Ullo, Dan Pangburn

When it comes to Footbridge Brewery, a newcomer to the waterfront in Boothbay Harbor, co-owners Dan Pangburn and Nick Ullo have stuck to a tried-and-true business approach:

They’ve taken…

Gus Pratt's restaurant, the "Alley," now in the hands of Linekin Bay Holdings, will rise again like a phoenix to become Cozy's Dockside,  a Southport Island restaurant with a sensational view. As…

Gus Pratt's restaurant, the "Alley," now in the hands of Linekin Bay Holdings, will rise again like a phoenix to become Cozy's Dockside,  a Southport Island restaurant with a sensational view. As…

 Douglas Houle

Art at the Grill’s summer season opens with a mixed media show, Monday, June 10. Damariscotta River Grill hosts Lonie Ellis, Douglas Houle and Rebecca Shorb, who share their experience of Maine…

 Douglas Houle

Art at the Grill’s summer season opens with a mixed media show, Monday, June 10. Damariscotta River Grill hosts Lonie Ellis, Douglas Houle and Rebecca Shorb, who share their experience of Maine…

Three enterprising young men have opened a new restaurant on Pier One in Boothbay Harbor called Taka Mediterranean Bar & Grill and they mean business!  A thousand tiny lights on the ceiling…

Three enterprising young men have opened a new restaurant on Pier One in Boothbay Harbor called Taka Mediterranean Bar & Grill and they mean business!  A thousand tiny lights on the ceiling…

Newagen Seaside Inn
Executive Chef Nathaniel Adam

Newagan Seaside Inn is excited to announce Nathaniel Adam as the Executive Chef at their onsite restaurant and bar, The Pub.

Born in Detroit, Michigan and raised in Bonita Springs, Florida…

The public is invited to enjoy a variation on the traditional New England bean supper when the Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) hosts a “Southwestern-Style” Bean Supper at the…

Jim Amaral

Damariscotta River Grill hosts its annual Photography Show featuring Jim Amaral, Jim Nyce and David Pinkham.  The exhibit will be on display  April 30 - June 10. The “Art at the Grill” opening…

Jim Amaral

Damariscotta River Grill hosts its annual Photography Show featuring Jim Amaral, Jim Nyce and David Pinkham.  The exhibit will be on display  April 30 - June 10. The “Art at the Grill” opening…

Last October, Dick and Anya Reid took a rare weekend away from their restaurant, The Thistle Inn, to celebrate their wedding anniversary. While in Boston, they started thinking if they ever wanted…

Last October, Dick and Anya Reid took a rare weekend away from their restaurant, The Thistle Inn, to celebrate their wedding anniversary. While in Boston, they started thinking if they ever wanted…

Damariscotta River Grill
Cheryl DiCara

Damariscotta River Grill hosts eight of the Sebascodegan Gallery Artists, a cooperative group of…

Damariscotta River Grill
Cheryl DiCara

Damariscotta River Grill hosts eight of the Sebascodegan Gallery Artists, a cooperative group of…

By popular demand, a second singles’ mixer has been planned and just in time for Valentine’s Day!

The next mixer will be held at the Newcastle Publick House upstairs lounge, 52 Main St.,…