AUGUSTA (June 21, 2024)—Single-family existing homes across Maine were highly sought-after in May 2024. Realtors report that 1,180 homes changed hands last month, up 3.96%, and according to Maine…
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Schmid Preserve Advisory Board
The Schmid Preserve Advisory Board presented Bob Leone, past Schmid Advisory Board chairman, with two trail signs made by Joe McSwain, to recognize his trail design and construction on the Schmid…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will host its annual Family Fun Day Lobster Bake on Sunday, Aug. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. at Cider Hill Farm, 785 Main St., in Waldoboro.…
Folks in the Boothbay region already know what a community asset their local cinema is. Harbor Theater members also know what a great deal their discounted $8 tickets are. Starting July 1, their…
Obituary
Eugene C. “Gene” Stover Jr., 96, of Wiscasset passed away May 19, 2024, at Midcoast Hospital, Brunswick.
Gene was the eldest son of Eugene C. Sr. and Margaret E. (…
Instead of potentially costing more, as earlier predicted if Wiscasset tuitioned out its high school grades, it might instead save money – depending on some other figures still to be factored in,…
The Friends of the Wiscasset Public Library will once again host the annual Bands for Books on Labor Day at Lakehurst Lodge…
A January 911 call led to the discovery of a marijuana growing operation in Whitefield. On Jan 9, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Dep. Owen Beattie arrived at 34 Clover Lane on a 911 call which resulted…
In January, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office led six raids in Whitefield and Chelsea leading to the arrest of seven Chinese Nationals and one person summonsed in connection with an alleged illegal…
Wiscasset Fire Department is having a car wash this Saturday, June 22 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Wiscasset fire station on Route One.
If you haven’t completed the Comprehensive Plan Survey, there is still time to make your voice heard.
Participating in the survey is easy and…
The Lincoln County Courthouse parking lot in Wiscasset is getting a new retaining wall. For years, the current wall has need maintenance, but county officials couldn’t find a contractor interested…
To try to help ease school districts’ bus driver staffing issues, Midcoast Adult & Community Education (MACE) will offer bus driver training in…
Wiscasset selectmen
The further the next sewer plant is from the river, the more it would cost, Wiscasset Town Manager Dennis Simmons told selectmen June 18. He said town-owned and other sites, by a voluntary sale or…
Attendees celebrated James Weldon Johnson Day Monday, June 17 on Wiscasset Common with the introduction of a new plaque on the bench that memorializes the famed poet and Civil Rights advocate…
The Lincoln County Republican Committee headquarters is located on Route 1 in Damariscotta just east of the N.C. Hunt Kitchen Design Center. The hours, starting on June 20, will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will hold its next meeting Thursday, June 27,…
Obituary
Jean Luther Thompson, age 99, wife of the late R. Stuart Thompson, died June 13, 2024, just weeks shy of her 100th birthday, at her daughter’s home in Southport with her family by her side.
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The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 363 calls for service for the period of June 11 to June 18. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 5,750 calls for service.
Summonses
…Saturday, June 29, plan to spend an amazing day in beautiful Wiscasset. Spend part of your day at St. Philip’s Church, 12 Hodge St., where the traditional, family friendly, 70th Strawberry…
On June 17 at 11:56 a.m., Lincoln County Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a farm tractor accident on South Clary Road in Jefferson. Deputies responded to the…
Claw Down 2024
Claw Down 2024: What a night June 13 was! Delicious lobster bites prepared by incredibly talented chefs at Bristol Marine, the perfect location for any event: water and ship views outside, and…
If there was a theme for the ninth annual Fishin’ for Fashion, it would be “more:” more designers, more merchants, and even more to do!
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The Lincoln County Republican Committee’s next meeting is Wednesday, June 26 at the Safe Harbor Church in Waldoboro, 50 Mill St. Waldoboro. Doors open at 5:30 p.m…
Obituary
Harriet A. Larson, 81, of Wiscasset passed away on April 17, 2024.
She was born in Moultonborough, New Hampshire on Feb. 4, 1943. She graduated from Moultonborough High School. Harriet was…
Elections, Town Meeting, Committee appointments ... June is a busy month in municipal government! Hope you all are seeing more of your gardens than I am! Read on for some ways to help you put off…
Obituary
Kathryn Martus Harris, known to her loved ones as Kathy, passed away on June 14, 2024, at the age of 82.
She was born on Dec. 23, 1941, in Waterbury, Connecticut, and most recently resided…
Obituary
Dudley H. Leavitt Jr., 76, of Topsham passed away on June 15, 2024 at his home.
Dudley was born on July 19, 1947, a son of Dudley H. and Cora L. (Day) Leavitt Sr. In 1965 he graduated…
Curator Michael Olszewski began scouting artists last fall for his “Drawn to Maine: Contemporary Drawing and Printmaking” exhibit, currently on dual display along with “Paint It! Wiscasset,” at…
This spring marks the 45th anniversary of an extraordinary event hosted by the communities of Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor – a reenactment of preparations for the historic Penobscot Expedition. “…
On June 17, James Weldon Johnson Day at 11 a.m. in Wiscasset on the upper common in First Congregational’s front yard, there will be a tent and poetry and photography awards and some party food…
A Mass of Christian Burial for Jean Thompson, 99, of Southport, who died June 13, 2024, will be held on Monday, June 24 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace, Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Burial will…
Obituary
Judith Adams “Judy” Pinkham, 89, passed away peacefully at Lakewood Continuing Care in Waterville, Maine, where she had been a resident since 2021. She was the last Adams’ child to be born in the…
James Strohn Woodard of Boothbay passed away April 24, 2024, his 81st birthday.
An open house celebrating Strohn’s life will be held Thursday, June 27 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the…
The Wiscasset future of the schools ad hoc committee will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, June 17 in the town office meeting room and at …
On Saturday, June 1, Newcastle residents gathered at Lincoln Academy to discuss the local impacts of climate change.
Following a presentation about Maine’s changing…
To honor Edgecomb’s 250th birthday, the Schmid Preserve is offering an interesting new tour that invites visitors to learn about Edgecomb’s history by exploring remnants of the lost community at…
Wiscasset Elementary School’s next principal, Stacy Clements, always loved school and learning. So when picking a career, she chose teaching, she said June 13 in a phone interview from…
Maine Tasting Center, 506 Old Bath Road, Wiscasset will host the 2nd annual…
Analysis
To learn more about what went wrong with commonspace’s try at creating housing upstairs at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Wiscasset…
Obituary
Dr. Arthur Barnes died peacefully at his home in Stanford, California on Feb. 6, 2024.
Born on March 26, 1930, in Cleveland, Ohio, he began his musical life playing the piano at a young…
The New England Fellowship of Agricultural Adventurers presented Marge L. Kilkelly, of Dresden, Maine with the 2024 Agricultural Adventurers Award.
The award, sponsored by Eastern States…
Obituary
Roland G. McLellan, 84, of Trevett died peacefully on June 8, 2024 in Trevett, surrounded by loved ones.
Roland was born in Bath on Oct. 28, 1939, the youngest son of Albert and Dorothy (…
In his first meeting as an Edgecomb selectman, George Chase was appointed chairman. In his second, he resigned as chairman. On June 11, Chase decided the selectboard needed a chairman with more…
On Sunday, Aug. 11, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., Set for Success (S4S) will once again throw a lively, joyful event at Wiscasset Community Center to celebrate the community and its upcoming school year.…
Obituary
Nancy G. York, age 81, of Palermo, Maine died June 10, 2024, following a long illness.
She was born in Boston, Massachusetts on May 10, 1943, a daughter of the late Alan and Shirley (Gould…
Incumbents James Andretta, William “Bill” Maloney and Sarah Whitfield kept their selectboard seats June 11, while Jonathan Barnes and Tracey Whitney made school committee, in results Town Clerk…
On Saturday, June 15, from 3 to 5 p.m., the Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will host an open house to celebrate the grand opening of their seasonal campaign headquarters. The…
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 267 calls for service for the period of June 4 to June 11. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 5,387 calls for service.
Summonses
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Press release
The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea and the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services have partnered to identify and invite Korean War Veterans (Boots on the ground 1950-1953, and in country…
