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AUGUSTA — After a delay in releasing updated data by the promised deadline, the Maine CDC has updated its list, May 24, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,055…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, May 24, an additional COVID-19 death in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 78. 

The individual was a resident of York County and…

The Lincoln County Republican Committee (LCRC) will hold their monthly meeting at their headquarters, 241 US Highway 1, Damariscotta, on June 3. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m.; the meeting will…

As COVID-19 continues impacting towns’ budgeting, Alna Treasurer Amy Stockford told selectmen via Zoom May 20, depending on when and if voters do a second round of spending, a second tax bill…

Where in the world is Pastor Josh Fitterling? He’s asking anyone who will listen – to the clues on his videos to help raise money for Habitat for Humanity. 

Fitterling is part of Team…

Fake checks are the darlings of many scam artists, from bogus lottery winnings, fake employment opportunities, to phony grant awards. Whatever the story, the scam artist sends you…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, May 23, an additional two COVID-19 deaths in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 77. 

Both individuals were residents of…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 23, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 2,013 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

Plans leading up to the Dedication Ceremony of the Veterans Plaza in Brunswick this fall continue to progress. The Town of Brunswick has selected award winning Atlantic Landscape Construction of…

AUGUSTA — In accordance with directives from the President, Governor Janet Mills ordered Friday the United States and State of Maine flags be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Sunday…

AUGUSTA – Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap is now accepting public comment

Wiscasset Middle High School is proud to announce the five seniors in the Class of 2020 who have earned the distinction of being a “Top Scholar.”  To be recognized as a “Top Scholar,” a senior…

Maine CDC corrects death toll data

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, May 22, an additional two COVID-19 deaths in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 75. 

One individual was a resident of Kennebec…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 22, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,948 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

Mary Ellen Barnes, executive director of the Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission, was elected chair of United Way’s Board of Directors at the organization’s annual meeting Wednesday, May…

The Maine Community Foundation announced that the Boothbay Region YMCA Child Enrichment Center and the Boothbay Region Food Pantry were among the 130 recipients of COVID-19 Response Fund Grants…

Edgecomb’s Karen Potter had just gotten home from work at Dan’s Automotive in Boothbay Harbor Thursday when the family’s Labradors, on the deck, started barking.

“We’re like what’s that?…

For the first time, Sheepscot Valley Regional School Unit 12 voters might decide the budget without first having the open meeting where they can alter it, Superintendent of Schools Howard Tuttle…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 21, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,877 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

On May 18, Lincoln County Courthouse’s doors opened to the Registries of Deeds and Probate for people who made appointments. The courts are open Mondays,…

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is pleased to announce that it will open to the public Monday, June 1. Gardens have long been places of healing, tranquility, and beauty — especially during times…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 20, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,819 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

Obituary

Robin E. Anderson of Thomaston passed on with the caring support of The Sussman House in Rockport on May 16, 2020 after an arduous journey with lung cancer.

She was born in Bath, Maine on…

Think it sounds like a great gig to wrap your car with advertisements for money? It turns out that these offers can be perfect opportunities for scammers to steal your money. When you sign up,…

On behalf of two local organizations, Central Lincoln County (CLC) YMCA and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust (Coastal Rivers), Colby & Gale initiated a fundraising campaign to…

The Wiscasset Select Board rescheduled the annual town meeting and election for Tuesday, Sept. 8, canceled the Fourth of July parade and fireworks, and approved a proposed ambulance contract with…

With 70% of the town’s annual budget dedicated to education, Edgecomb selectmen are concerned how the new contract the teachers union and school committee have will impact taxpayers in the years…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, May 19, an additional three COVID-19 deaths in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 73.  

The individuals were residents of…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 19, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,741 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

Selectmen resume budget work

The Woolwich Select Board reopened the town office to the public and resumed work on the 2020-2021 budget Monday afternoon. If COVID-19 restrictions on public gatherings are lifted, the annual…

Boothbay Region High School

Thanks to Boothbay Region High School alumna and Seahawk track legend Angel Ames,

The warm weather has arrived and with it Boothbay Region Land Trust (BRLT) is moving ahead with a number of planned stewardship improvements across its preserves. Last October, as part of land…

In their latest UberConference call, Westport Island selectmen on Monday mulled a possible June return to in-person meetings, with COVID-19 precautions.

First Selectman George Richardson…

Boothbay Region High School

After they responded to a survey, Boothbay Region High School seniors will come together at 2 p.m. June 5 for a full graduation ceremony. Principal Tricia Campbell and Dean of Students Allan…

The following businesses will not open for summer 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Business owners who wish to be listed may send an email, with or without an explanation, to…

American Legion Post 54 of Wiscasset is asking people not to attend a Memorial Day wreath-laying and instead view a video recording of it on Facebook or stop by the veterans wall later to view the…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, May 18, an additional COVID-19 death in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 71.  

The individual was a resident of Cumberland…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 18, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,713 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

In response to CDC directives and guidance regarding COVID-19, the Honor Flight Network has advised all hubs to suspend Honor Flight travel, nation-wide, through Aug. 31, 2020.

Honor…

Obituary

Greg A. Hodgdon, 48, of Fellowship Drive, Woolwich died on May 16, 2020.

He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on Feb. 13, 1972, a son of Paul K. and Linda M. (Bollich) Hodgdon.

Greg…

Obituary

On May 12, 2020, Debora Peters, loving wife, mother of three children, and grandmother of three, passed away suddenly at age 60.

Debora was born on March 9, 1960 in Boothbay Harbor, Maine…

“Gov. Mills’ announcement made it a whole new ball game,” said Janson’s Clothing Store owner Betty Jeanne Maddocks in response to Gov. Janet Mills’ decision to move up the opening date for non-…

Obituary

Jesse Owen, 57, passed away peacefully at home in Boothbay on May 12, 2020.

Born on Aug. 9, 1962 in Boothbay Harbor he was the son of the Judith (Giles) Owen and the late Philip Owen.…

The Lincoln Arts Festival Board of Directors regrets to announce it will not be holding its scheduled events for July and August 2020. The July events scheduled at the Congregational Church of…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 17, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,687 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

Retired Lincoln County Planner Robert Faunce advised Alna’s planning board May 12 to adopt bylaws as soon as possible. Noting the Zoom session had almost 40 attendees, Faunce told the board: “So I…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has announced, May 16, an additional COVID-19 death in the state, bringing the state’s COVID-19 death toll to 70.  

The individual was a resident of Cumberland…

AUGUSTA — The Maine CDC has updated its list, May 16, of COVID-19 cases in the state of Maine.

Today, there are 1,648 confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases across the state, including 1,…

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is launching a food preservation webinar series Tuesday, May 26, at 2 p.m. The weekly series continues through Oct. 27. 

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The Boothbay Region YMCA will host American Red Cross blood drives on Thursday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday, July 16, 1 to 6 p.m. Both will be held in the YMCA’s field house. The blood…