Looking to get more local fruits and vegetables on a limited income? With support from Maine…

The Lincoln County Republican Committee (LCRP) announced the opening of its headquarters, located at 15 Courtyard Lane in Damariscotta (above the Salt Bay Café and across from the Best Thai…

The Lincoln County Democrats are holding A Treat For Two raffle. The winner and one guest will take part in the Sea Farm Supper at the…

After several months’ planning, the Lincoln County Recovery Collaborative will sign a memorandum of understanding, joining the efforts of Lincoln County’s law enforcement agencies and addiction…

Donald H. Smith, 70, of Wiscasset died July 7, 2016 at Maine General in Augusta, surrounded by his family.

He was…

The American Red Cross has thousands of Good Samaritans and one Jack Sarmanian. The 78-year-old retired social worker has provided his counseling services as a Red Cross Volunteer since 2010.

Join the experts on Thursday, July 30, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., for a workshop on Women and Our Woods, an informative and interactive program dedicated to empowering…

The night before boarding a plane to Colorado Springs, Aleeya Jones, 13, was excited July 6 to be moving into her highest level of training yet in the sport she loves, volleyball. But she said she…

We invite the public to join us Monday, July 18, 3 to 4 p.m to hear Jean Lawrence, president of Waldoboro Historical Society, share the significance of 1742, 1773…

The Lincoln Home hosts special guest artist Polly Steadman,…

Members of the Dresden Budget Review Committee presented selectman on Monday, July 11 with a draft policy proposal that if approved would limit the unspent funds that could be carried over from…

Neighbors of the Stepping Stones low-income housing development on Hodgdon Street in Damariscotta turned out in force on July 11 to voice their opposition to the site plan review under…

OK guys, I’m going to apologize before I even start this week because what I’m about to tell you could ruin your resolve to lose weight for your summer attire. Be forewarned.

The Wiscasset Police Department can keep a used police cruiser. The 2008 Ford Crown Victoria won’t be turned over to the Wiscasset Municipal Airport as selectmen had planned.

On Tuesday…

Wiscasset is trying to sell the harbor’s boat after determining it would cost $10,000 to $11,000 to fix. But it turns out the boat hadn’t been declared surplus property before it was listed for…

William “Billy” Burton Latter, 79, died peacefully at his home on July 12, 2016.

Billy was born on August 16, 1936 to Richard Mitchell Latter Sr. and Mary…

It's blue skies ahead for Coastal Enterprises' (CEI) next move to tap the sun for energy at Deer Ridge Apartments. A project to add more solar trackers met with no resistance, passing unanimously…

On the off chance anyone thinks Wiscasset is lacking for interesting, new shops or galleries, it isn't.

There are new businesses (…

During the 52nd anniversary of Antique Auto Days on July 16 and 17, you'll see dozens of classic, vintage, antique, hot rods, muscle cars and much more all parked…

Everyone who loves their pets wants to be reassured that they're in the best care possible when they can't care for them themselves.

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A November 8 ballot initiative calling for closing of current loopholes in the law requiring background checks on gun purchasers in Maine will be the topic at the next meeting of…

On June 30, the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development Agency awarded Goranson Farm of Dresden a $2,939 grant to purchase and install a reverse osmosis system. After…

Ecomaine, Maine’s pioneer of single-sort recycling, is now processing the recycling and trash generated by Woolwich residents. That means the town and schools can…

District 6 District Attorney Geoffrey Rushlau has been D.A. for the four-county coastal area, including Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox, and Waldo counties, for six terms, making him one of the longest…

Come with your pets to Edgecomb Community Church, UCC, for our annual community Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, July 17 at 9:30 a.m…

When David Hughes was about 3, his mother discovered he liked the water. “He would want to go to the pool, and dive, and go under the water.”

It was awful for her. She had never learned to…

For all of her teaching, coaching and other experience, Mandy Lewis said being a good listener may be one of the biggest helps in her new job as Wiscasset schools’ first districtwide assistant…

On Saturday, July 9, at 5:55 p.m. Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputies and an animal control officer responded to Old County Road in Bristol on a report of a dog being shot. The dog’s owner,…

Stuart H. “Sonny” Bailey, 91, of Woolwich and a former winter resident of Tampa, Florida, died July 5, 2016 after a 23-year battle with heart disease.

Saturday’s rainy weather was perfect for curling up with a good book. Anyone who ventured to the Books in Boothbay event, presented by the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and the Boothbay Railway…

Dr. Stella Clifford Gray, 96, of East Boothbay, died peacefully on May 31, 2016. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 5 p.m. at the East Boothbay Methodist Church, Two…

On a warm summer’s day at the end of June, Stephanie Berry peacefully ended her lifelong battle with depression. She separated from her only child, William, her friend and former husband, Tom, and…

A licensed Reiki therapist is considering opening a treatment center in Edgecomb. Jenna Alphonse, a Plymouth, Massachusetts native, moved to Maine recently with her boyfriend and is looking to set…

Arthur Russell Delano Jr. died July 5, 2016 at his home.

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Theresa Evelyn (Dutile) Call of Waterville, Maine, formerly of Northfield, Massachusetts and Lemoyne, Nebraska, died with her daughters by her side on July 2, 2016.

She was born February 1,…

Dresden held its 11th annual Summerfest on Sunday, July 10 during a midday break between rain showers that kept many fairgoers away. The event was held at the Pownalborough Courthouse.

A…

Following voter approval to construct Westport Island’s sand and salt shed, selectmen George Richardson Jr. and Jerry Bodmer met with Jonathan DeWick, Pine Tree Engineering project manager, and…

Sally Ann Sherman died peacefully on July 8, 2016 at Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick, Maine. She was a lifelong resident of Boothbay and made her home on Barters…

Maine waters are being invaded!  As with a serious illness, early detection is key; the earlier the introduced invader, such as Eurasian water-milfoil or zebra…

On Thursday, July 14, a public meeting is being held at the Bath City Hall Auditorium from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Chuck Piper from Sundog Solar will review…

Emergency responders rescued four people after a 23-foot Sea Ox skiff struck rocks nearshore at Spruce Point just after midnight on July 9.

Boothbay Harbor Police Chief Bob Hasch said police…

Lincoln County Animal Shelter in Edgecomb will host a Summer Lovin' adoption event on Saturday, July 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 pm. at the shelter on Atlantic Highway…

A dermatologist for 30 years, Dr. Ronald Rovner spends most of his daylight hours examining and diagnosing cancers and other skin ailments.

But after hours he does something that has nothing…

The summer is well underway and so are the Lincoln County Historical Association’s (LCHA) events.  All three LCHA historic sites are now open for the season: Chapman-Hall House in Damariscotta and…

Martha L. Shepard, 88, of Topsham, Maine died peacefully on July 3, 2016 of natural causes. She was a long term resident of The Highlands.

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Jean Conte, instructor, is starting her new session of dog training classes July 12 at the Central Lincoln County YMCA, Business Route 1, Damariscotta. There are still positions open.

Have…

Have you visited the Frances Perkins Homestead in Newcastle yet? There are three opportunities this summer to enjoy guided tours of this National…

Wiscasset’s firefighters on July 6 told Town Manager Marian Anderson the issues some of them have with the town’s move to direct deposit-only for paychecks.

Some said they preferred deciding…