Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce announced in its Nov. 26 newsletter:

The Chamber Christmas Tree(s) Raffle is happening now at Wiscasset Community Center. Thanks to our generous member donors, this year the Chamber is raffling off two live trees along with decorations and two Prize Packages of gift cards and items worth over $800 each

Raffle tickets are 1 for $2 or 6 for $10 and available at the WCC, the Chamber office, and The First Bank in Wiscasset.

Drawing will be held Dec. 10.

At the urging of selectmen, the town's economic development director and most residents who spoke, Wiscasset's planning board Nov. 24 did not make a policy of defining a recent survey as one from the last six months. Chair Karl Olson said the board has gone by six months for years, has waived it many times, and has to go by some timeframe because the ordinance only calls for the surveys to be "recent."

The more people within walking distance from Wiscasset village, the better for businesses, Code Enforcement Officer and Town Planner George Chase said Nov. 24.

Chase told the town's ordinance review committee, the village “really was designed to accommodate a considerable population. You can see it from the infrastructure and the sidewalks (that) run all over the place. I mean, it really is a great potential for the infill there … So if we can promote growth in the village district, then you know that's going to help support the downtown businesses."

The Edgecomb Planning Board Nov. 20 scheduled a public hearing on Glidden Oyster Farm Company's proposed expansion project. The company has submitted two proposals. One is for an oyster processing barn at 634 River Road. 

The board held a Nov. 15 site visit. On Nov. 20, the board reviewed the application and found it "ready for a public hearing"  without deciding whether the application was complete or incomplete.

The hearing is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 4 in the Edgecomb conference room.

The next Ocean on Tap is at Footbridge Brewery, 25 Granary Way in Boothbay Harbor on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.  Dr. Kara Gadeken, of the College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, will be speaking about her research on marine worms, their bizarre shapes, and the many roles they play in marine ecosystems.

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital is now accepting applications for its next Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program, which runs Jan. 5 through Feb. 12, 2026. Applications are due by Dec. 5. 

Honing goals to present to selectmen, Wiscasset's ad hoc economic development advisory committee Nov. 13 discussed if the committee or selectboard should decide the priorities among the nine goals. 

Newly picked Committee Chair Fred Quivey suggested finishing the goals, sending them on to the selectboard, "and ask the selectboard, 'Of the nine points, what (do) you see ... is the most important?' And ... what they say will be what we will focus on, and advise on."

Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest has become a destination for shoppers searching the Village shops for unique, well-made gifts. During the first full weekend in December, the small retail stores, galleries and ateliers in the Village are joined by a special marketplace in the historic Nickels-Sortwell barn on Federal Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. When visitors enter the barn, they are welcomed to a wonderland of creations by local artisans.

Lincoln Home staff and residents recently gathered to wish Jamie Baribeau well in his retirement and welcome Chef Shana York in her new role as culinary director.

Jamie brought great leadership and vision to the culinary team over the last five years, encouraging creativity in our chefs and bringing his commitment to serving healthy, locally sourced food.

The popular Bremen Library Wreath Sale Fundraiser will be taking place this month, in time for the winter holidays.

Looking for some good deals at great prices for everyone on your holiday list? Get yourself over to the Edgecomb Community Church Thrift Store, which is againoffering its Holiday Sales beginning on Saturday, Nov. 15 and continuing through to Saturday, Nov. 29.

The Wiscasset community is invited to welcome Santa to the Village when a Merry and Bright Light Parade drops the rotund fellow off at his workshop, 7 Lincoln St., on Friday, Dec. 5, around 5:45 p.m.

Mark your calendars and join Cape Newagen Farm on Southport for a special free Holiday Open Farm Day, a festive celebration for the whole family on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Drawing residents' praise and questions, Wiscasset selectmen Nov. 4 unanimously paused review of any proposals that involve tax-acquired properties.

"It's just an old time, warm feeling ... A lot of places have coffee or tea. A lot of people come out in pajamas ... It's like a throwback to how it used to be," when the retail holiday shopping season began around this time and not "a month ago," Allen "Big Al" Cohen said Monday about Wiscasset's annual Early Riser, a day of sales around town. The event returns this Saturday, Nov. 8.

Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest welcomes the winter holidays with three days of seasonal festivities. Truly a shopping destination, Marketfest also invites shoppers and revelers to enjoy family-friendly, affordable or free, and wonderful things-to-do on Friday, Dec. 5 through Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

With interest heating up in two areas Wiscasset owns, town staff are recommending the selectboard "pause" from putting on its agenda any proposals for those properties. The board will consider the pause Tuesday night, Nov. 4.

The agenda item reads: "To accept the Town staff recommendation to pause any further acceptance and discussion of any further tax-acquired property development proposals on future Selectboard meeting agendas until a comprehensive, transparent process for how any proposal is presented and evaluated, and how these parcels will potentially be developed." 

HospitalityMaine is proud to announce the creation of its Legislative Champion Award, recognizing lawmakers who demonstrate strong leadership and a deep understanding of the challenges Maine’s restaurants, hotels, and hospitality businesses face. The award honors those who ensure the industry’s voice is heard loud and clear in Augusta.

This year’s inaugural recipient is Representative Holly Stover of Boothbay.

Wiscasset's economic development advisory committee Oct. 23 talked possible goals, including supporting small businesses and, as part of that, "expanding business opportunities on (Route) 27 heading north."

Selectmen's liaison to the committee, Alissa Eason, suggested the Route 27 item, "based on our last year and a half's discussions ... We've talked about expanding sewage out that way, making (that area) more of a commercial area ..."

Nearly 120 local women gathered at Wanderwood in early October to support and celebrate the impactful work of local non-profits. After a social hour at the event, the names of three member-nominated area non-profits were drawn. Members heard details about the work being accomplished at Stepping Stones, Coastal Kids Preschool and Boothbay Regional Resource Council. After, the audience voted for Stepping Stones to receive the “Impact Donation” from 100+ Women Who Care, Lincoln County. As of Oct. 27, this donation totaled $14,889.