MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital will move forward with a new regional model for women’s health services that preserves comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care in Damariscotta, expands local gynecologic services and transitions inpatient

At Woolwich selectmen's Aug. 5 meeting, Selectman Jason Shaw said he’d been in touch with Maine Department of Transportation officials who confirmed they’d meet with the selectboard to discuss a safety audit at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug.

In partnership with the Maine Native Plant Cooperative, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is hosting a native plant sale on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event will take place at Coastal Rivers Round Top Farm, located at 12 Round Top Lane in Damariscotta.

The Central Lincoln County (CLC) Ambulance Service Board of Directors met with members of the Miles Delivers Action Coalition at a special meeting on Monday, Aug. 3 to discuss how both organizations can support each other.

We all have busy lives, so perhaps you did not register your interesting vehicle for Saturday’s 13th annual OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show? It’s okay.

Wiscasset's commercial floats are in tough shape and Town Manager Dennis Simmons is doing something about it. Citing an exception to the town's purchasing policy, he has given Public Works Director Ted Snowdon the nod to go with Ocean's Edge Marine, the contractor that recently installed the town's new boat launch floats.…

Boothbay Railway Village Museum will host its highly anticipated annual Children’s Day this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. BRVM is located at 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay.

It’s been a big year for Lincoln Theater, as sesquicentennial years tend to be! The theater kicked off its 150th Anniversary celebration with cake and champagne and has been on the move ever since, raising funds, celebrating its history, and investing in its future.

There's still time to be part of one of the most anticipated fundraising events of the summer … but not much!

A voice familiar to many Mainers graced Southport Town Hall July 28 as award-winning journalist and beloved co-host of News Center Maine's "207" Don Carrigan shared stories about growing up in the Midcoast and the evolution of news reporting. The event was co-sponsored by the Southport and Boothbay Region Historical Soci…

Sunday, Aug. 16, from 1 to 3 p.m., Set for Success (S4S) will once again throw a spirited event at Wiscasset Community Center to celebrate the community and its upcoming school year. All Wiscasset’s students and their families are invited to pick up their teacher-recommended school supplies, as well as a red and black backpack to put t…

Lincoln County Sheriff Todd Brackett told Alna selectmen and other residents July 23, upping enforcement, including possibly via contract, would probably impact speeding in Sheepscot Village for a while. But he said traffic-calming can make a significant, long-term difference. 

Alna Third Selectman Coreysha Lothrop shared how Alna has funded a way to keep beavers from clogging culverts. 

During the month of August, Lincoln County Recovery Community Center will be collecting hygiene supplies throughout Lincoln County. All donated items will be distributed to those who may not have reliable access to these essential supplies. LCRCC appreciates the support in helping to improve the health, dign…

Midcoast Conservancy is pleased to announce it will be hosting the State of the Lake on Thursday, Aug. 20, 4-6 p.m., at the Jewell Lodge at Wavus Camp in Jefferson. 

The community is invited to Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District’s annual Banquet and Conservation Awards Celebration on Thursday, Aug. 13 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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The 21st annual Westport Island Shore Run 10K Road Race takes place this year on Sunday, Aug. 16 on bridge-accessible Westport Island. "Maine's Best Little 10K Road Race" had a great turnout in 2025 with over 60 runners and more than 15 participants in the "fun walk." It was our biggest turnout in the race's history!

Bands for Books 2025 was a wonderful event…

A night out at the theatre became an opportunity to nourish neighbors across the Midcoast when The Waldo Theatre partnered with Veggies to Table during its June production of “Don’t Dress for Dinner.” Through a silent auction and raffles held across the production’s four performances, the community raised $2,530 for V…

Organizers of the 13th annual OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show announced that “The Golden Gup” will be back to spin the old tunes for the show.

Elegant cakes, intriguing experiences, and a treasure trove of raffle items await the guests at Lincoln County Historical Association’s annual Preservation Party. The event, which takes place this year on Sunday, Sept.

With under two weeks to go, anticipation is building for the Boothbay Sea and Science Center’s (BSSC) inaugural Paddlepalooza on Linekin Bay! Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 8 (rain date: Sunday, Aug.

In celebration of our country's 250th anniversary, Maine Historical Society (MHS) is on the road with its Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration of Independence Statewide Tour through October. MHS is traveling to all 16 of the state's counties, and on July 24 and 25 the tour arrived in East Boothbay at Bigelow Laborato…

Stroll the sidewalks, stop in to artist-owned galleries, and visit shops throughout the Village during Wiscasset Art Walk on Thursday, July 30 from 4 to 7 p.m., for a self-guided tour of art, music and craft.

Cross Point Road in Edgecomb is hosting its annual 5-mile yard sale Saturday, Aug. 8, beginning at 8 a.m. and ending at 1 p.m. The Edgecomb Community Church will be the first stop on the road holding its annual yard sale and bake sale. The Thrift Store will also be open from 8 to 1 along with a bake sale and Busy Hands homemade items hos…