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. 

Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest is scheduled for Dec. 5, 6 and 7. The charming historic Village of Wiscasset will be decorated for the season by some remarkably busy elves. The unique shops and galleries will be welcoming new and returning shoppers during three days of …

Dennis Levesque vividly recalls the day he saw his first ray of hope in his fight against cancer. 

The Center for Teaching and Learning, a Pre-K–8 independent school in Edgecomb, recently welcomed Maine’s Secretary of State Shenna Bellows. 

Budget Committee member Joe McSwain made a direct request Nov. 12 to Edgecomb selectmen. He wanted the board to provide guidance in making budget recommendations for the 2026-27 fiscal year. "A couple years ago, you gave us a range, or not to exceed a certain figure. I'd like you to do that, again. That way, whatever…

Please join us Saturday, Dec. 6  for a day of art, crafts, and local goods at the Edgecomb Eddy Artisan and Vendor Show! Featuring over 40 local artists and vendors, come meet the makers, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. You're sure to find unique gifts for the holiday season. 

Free entry, free raffle! Food will be available to pur…

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 serv…

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, our newspaper will be printed on Monday, Nov. 24.

When Wiscasset's William Cossette Jr. took a special trip for veterans last summer, he took a photo of fellow American Legion Post 54 member Wally Pitcher with him. Pitcher was supposed to go with him on the Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C. area sites that honor veterans. "He died two weeks before" the tri…

American Legion Post 54 and attendees Tuesday, Nov. 11 observed Veterans Day in a ceremony at the veterans wall at Routes One and 27 in Wiscasset. More coverage of the morning's observance will follow at wiscassetnewspaper.com and in the Nov. 20 print edition.

The Edgecomb Planning Board will take a closer look at a proposed oyster processing facility Nov. 15 with a site walk of 637 River Road. Owner Ryan McPherson is looking to expand his Glidden Point Oyster Farm operation on River Road with two proposals.

There may be great white sharks in Maine waters, but that doesn’t mean the plot of "Jaws" is likely to unfold. That was one of the main takeaways from the Nov. 6 public forum on regional shark management hosted by the Department of Marine Resources (DMR)’s Matt Davis, marine scientist, and Corrin Flora, marine resources management coordinator. …

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.

A Thanksgiving food distribution for anyone in need will be held at St. Philip's Church, 12 Hodge St. in Wiscasset, on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

It looks like Alna's share of replacing Ben Brook Bridge on Egypt Road will run about $41,000, versus the $167,000 once thought, Second Selectman Steve Graham said Nov. 6.

In the fall of 1960, Walt Gorneau was the captain of the Hallowell High School football team. For the first 18 years of his life, tackling a ball carrier, hitting a pitch or shooting a basketball played a pivotal role in his life. Gorneau was a natural three-sport athlete and he co-captained the Hallowell baseball and baske…

The combined efforts of Woolwich officials, including the selectboard, first responders and Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Department, were successful in getting Maine Department of Transportation to return a rumble strip to Route One. Rather than wait until next spring, highway officials instead had the modifications done no…

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

The Blaine House Commission, in collaboration with the Maine Arts Commission, invites Maine artists to submit existing three-dimensional sculptural works for acquisition and installation on the west lawn of the Blaine House, the historic residence of Maine’s governor.

This new public artwork will:

* Honor t…

"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…

Rev. John Hogue, pastor of First Congregational Church of Wiscasset, will reach back into history in his sermon on Nov. 9, as he recounts the story of four chaplains. 

It was another successful Nightmare on Federal Street for Wiscasset Oct. 31 with the annual parade, food and other festivities. Our thanks to photographer Bob Bond of 40 Federal Studio for these moments from the event. 

Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers recorded in October:

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.

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 he…