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Wiscasset Police Blotter June 10-16
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Eight arrests
Select board approves increase in ambulance rates
70 years of volunteers: Alna Volunteer Fire Department
Vandalism spree through ex-Alna town office puts sale plans on hold
Obituaries
Gail M. Andretta
Suzanne LaPlaca
Graveside funeral for Clark Jones
Memorial service for Walter H. Scott
Dorothy M. Patton
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WMHS Wolverine 2018-19 basketball
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Pemaquid Chapter DAR announces Good Citizen awards and folds flags for veterans
Congrats and thank you
Appreciate being re-elected
Pro death?
Clarifying article’s inaccuracies
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Call to artists: ‘Night and Day’ exhibition
At the theaters
Wiscasset Art Walk season opens June 27
Cozy’s Dockside now open
Plein Air Painting Day at Castle Tucker
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Tai Chi and Qigong health benefits: Cognition
Wiscasset Art Walk season opens June 27
Pizza donor appreciated
Wiscasset Public Library Used Book Room sale
Lomonte: State’s response ‘excellent’ to WMHS meningococcal disease case
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Plein Air Painting Day at Castle Tucker
34th annual Boothbay Harbor Lobster Boat Races
Midcoast Conservancy’s Love the Lake Regatta July 20
Wolverines earn fifth MPA Sportsmanship Award
Get revved up! It’s lobster boat racing season!
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Wiscasset Public Library Used Book Room sale
Maine high schoolers spend week as ocean researchers
Robert Mitchell’s new calendar has 20-20 vision
Alna, Tidewater follow through with grant request
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Friends of Wiscasset Village float ‘Orange Barrel Festival’
Friends of Wiscasset Village on June 14 floated the possibility of an “Orange Barrel Festival” to celebrate the construction process. They discussed holding it later this summer when most of the striped barrels will be gone. There was discussion of connecting the festival with an already planned...
Tai Chi and Qigong health benefits: Cognition
Tai chi and qigong have health benefits above and beyond physical functioning. Studies show this gentle form of exercise also boosts brain health. When engaged in the moving meditation of tai chi and qigong, we are using multiple areas of our brain at one time to plan, sequence and execute precise...
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River Arts
Call to artists: ‘Night and Day’ exhibition
River Arts in Damariscotta announces a call to artists for the July show. Artists may submit up to three works for jurying into “Night and Day.” Participants are invited to respond to the theme to reflect their own interpretations. The deadline for entry is Saturday, July 6 at 4 pm. Portland Press...
Wiscasset Police Blotter June 10-16
For the week ending June 16, Chief Larry Hesseltine reported the following activity:
Accidents
On June 10, Officer Cory Hubert responded to a crash on Route 1 approximately 500 feet North of Old Ferry Road. A 2017 Toyota operated by Belva Horn, 73, of Freeport was passing a...
Pemaquid Chapter DAR announces Good Citizen awards and folds flags for veterans
The monthly meeting of the Pemaquid Chapter took place at the Lincoln Home Library, June 11 at 11 a.m. Regent Audrey Miller welcomed Associate Members Nancy Dean and Shirley Peverly, and members Eleanor O’Donnell, Barbara Belknap, Miriam Buckley, Diane Randlett, Sara Fahnley and new member,...
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Gun Show June 22-23; Swap,...
American Legion Post #36
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: Eight arrests
Sheriff Todd Brackett reports the following: The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 305 calls for service between June 11 and June 18. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 7,523 calls for service. Summonses Olivia T. Coniam, 23, of Alna was issued a summons June 11 for Domestic Violence...
At the theaters
HARBOR THEATER
185 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor ~ 633-0438 ~ www.boothbaycinema.org
Now open seven days a week, nightly at 7, plus Sunday at 2 p.m.
“The Biggest Little Farm”
- A testament to the immense complexity of nature, The...
Energy, Technology and Utilities Committee
Study for public utility moves forward
A study that will consider the pros and cons of consolidating Central Maine Power and Emera into a single consumer-owned utility has received approval from the Energy, Utilities and Technology Committee. The new entity, if it happens, would be called the Maine Power Delivery Authority. The study...
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Obituary
Gail M. Andretta
Gail Marie (Grover) Andretta, 58, of Wiscasset, Maine, passed away while surrounded by loved ones after a long fought battle with lung cancer. She passed on June 11 at 10:58 a.m. in Brunswick, Maine, at the Bodwell House. She was born Sept. 16, 1960 in Boothbay Harbor to Elaine (Merrill) Grover and...
Cozy’s Dockside now open
Gus Pratt's restaurant, the "Alley," now in the hands of Linekin Bay Holdings, will rise again like a phoenix to become Cozy's Dockside, a Southport Island restaurant with a sensational view. As before, the restaurant perched on the shore of Cozy Harbor promises to be a draw for people to meet and...
Mills signs single-use plastic bag ban
Gov. Janet Mills has signed the single-use plastic bag ban into state law, after the Senate passed the measure last week. The law takes effect April 22, 2020, Earth Day. The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Holly Stover (D-Boothbay), was concerned about plastics in the marine environment. Retailers’ groups...
Woolwich
Select board approves increase in ambulance rates
The Woolwich Select Board on Monday night unanimously approved new rates for the town’s ambulance service. The increase will bring the town more in line with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, said Chairman David King Sr. EMS Director Brian Carlton recommended the change. Woolwich EMS becomes...
Alna selectmen
Alna mulls Wiscasset transfer station issues
If you don’t live in Wiscasset, Alna, or Westport Island, but you pay property taxes there, should you get to take trash to the Wiscasset transfer station? And should summer populations be figured into towns’ shares? Those issues and some old and new ideas to address them came up June 12 when Alna...
Town meeting
Westport Island to decide on roadwork, more June 22
Westport Island voters face a $465,000 question at the annual town meeting Saturday, June 22 at Town Hall, 1217 Main Road. The meeting starts at 9 a.m. According to the warrant at westportisland.us , the road committee and selectmen propose raising $350,000 to pave Doggett, Haskell, Lord and North...
Plein Air Painting Day at Castle Tucker
Join artist Jennifer Linskey on Thursday, June 27th for a day of painting and drawing at historic Castle Tucker. Unleash your inner artist! The view is fabulous and the house is a fascinating Maine treasure. Beginners are welcome. The day begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. Enjoy the day and...
Sheepscot Valley Children’s House
Pizza donor appreciated
Thanks to Pier One Pizza in Boothbay Harbor, Sheepscot Valley Children’s House (SVCH) received nearly 160 free pizzas throughout the school year. Not only did this pizza donation support all of the special events of 2018-2019, it also allowed the kids to have a fun pizza lunch each week. In...
Obituary
Suzanne LaPlaca
Suzanne “Suzi” LaPlaca, 60, of Edgecomb and Boothbay Harbor passed away May 21, 2019 with family by her side. Per her request, there will be no funeral service. Instead there will be a gathering of family and friends later this summer at Barrett’s Park. Suzi leaves behind a daughter, Angela M...
letter to the editor
Congrats and thank you
Dear Editor: Congratulations to Katharine Martin-Savage and Jeff Slack on their election to the Board of Selectmen. I wish them and the entire board a productive year. I’d very much like to thank those who encouraged me to run, those who expressed their confidence in my ability to serve, those who...
letter to the editor
Appreciate being re-elected
Dear Editor: My heartfelt thanks to all of the Wiscasset residents and friends whose votes and support made my re-election to the Board of Selectmen possible. The board will be facing many challenges and I believe they will be met with careful deliberation and determination. With the able...
letter to the editor
Pro death?
Dear Editor: The Maine State Legislature has recently passed LD820, LD1261 and LD1313. LD820 requires that specific abortion services must be funded by the state. LD1261 allows a physician assistant or an advanced practice registered nurse to perform abortions. LD1313 legalizes physician assisted...
letter to the editor
Clarifying article’s inaccuracies
Dear Editor: After reading the article covering Dr. Jennie Marvelle and her new service to provide alternative medicine, acupuncture, to the local pet population, I felt compelled to respond and clarify a few inaccuracies put forth in the article. From the first sentence, the article portrays Dr...
Lomonte: State’s response ‘excellent’ to WMHS meningococcal disease case
Wiscasset Middle High School Principal Charles Lomonte on June 13 praised the state’s handling of a student’s confirmed case of meningococcal disease. And he said the school’s thoughts and prayers are with the student and their family for a speedy recovery. Citing confidentiality, Lomonte’s reply...
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Bluegrass with Mile Twelve in July
Mile Twelve is a fresh, hard-driving young band walking the line between original and traditional bluegrass. Banjo luminary Tony Trischka says, “Mile Twelve is carrying the bluegrass tradition forward with creativity and integrity.” Fast gaining recognition for their outstanding performances in...
Graveside funeral for Clark Jones
A graveside funeral service for Clark Jones of Wiscasset will be held at Greenlawn Cemetery on Saturday, June 22 at 11 a.m. for family and friends.
Memorial service for Walter H. Scott
A memorial service for Walter H. “Scotty” Scott of Boothbay Harbor, who died April 22, will be held on Saturday, June 29 at 2 p.m. at the Boothbay Harbor Congregational Church, with a reception to follow in the fellowship hall.
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WinsMor Garage Door Co.is offering a 8x7 or 9x7 insulated steel raised panel door with a 1/2 HP...
Deck Bar & Grill - Dinner
Linekin Bay Resort
6/18
The Deck Bar & Grill is OPEN for the season - join us for Dinner!
The Pub - Join us for Dinner
Newagen Seaside Inn
6/18
The Pub An Authentic & Historic Boothbay Harbor Restaurant Looking for an oceanfront restaurant...
THE WEIGHT BAND featuring members of The Band and the Levon Helm Band
6/18
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Cod’s Head Fish House & BBQ
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COD’S HEAD Friday: 7 am - 9:00 Saturday: 7 am - 9 pm Sunday: 7 am - 9 pm Monday: closed Tuesday:...
Midcoast Escape Rooms
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Looking for fun and adventure?? Then head to Midcoast Escape Rooms at 281 Main Street in...
STRAND ON THE AIR: Summer Fun Special on July 7
6/18
Event Date:
Sun, Jul 7 - 5:00 pm
Join us for Strand On The Air: Summer Fun Special, the latest live radio variety show produced by...
Wiscasset Public Library Used Book Room Sale!
Wiscasset Public Library
6/18
Join us Saturday, June 29th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for half priced books in the cooking, decorating...
Midcoast Escape Rooms
Midcoast Escape Rooms
6/17
Looking for something fun to do then Midcoast Escape Rooms is for you!! Please join us for an hour...
Gun Show June 22-23; Swap, Sell or Trade!
American Legion Post #36
6/17
Midcoast Events is sponsoring a gun show at the American Legion Post #36, 25 Industrial Park,...
Island Inspiration: Monhegan’s Art Colony, 1895–2000
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WPL and MAG partner to bring program to Wiscasset
Wiscasset Public Library
6/15
Everett Webber brings “Greek Mythology and Interpretations Through my Paintings” to Wiscasset...
Join us for Sunday Breakfast June 16, 7-9 AM!
American Legion Post #36
6/15
Mark your calendars and join us for a delicious breakfast, Sunday, June 2, 7-9 AM @ The American...
6/17: Summer in Maine Slide Show at The Lincoln Home
The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees
6/14
Join Freeport’s Michael Perry Monday, June 17, from 3:00 - 4:00pm for an exhilarating slide show...
6/24: Learn About the History of Waldoboro at The Lincoln Home
The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees
6/14
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Mon, Jun 24 - 3:00 pm
Join Jean Lawrence on Monday, June 24, from 3:00-4:00pm to learn about the history of Waldoboro...
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American Legion Post #36
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