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Signing of bill naming Wiscasset crossing for James Weldon Johnson celebrated
On Tuesday, June 3, the Wiscasset Elementary School Chorus visited the Maine State House as guests of Sen. Rachel Talbot Ross, D-Portland, and Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol, who represents Wiscasset. The students performed the National Anthem in the Senate Chamber…
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Men's senior baseball league a hit for past high school stars
For most, baseball is played during childhood, and ends shortly after high school graduation. But for others, the game is extended into their adulthood. For 100 years, the Maine Pine Tree Senior League has provided baseball players an extended career. In 2025, the…
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School budget loses; Merrill, Hart top vote-getters for Wiscasset school committee
The four-way race for two Wiscasset school committee seats June 10 wound up close for three of the candidates. In results Town Clerk Linda Perry provided, Douglas Merrill got 243 votes, Christopher Hart 230, Laura Mewa 226 and Richard Lutes 83. Neither Jason…
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Wiscasset’s Class of 2025 graduates with love, thanks and heat
Programs and signs of support doubled as fans June 5 in a hot Stover Auditorium as Wiscasset Middle High School Class of 2025's families, friends and community waited to welcome the seniors down the aisle to graduate on stage. Speakers talked friendship, futures,…
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Wiscasset future of the schools committee reviewing subcommittees’ draft reports
According to draft subcommittee reports of Wiscasset's future of the schools committee, regionalization is feasible; teachers', voters' and the community's caring set Wiscasset apart; and, if the high school grades were tuitioned out, Wiscasset Middle High School…

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Joyce E. Faux

Joyce E. Faux

It is with…
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Cynthia F. Holbrook

Cynthia F. Holbrook

Cynthia Faye (Davis) Holbrook, 79, formerly of…
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George H. McEvoy

George H. McEvoy

It is with great sadness that the family of George…
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Michael J. Breen

Michael J. Breen

Michael James Breen passed away of natural causes…
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Sandra R. Griffin

Sandra R. Griffin

Sandra Griffin…
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Robert G. Marcus

Robert G. Marcus

Robert Gary Marcus, 63, of Wiscasset,…
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One of the big dance numbers in "Seussical the Musical" presented by the Y Arts Community Players March 28-30. LISA KRISTOFF/Boothbay Register

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Announcing the cast of 'Carousel'
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Celebrating 50 years of live musical performances at the Carousel Music Theater with the musical that gave…
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This week at the Lincoln Theater
"Jane Austen Wrecked My Life" opens Friday, June 20 at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"Black Panther" - (PG-13; 2 hours, 14 minutes) - In celebration of Juneteenth see film…
Boothbay Harbor's Grand Treasure Hunt kicks off June 22
A tidepool lesson on Burnt Island. Courtesy of Elaine Jones

Ahoy, Me Hearties! Join the Boothbay Harbor Treasure Hunt and ready yerselves to…
Ross Gaffney takes third in state track race walk
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The Boothbay/Wiscasset boys track & field team finished 24th June…
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"How To Train Your Dragon" opening Wednesday, June 18 at the Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"How To Train Your Dragon" - (1 hour, 56 minutes) - On the rugged isle of Berk, where…
UMaine Extension offers online equine speaker series covering topics across the lifecycle
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Coastal Rivers offers Wilderness First Aid certification course
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Coastal Rivers is hosting a two-day Wilderness First Aid…
The Waldo announces 'Spelling Bee' cast
'Spelling Bee' cast, back from left: back row: Kjirsten Flores, Eliana Goldberg, Merle MacFarlane, Honora Boothby, Rachael Schustermiddle, Cameron Kinney, Niall Lessard, Soren Barker; front: Anne Fanelli, Emily Sue Barker, Roosevelt Bishop, Imij Armstead. Missing: Joe Lugosch and Kimberly Nutt. Photo courtesy of Susan Hodder

The Waldo Theatre in Waldoboro has announced the cast of its upcoming community theatre…
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'Kevin Beers: On My Own' opening June 19
"Monhegan Town" - oil on canvas - Kevin Beers. Courtesy of Gleason Fine Art

Gleason Fine Art's 2025 season-opening show, "Kevin Beers: On My Own," begins on Thursday, June 19,…
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Zuriel Smith design chosen for T-shirt 2025
This year's event T-shirt design by Zuriel (Zuri) Smith.

This year’s Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta T’s and sweatshirt design is by Zuriel (Zuri…
Higgins, Gaffney named to MVC first team
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One Boothbay/Wiscasset boy and girl were named as Mountain Valley Conference first-team track…
Boothbay/Wiscasset girls track and field takes 5th in State meet
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The Boothbay/Wiscasset girls track and field team scored 49.24 points in…
Wiscasset Bay Gallery
'Monhegan and Its Circle of Artists' opens June 26
William E. Norton (1843-1916) "At Sea, 1876," oil on canvas, 10" x 16" at Wiscasset Bay Gallery, Wiscasset June 26-July 30.

Wiscasset Bay Gallery is celebrating its 41st year and the exhibition opening…
Claw Down 2025
Mine Oyster's 'De-Constructed Lobster Bake' wins Judge's Choice
Mine Oyster Chef/Owner Ralph Smith (third from left) and his team accepting their Judge's First Place award at the 2025 Claw Down June 12. LISA KRISTOFF/Boothbay Register

Mine Oyster won first place at Claw Down 2025 on June 12 amidst applause, shouting, whistles and…
Art at the Grill
New show features three Maine-based artists
This is one of the Doug Houle paintings in the new show opening at The Grill in Damariscotta June 23. Courtesy of Kim Traina

A new show opens June 23 at the Damariscotta River Grill featuring seasoned artists Sandy…
Comedian Paula Poundstone returns to The Strand
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Tickets are on sale now for comedian Paula Poundstone, who will bring her…
New organ is music to Wiscasset worshipers’ ears
Joel Pierce, the church’s music director, organist and choir director plays the church's current organ manufactured by the Estey Organ Company in 1909. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

After more than a century of making music, First Congregational Church of…
Steep Canyon Rangers return to Boothbay Opera House
The Steep Canyon Rangers. Opera House. July 18. Got tickets? Courtesy of Megan Feveryear

The Steep Canyon Rangers are excited to embark on their summer tour! They are head…
Wiscasset school committee
Policy, politics and percents
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With an eye toward safety, Wiscasset's school committee held off June 10 on nodding two policies. At…
Boothbay Harbor Country Club named Best Golf Course in Maine by Golf Digest
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Golf Digest has named Boothbay Harbor Country Club the best golf…
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On Wednesday, June 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. the next Ocean on Tap event will be held at Footbridge Brewery,…
Tai Chi Class at MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital to promote fall prevention and wellness
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Edgecomb seeking MMA advice on abandoned sailboat disposal
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Harbor Master Terry Stockwell reported May 27 on the discovery of an abandoned…

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Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 5 arrests
Sheriff's Department not interested in assisting ICE
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Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests
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Tides

Tuesday, 06/17
4:00 AM High 9.98`
10:12 AM Low 0.09`
4:44 PM High 9.35`
10:32 PM Low 1.11`
Wednesday, 06/18
4:53 AM High 9.82`
11:01 AM Low 0.13`
5:34 PM High 9.72`
11:29 PM Low 0.87`
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Tides

Tuesday, 06/17
3:38 AM High 9.40`
10:00 AM Low 0.09`
4:22 PM High 8.81`
10:20 PM Low 1.05`
Wednesday, 06/18
4:31 AM High 9.24`
10:49 AM Low 0.12`
5:12 PM High 9.15`
11:17 PM Low 0.82`
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Rockland Tides

Tuesday, 06/17
3:28 AM High 10.27`
10:00 AM Low 0.17`
4:13 PM High 9.55`
10:18 PM Low 1.30`
Wednesday, 06/18
4:22 AM High 10.14`
10:51 AM Low 0.20`
5:05 PM High 9.90`
11:17 PM Low 1.01`
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Belfast Tides

Tuesday, 06/17
3:32 AM High 10.75`
9:52 AM Low 0.25`
4:11 PM High 10.24`
10:14 PM Low 1.29`
Wednesday, 06/18
4:25 AM High 10.59`
10:41 AM Low 0.28`
5:03 PM High 10.55`
11:11 PM Low 1.01`
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Sheepscot Links results
A whole lotta wake'll be kicking up June 14
Boothbay/Wiscasset girls track & field places 9th at Freshmen Championships
Boothbay/Wiscasset boys finish 3rd at Central Maine Freshmen Championships
'The Goonies' matinee will raise funds for Burnt Island Summer Camp

Life

Sign up now for popular classes at the Maine Art Gallery
Pure Prairie League plays Boothbay Harbor July 6
SVRSU budget passes
Boothbay, Wiscasset 2025 adult ed graduation
Behind Closed Doors Tours of Castle Tucker

Work

Community Improvement Fund supports affordable housing in Lincoln County
Coastal Rivers hosting Trail Tamers 'After Hours' workday
Skidompha Book Shop extends hours
Woolwich selectmen reviewing snow plowing contracts
Foundation opposing big aquaculture to gauge Wiscasset’s interest in rules

Arts and Entertainment

MAG presents 'Fiore at 100: Maine Observed'
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BH Opera House: Roots band I Draw Slow
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