Woodhull and AKLA's conceptual design for a development at 257 Bath Road, Wiscasset. Courtesy of Woodhull

Lots of feedback for potential Route One, Wiscasset development

Concern, puzzlement, praise and hope were all aired Oct. 7 over a would-be 170-unit housing development on Route One, Wiscasset near Birch Point Road. Representatives of the potential project got the turnout they were hoping for in the public informational meeting…

WMHS school nurse charged after school with OUI resigns

Sommer Maybee’s resignation as Wiscasset Middle High School’s school nurse has appeared on the agenda for the Tuesday, Oct. 13 school committee meeting. As Wiscasset Newspaper has reported, Wiscasset police arrested Maybee under the last name of Harding a half…

A needle’s prick and everything after: Wiscasset family, school deal with Oct. 8 incident

It’s been a normal Thursday. You plan to leave the house in about an hour for Wiscasset Middle High School, to pick up your seventh grader. A Wiscasset student since kindergarten, he loves it at WMHS. He’s almost like the school mascot — everyone knows him and…

Public works not completely out as possible sewer plant site

The town-owned area near former power plant Mason Station is "kind of the focus at the moment, but it's not the be all to end all" for a sewer plant site, Wiscasset Town Manager Dennis Simmons said Oct. 6. "It's just where we're headed right now, because I do feel…

Boothbay has plans for a dog park

There may be a new dog park coming to a location near you. On Oct. 14, Boothbay Town Manager Dan Bryer announced negotiations with Boothbay Region Land Trust had begun for a dog park. The proposed location is at Cross River Preserve. "It came together…

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Maine Hospice Council ceases operations

After careful consideration and extensive evaluation of available resources, the Maine…

Coastal Rivers offers native plant seed collection workshop

Many seeds, like those of goldenrod flowers, are very visible on their stalks in late fall and easy to collect. Courtesy of Coastal Rivers

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is offering a free, hands-on native…

Samhain Gathering, Celtic New Year at Edgecomb Community Church Labyrinth

The labyrinth at Edgecomb Community Church. Courtesy photo

The Edgecomb Community Church is inviting any and all to a…

A Bird's Tale

When Opportunity Strikes

With their yellow legs and rusty brown upperparts, pectoral sandpipers look a bit like a larger version of the tiny least sandpiper. They breed in the Arctic but in migration favor shallow, grassy pools and muddy lake shorelines. Photo courtesy of Jeff Wells.

Envision birds migrating, let’s say hundreds or even a thousand feet overhead…

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2 weeks to go

Have you seen enough political commercials? Me, too. Turn on any TV program, from football games to egg-headed…

'Round Town

Damariscove

One of my favorite adventures, if you can call it that, has always been visits to Damariscove Island. It’s a pretty…

Woolwich selectboard incumbent Jason Shaw

Address: 918 Old Stage Road, Woolwich

Occupation: Treasurer/General Manager Jack…

Woolwich selectboard incumbent Allison Hepler

Address: 417 Montsweag Rd., Woolwich

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3 seek 2 Woolwich selectboard seats

Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3 at Woolwich Central School, town staff said.…

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WES first graders study owls

First grade at Wiscasset Elementary School has been learning all about owls in science. We have learned…

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WMHS performs ‘Robin Hood’ tale Nov. 13, 14

"The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood" by Mary Lynn Dobson will be performed in…

Take Two: Puttin’ on the Ritz

Take Two is a series from movie buffs Isabelle Curtis and Fritz Freudenberger to review entertainment options…

Opera House at Boothbay Harbor

Gingerbread House Building with Kevin Kiley

A Gingerbread Spectacular entry holiday seasons past.Courtesy of the Opera House

Aspiring architects, baking engineers, creative spirits–all are invited to attend the…

Letter to the editor

Seeking votes for reelection

Dear Editor:

As State Senator since 2022, I’ve worked to support legislation…

Letter to the editor

Ungrateful billionaires

Dear Editor:

I’m concerned! With tongue firmly in cheek, I ask, dear reader, why so few pro-Susan…

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Parent spotlight: PIE Chair Heather McArdle

Heather McArdle and her husband Scott have been together for over 17 years. They have three…

Letter to the editor

Lower taxes by voting Republican

Dear Editor:

Early voting has started and will end on Oct. 29. Mail in your…

Letter to the editor

Three big reasons to vote Democratic Nov. 3

Dear Editor:

On Nov. 3, whatever our party leanings, we must…

Letter to the editor

Maine needs Troy Jackson

Dear Editor:

Canvassing voters throughout Lincoln County has offered me the opportunity to visit with…

Letter to the editor

Out of control campaign financing

Dear Editor:

I am appalled by the amount of money that is spent on political…

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It's time to lead

Dear Edtior:

Power is out of balance in Maine and across the U.S…

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Farrin voting record: Equity and privacy in girls' sports

Dear Editor:

LD868, An Act to Ensure Equity and Safety…

First National Bank invites communities to share warmth through Hat & Mitten Drive

Vice President and Community Engagement Officer Michelle Curtis with hats and mittens. Courtesy photo

A warm hat or pair of mittens can make a meaningful…

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J. Edward Knight Insurance welcomes Kristy Cromwell to Boothbay Harbor team

J. Edward Knight Insurance, a leading provider of insurance…

Tides

Wednesday, 10/21
1:44 AM	Low	1.39`
8:16 AM	High	8.44`
2:01 PM	Low	1.82`
8:28 PM	High	9.05`

Thursday, 10/22
2:32 AM	Low	1.10`
9:02 AM	High	8.96`
2:53 PM	Low	1.26`
9:17 PM	High	9.35`

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No tide data available.

Rockland Tides

Wednesday, 10/21
1:31 AM	Low	1.29`
7:54 AM	High	8.75`
1:48 PM	Low	1.92`
8:02 PM	High	9.35`

Thursday, 10/22
2:19 AM	Low	1.05`
8:39 AM	High	9.23`
2:39 PM	Low	1.40`
8:51 PM	High	9.63`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Wednesday, 10/21
1:23 AM	Low	1.50`
7:42 AM	High	9.11`
1:43 PM	Low	1.98`
7:57 PM	High	9.72`

Thursday, 10/22
2:11 AM	Low	1.17`
8:29 AM	High	9.65`
2:33 PM	Low	1.39`
8:46 PM	High	10.07`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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