An article to replace funding for Patten Free Library in Bath with a plan to buy library cards for residents who can’t afford one was eventually passed by a show of hands after the town had run out of paper ballots. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

Woolwich decides against funding Patten Free Library

Woolwich voters trimmed $71,506 from the town’s $2.83 million budget by choosing not to fund Patten Free Library. Three votes were required to settle the matter Wednesday night, April 29, the yays to end funding narrowly outnumbering nays at the annual…

WMHS Class of 2026’s ‘Top Scholars’

Wiscasset Middle High School is pleased to announce the three seniors in the Class of 2026 who have earned the distinction of being a “Top Scholar." To be recognized as a “Top Scholar," a senior must hold a cumulative (four-year) grade point average of 3.5 or…

Ballot clerks count ballots at the annual town meeting on a motion concerning library funding. PHIL DI VECE/Wiscasset Newspaper

Woolwich to reconsider Patten Free Library funding in special town meeting

Woolwich selectmen will hold a special town meeting next month for voters to reconsider funding for Patten Free Library in Bath. “From a legal standpoint we did nothing wrong,” said Chairman David King Sr., adding, on the advice of Maine Municipal Association…

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Time to count alewives in Woolwich

As spring comes to coastal Maine, it brings with it the return of alewives to Nequasset Lake and the start of the annual Nequasset alewife count.  Counting alewives is an exciting way to celebrate spring, take part in one of the world's great migrations, and help…

Wiscasset selectmen

Wormfest seeks to hook June 13 date, other plans

Wormfest year three is planned in detail, from the music, parking and more, down to the festival's trash. New and returning features will make up Wormfest 2026, according to plans shared ahead of selectmen's Tuesday, May 5 board meeting. Wormfest organizers were…

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John Merry’s long service to Wiscasset schools, community

This spring, John "Johnny…
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Maine Art Gallery kicks off 2026 season with Wiscasset Student Art Show

Carrabec sends Wiscasset home, 61-51

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Declaration of Independence copy heading to East Boothbay

An early copy of the Declaration of Independence is on its way to East Boothbay. Maine State…

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Edgecomb residents to vote on whether to join Wiscasset Water District

In 2024, the Legislature passed, and the Governor…

Twin Villages Arbor Day celebration to offer free trees and family activities

Coastal Rivers Land Steward Brad Weigel demonstrates how to plant a sapling during the 2025 Arbor Day celebration. Courtesy of Kris Christine

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Seeking 1927-30 Boothbay Registers

The Boothbay Register has a mystery on its hands. We're seeking our 1927-30 editions, missing…

Wiscasset selectmen

Wiscasset Ambulance Service celebrates 50 years May 16

Saturday, May 16, Wiscasset Ambulance Service will…

Cult classic ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at Lincoln Theater

The LCCT cast of "Little Shop of Horrors, from back, left: Kelly Caufield, Eliana Goldberg, Emily Sue Barker, Molly Frantzen, Derek Kingsley. Front, from left: Andy Barber, Niall Lessard, and Ron Capps. Courtesy of the venue

Lincoln County Community Theater (LCCT), resident theater company at Damariscotta’s…

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust

Guided hike at Salt Bay Farm

Several species of sparrow, such as this Swamp sparrow, can be spotted at Salt Bay Farm in Damariscotta. Photo courtesy of Walt Barrows

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah…

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens launches its 19th season

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay is now open for the season. Courtesy of CMBG

One of the clear indicators that summer is on its way is the annual…

Summer Bird Road Trip, Anyone?

Cerulean warblers show up in Maine only as a rare migrant, but they can be found in summer as close as western Massachusetts. Photo by mdf, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

It may seem early to be thinking of summer, given it’s still early May, but the excitement…

'Round Town

Past

I know it is ancient history but so much community fun! Events with a focus on what makes the region a community. No great fanfare…

Joe's Journal

A Senate race for the ages

Working through my usual morning routine early Saturday, I glanced out the window and saw Bambi. He/she had wandered…

Edgecomb residents overwhelmingly approve $4,487,740 school budget

There was very little opposition to the $4,487,740 2026-27 Edgecomb…

Wiscasset downtown paving planned for May 11-15

The Town of Wiscasset has contracted with Hagar Enterprises of Damariscotta to pave several Village streets. Work is…

Veggies to Table dahlia tuber sale, farm tours and more

Due to enthusiastic community response and additional tuber availability,…

Vendors still needed at St. Giles summer Country Fair

St. Giles Episcopal Church in Jefferson is gearing up for its annual Country…

Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 4 arrests

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Wiscasset candidate forums planned

Voters in Wiscasset's June 9 elections will decide a five-way race for three selectboard seats…

Ryan Neal scores first career victory at Wiscasset Speedway

Ryan Neal climbs out of his car after earning his first career feature victory at Wiscasset Speedway. Jasen Dickey photo

While other racetracks across New England postponed or cancelled their…

Boothbay/Wiscasset boys' track team finishes 2nd at MVC meet

The Boothbay/Wiscasset boys' track and field team is off and running to start…

Letter to the editor

Endorsing Garrett Mason for governor

Dear Editor:

After years in both public service and private business, I have…

Letter to the editor

Wiscasset school budget

Dear Editor

At an open town meeting on April 29, the Wiscasset School Committee (divided 3 for, 2…

This week at the Harbor Theater

Don't miss the "Devil Wears Prada 2" at Harbor Theater this week. Courtesy of the venue

"Devil Wears Prada 2" - (PG-13; 1 hour 59 minutes) - Twenty years after they first defined…

Boothbay/Wiscasset girls win MVC meet

The Boothbay/Wiscasset girls' track and field team ran faster, threw farther and jumped higher than…

Boothbay and Wiscasset officials decide against pursuing grades 9-16 school

At one time, a state grant for regionalization of two or more schools seemed attractive to Wiscasset and…

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Rockland Tides

Friday, 05/08
3:42 AM	High	9.42`
10:21 AM	Low	1.14`
4:34 PM	High	8.37`
10:29 PM	Low	2.37`

Saturday, 05/09
4:33 AM	High	9.30`
11:12 AM	Low	1.20`
5:26 PM	High	8.48`
11:25 PM	Low	2.27`

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Belfast Tides

Friday, 05/08
3:47 AM	High	9.83`
10:10 AM	Low	1.28`
4:29 PM	High	8.94`
10:24 PM	Low	2.41`

Saturday, 05/09
4:37 AM	High	9.66`
11:00 AM	Low	1.35`
5:20 PM	High	9.00`
11:18 PM	Low	2.32`

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