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‘MATILDA’ WMHS Theater’s first full-length musical post-COVID
After surviving COVID and stage electrical issues, Wiscasset Middle High School Theater announces its first full-length musical production in many years, "MATILDA: The Musical." Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, this Tony Award-winning musical tells…
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Wiscasset school committee finishes budget offer
"Great job everyone. Thank you. We did it!" Wiscasset Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kim Andersson declared, and raised her arms April 1 as the school committee nodded the $11.2 million, 2026-27 budget offer, mostly in 3-2 votes. Plans call for voters to consider…
Woolwich will hold its annual town meeting Wednesday evening, April 29.
Woolwich selectboard finalizes annual town meeting warrant
Woolwich voters will have a $2.83 million budget to consider at their annual town meeting at 6 p.m. April 29 at the grammar school on Nequasset Road. The selectboard’s 2026-27 budget of $2,838,959 is $25,826 higher than last year's.  “We spent weeks…
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Sewer plant move makes ballot, again
Is Wiscasset still OK with moving its wastewater treatment plant to public works and public works to the transfer station? Voters will decide again in June. Nodding the annual town meeting warrant March 24, selectmen did what they said they would after last fall's…
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Aaron Smith named Corrections Officer of the Year
This year's Corrections Officer of the Year hails from Dresden, Maine. Cpl. Aaron Smith will officially receive the honor on Thursday, April 9 during the 2026 Maine Sheriff's Association Spring Conference at Sunday River. Smith, 45, is a 17-year corrections…

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Rebecca E. Copland

Rebecca E. Copland

Rebecca Eileen “Becky” Copland, 68, of Boothbay…

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Gloria J. Barnes

Gloria J. Barnes

Gloria J. Barnes, 83, of Dresden passed away…

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Olma Sullivan

Olma Sullivan

Olma Sullivan moved on peacefully Wednesday…

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Barbara “Lori” Reed

Barbara Reed

Barbara “Lori” Reed, 62, died March 30, 2026, at…

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Patricia T. Grant

Patricia T. Grant

Patricia Teresa Grant, 93, of Wiscasset, passed…

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Carlo M. Pilgrim

Carlo M. Pilgrim

Carlo Mario Pilgrim, 79, passed away…

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A Duck By Any Name
This handsome duck with a rufous and green head does not carry the name "duck" and instead is known as the green-winged teal. Photo by Rhododendrites courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Have you ever wondered why it is that some ducks have the word “duck” in their English name while others don’t…

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The ‘Madness’ is over
Kevin G. Burnham

After spending three weekends, and more, watching college basketball and the NCAA tournaments (women’s tournament included…

Wiscasset School Chorus performs at St. Andrews Village
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As part of an intergenerational series St…

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What a pleasant surprise to see our shadows during a late afternoon walk with our newest best friend Leica the wonder dog…

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Easter thoughts for 2026
Joe Gelarden

For thousands of years, Easter has been a symbol of hope, a day of joy, a time to gather together to celebrate the…

Coastal Rivers announces historic conservation of 500-Acre Hart Woods
At 500 acres, Hart Woods represents one of the largest connected blocks of forest on this part of the Maine Coast. Photo by Bo Calais

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Bernstein's 'Chichester Psalms' April 11 and 12
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Sheepscot Chorus invites you to their annual spring concert, “Many Voices, One Dream…

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: 3 summonses
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The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 221 calls for service for the period of…

Wiscasset Middle High School
Olivia Marshall wins Principal’s Award
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Olivia Marshall of Wiscasset, a senior at Wiscasset Middle High School, has been selected to…

Earth Day open house at Lincoln County’s recycling plant in Wiscasset
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Celebrate Earth Day with a behind-the-scenes look at how recycling and…

Friends of Wiscasset Library to celebrate group’s 60 years

In 1966, a group of residents saw a need to help raise money and awareness…

Letter to the editor
Rep. Farrin is focused on affordability

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At a time when Maine voters are…

Feed Our Scholars fundraiser at St. Philip’s

Saturday, May 2, Feed Our Scholars (FOS) will hold a fundraising dinner at 5:30 p.m. in St.…

National Theater Live
Helen Mirren in 'The Audience' at Lincoln Theater
Helen Mirren portrays Queen Elizabeth II in the 2013 National Theater Live production, "The Audience." Back on the Lincoln Theater screen by popular demand April 23 and 24. Courtesy of the venue

An iconic performance returns to the big screen this April, as Helen Mirren reprises her…

Healthy Lincoln County launches campaign to support summer meals
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Healthy Lincoln County (HLC) has launched a community‑wide fundraising…

Characters of the County
Learning life lessons with Mike Hall
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For a guy who once said out loud he would never enter the family business, Mike Hall gives every…

Lincoln County property transfers in March
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Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers…

Wiscasset selectmen
Draft econ goals accepted, focus groups eyed
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Wiscasset selectmen April 1 unanimously accepted the economic development advisory committee's…

Art at the Grill
Showcasing the natural beauty in Maine
Maine artist Doug Houle

A new show opens April 13 at the Damariscotta River Grill featuring seasoned artists Sandra…

This week at the Lincoln Theater
"The President's Cake" opens April 10 for two screenings at the Lincoln Theater. Courtesy of the venue

With a Critic’s Pick review in the New York Times and a 3.5 star rating on RogerEbert.com, “The…

This week at the Harbor Theater
Georgia O'Keefe - "Ram's Head with White Hollyhock and Little Hills" is among her paintings explored in Arts on Film showing at Harbor Theater. Courtesy of the venue

"Project Hail Mary" held over with Read & Watch event April 11. "Goat" opens April 17 with a Family…

AARP scam alert: Social Security notification? Take an active pause
Shawn Lewin, AARP Maine member

You receive an unexpected communication from the Social Security…

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Annual Wiscasset K-12 Student Art Exhibition
Student Art Show at Maine Art Gallery, Wiscasset

It’s always a delight to see the world we live in through the eyes of young…

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Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 2 arrests
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 1 arrest
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: 4 arrests
Body shield backpack distributed at BRHS, BRES
Coast Guard rescues three fishermen from sinking boat south of Boothbay Harbor
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Wednesday, 04/08
3:58 AM High 9.12`
10:15 AM Low 1.08`
4:47 PM High 7.91`
10:22 PM Low 2.15`
Thursday, 04/09
4:49 AM High 8.84`
11:07 AM Low 1.36`
5:41 PM High 7.71`
11:15 PM Low 2.33`
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Wednesday, 04/08
3:36 AM High 8.59`
10:03 AM Low 1.02`
4:25 PM High 7.45`
10:10 PM Low 2.02`
Thursday, 04/09
4:27 AM High 8.32`
10:55 AM Low 1.28`
5:19 PM High 7.26`
11:03 PM Low 2.19`
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Rockland Tides

Wednesday, 04/08
3:30 AM High 9.47`
10:05 AM Low 1.19`
4:18 PM High 8.32`
10:11 PM Low 2.36`
Thursday, 04/09
4:18 AM High 9.24`
10:58 AM Low 1.42`
5:13 PM High 8.14`
11:05 PM Low 2.50`
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Belfast Tides

Wednesday, 04/08
3:32 AM High 9.82`
9:56 AM Low 1.27`
4:12 PM High 8.73`
10:07 PM Low 2.39`
Thursday, 04/09
4:21 AM High 9.50`
10:47 AM Low 1.57`
5:05 PM High 8.49`
11:00 PM Low 2.58`
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