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Elections
Discussions ranging from improving education in the state to addressing housing needs were had by four candidates for state office during the second of five forums co-hosted by The Lincoln County…
The following summary is on the town's website, wiscasset.org
On November 5, 2024, voters will be voting on several questions:
Article 2/Question 1 Summary: To see if the Town will…
Nearly 60 audience members listened as four candidates for state office discussed topics ranging from health care concerns to suggested improvements to education in the final forum…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will hold its next meeting Thursday, Oct. 24, with many local county candidates attending and a focus on Get Out the Vote (GOTV).
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James William “Bill” Hunt III, R-Southport, wants to help working-class residents by limiting the government’s involvement in their everyday lives, which has moved him in his bid…
Rep. Holly B. Stover, D-Boothbay, is focused on continuing her work of making sure Mainer’s have access to their most basic needs in her reelection to House District 48.
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The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) is hosting their biannual Rally for Democracy: A Get Out The Vote Party on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 3 to 6 p.m. outside at the Wells-Hussey American…
Discussions ranging from improving education in the state to addressing housing needs were had by four candidates for state office during the second of five forums co-…
The national campaign stage has been a contentious arena this election season. In contrast, not a single insult or personal criticism was lobbed between four local…
Five candidates for state office discussed issues plaguing Mainers ranging from rising property taxes to increased housing needs during the first of five forums co-hosted by The Lincoln County…
Alna Town Clerk Sarah Perkins on Sept. 26 released the following via town email:
The polls will be open on Nov. 5, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Alna Volunteer Fire Station.
If you are…
he Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) has announced the date, time and location for their biannual “Rally for Democracy.” The event, which will be held rain or shine, is…
The Maine Republican Assembly (MERA) will be meeting on Sept. 19 at the American Legion Post 36, 25 Industrial Park Road, Boothbay from 5 to 7 p.m. The special guest speaker will be…
The monthly meeting of Lincoln County Republicans will be held Wednesday, Sept. 25 at the Water of Life Lutheran Church, 618 US-1, Newcastle.
Beginning at 6 p.m. the public is invited to…
The order of referendum questions on the November 2024 General Election ballot has been determined through a public lottery held by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows and Deputy Secretary of State…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will hold its next meeting Thursday, Sept. 19, featuring talks about the various referenda on Maine’s November ballot and voter rights. …
The Maine Republican Assembly (MERA) will be hosting a Meet and Greet for candidate Mary Lou Daxland on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Water of Life Lutheran Church, Rte 1 #618…
The Lincoln County Republican Committee celebrated the grand opening of their headquarters on Aug. 11. The location and trailer are being rented from a local business. The Headquarters is located…
Please join Wayne Farrin and State Sen. Cameron Reny on Tuesday, July 30 as Farrin kicks off his campaign for state representative in the November election. Reny and Farrin are…
Serving in Maine's 131st Legislature as the Representative for District 47, which includes the towns of Alna, Jefferson, Whitefield and Wiscasset, has proven to be an incredible…
The Maine Republican Assembly (MERA) will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, July 18 at 6 p.m. Arrive at 5:30 p.m. to have something to eat and meet and greet before 6. The MERA is…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) has tapped Stephen Wicks, Ph.D. to be the campaign manager for the 2024 election season.
Wicks, a lifelong progressive, will work out of…
The Lincoln County Republican Committee headquarters is located on Route 1 in Damariscotta just east of the N.C. Hunt Kitchen Design Center. The hours, starting on June 20, will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will hold its next meeting Thursday, June 27,…
Incumbents James Andretta, William “Bill” Maloney and Sarah Whitfield kept their selectboard seats June 11, while Jonathan Barnes and Tracey Whitney made school committee, in results Town Clerk…
On Saturday, June 15, from 3 to 5 p.m., the Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will host an open house to celebrate the grand opening of their seasonal campaign headquarters. The…
Press release
LCRC Chair Patty Minerich opened the May 22 meeting at the Wiscasset Community Center to a full house of over 60 attendees with the introduction of our first guest speaker. Representative Heidi…
Press release
Incumbent Lydia Crafts (D- Newcastle) is seeking her third term in the Maine House of Representatives. Lydia serves House District 46, which includes the towns of Bristol, Damariscotta, Newcastle…
Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 11 at Wiscasset Community Center for voters to consider the would be-2024-25 budget piece by piece, three selectboard and two school…
The Alna Republican Town Committee will meet this Thursday, May 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Alna Town Office. All Alna registered Republicans are invited to attend. Rep. Ed Polewarcyzk will be…
Occupation: semi-retired; retired Science educator
Education: BS Elementary Education; Masters in Education, specializing in Literacy
Political history (Boards and…
Occupation: Owner and operator of Doug Merrill & Son Building, Inc.
Education:
Political History (Board, Committees, other):
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Occupation: Teacher at East End Community School (EECS) in Portland 2000 - to date. Substitute Teacher Wiscasset Primary School 1991 - 1999.
Education: K - 12 General…
Wiscasset has two three-year terms on the school committee up for election June 11. On the ballot are incumbent …
Occupation: Retired Teacher/Early Ed. Director
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Education
Political History: I just completed a 3 year term as a member of the…
Occupation: Retired National Sales Manager International flexible…
Occupation: Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement, Maine Law; co-sabbatical pastor, Foreside Community Church
Education: BA (Colby College), MPP (American…
Occupation: Civil Engineer
Education: Wiscasset K-12, Bachelor of Science in Engineering at UMaine
Political History (Board, Committees, other): Selectboard,…
George Chase defeated Timothy Harrington, 92-7, May 17 in Edgecomb’s municipal elections. Chase succeeds Mike Smith, who decided not to seek a fourth term. Chase served two years on the school…
Woolwich selectmen
Woolwich selectmen signed the warrant for the June 11 primary election that will include consideration of the 2024-25 Regional School Unit 1 budget. A final district-wide meeting for ratification…
Press release
Longtime Dresden resident Gary Getchell is running for selectboard. Getchell has…
The town of Wiscasset will be hosting a candidates night for the candidates running for the Wiscasset School Board on Monday, May 20 at 6 p.m. at Wiscasset Community Center, in the…
The Maine Republican Assembly (MERA) will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, May 18 at 10 a.m. at 33 Sheepscot River Way, Newcastle. For more information, call Secretary Kathy Robitaille at 207…
The monthly meeting of Lincoln County Republicans will be held Wednesday, May 22 at the Wiscasset Community Center. Beginning at 6 p.m., the public is invited to attend the speakers’ portion of…
William Avantaggio, Esq., of Bremen has announced his candidacy for re-election for Lincoln County Judge of Probate.
Avantaggio was raised in Damariscotta and…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, April 25 at 7 p.m. (in person or Zoom) at the Newcastle Fire Station, 86 River Road, Newcastle. Topic: Panel…
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) will hold its next meeting Thursday, April 25, with a panel discussion on engaging Gen Z and Millennial voters.
The…
