First National Bank recently…
News
Paid parking begins in Boothbay Harbor started June 1, and this year returning visitors may notice the lack…
On June 18, Jeffrey McKinney of Newcastle, a member of Boy Scout Troop 213, was recognized for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting. The ceremony took place at the…
Wiscasset selectmen
Besides being environmentally acceptable, due to residents' concerns, the site for Wiscasset's next sewer plant also needs to be "socially acceptable," a consultant told selectmen and residents…
Press release
The vibrant heart of downtown Wiscasset will come alive on Thursday, June 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. as Wiscasset Art Walk welcomes residents and visitors for an evening celebrating local art,…
The Lincoln Home is hosting a lawn party to celebrate the Fourth of July from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., with premium fireworks viewing at dusk.
Dance on the lawn to music of Deadly Desire, a high…
Thirteen Edgecomb Eddy sixth graders graduated June 18 in an hour-long ceremony in the school gymnasium. The Class of 2026 is as follows: Oliver Averill, Logan Barter, Therin Barter-Petersen,…
Salt Bay Chamberfest
Through a highly competitive, merit-based process, Salt Bay Chamberfest (SBC) has been selected by the National Endowment for the Arts to receive a $45,000 Arts Project grant. The non-profit…
Woolwich selectmen reopened the 1837 Town House Wednesday evening, June 17, with an eye on the June 24 special town meeting to reconsider funding for Patten Free…
The monthly meeting of Lincoln County Republicans will be held Wednesday, June 24, at the Jefferson Fire Station, 204 Waldoboro Road, Jefferson. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the speakers begin at 6…
Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission entered into a short-term deal with Damariscotta to provide limited help in its code enforcement department. June 16, Executive Director Emily Rabbe…
Lincoln County Democratic Committee
“The people are what matter to government, and a government should aim to give all people under its jurisdiction the best possible life” – Frances Perkins, Secretary of Labor 1933-1945.
On…
The 21st Annual Westport Island Shore Run 10K Road Race is Sunday, Aug. 16 on bridge-accessible Westport Island. "Maine's Best Little 10K Road Race" had a great turnout in 2025 with over 60…
Salt ’n Spar
As the saying goes, everything comes around again including smaller student enrollments. Wiscasset Middle High School graduated fewer than a dozen and a half seniors…
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 312 calls for service for the period of June 9 to June 16. Year to date, LCSO…
Saturday, June 27, plan to spend an amazing day in beautiful Wiscasset, and plan to begin the day at St. Philip’s Church, 12 Hodge St., where the traditional, family friendly, 72nd Strawberry…
Garden Club of Wiscasset held its annual meeting and luncheon June 4 at First Congregational Church in Wiscasset.
Members enjoyed quiche, salad and crème brûlée. Following…
Obituary
Dennis J. Young, 83, of Boothbay, Maine, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at St. Andrews Village in Boothbay Harbor, following a…
Our thanks to photographer Bob Bond of 40 Federal Studio, Wiscasset for these shots from the third annual Wiscasset Wormfest, including festival day June 13 and the new Inch by Inch 5k June 14.…
Sheepscot Valley Regional School Unit voters June 9 passed the next school budget, with 71% in favor, according to information Superintendent of Schools Howie Tuttle provided.
Results…
UPDATE: Maine Department of Public Safety has reported, Stern has been safely located.
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Boothbay Harbor Police Department has issued a Silver Alert for 69-year-old…
The popular Gardens of Lincoln County tour, presented by Lincoln County Historical Association (LCHA), returns on Saturday, June 27 with “A Westport Island Adventure,” a self-guided exploration of…
Recently, the fourth grade class at Wiscasset Elementary School embarked on an unforgettable three-day, two-night educational adventure at The Ecology School in Saco. The experience provided…
Memorial Day is over, but it is still firmly on the minds of Edgecomb selectmen. June 9, Chairman Forrest Carver said American…
Wiscasset school committee
An independent probe into the May 19 incident in Wiscasset Middle High School’s gym was a no-go June 9. But a "two schools beneath one roof" committee is on. School Committee Vice Chair Jonathan…
The OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show will return for its 13th season on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Bristol Consolidated School on Bristol Road in Bristol.
The…
As a lead up to the 250th anniversary of the U.S., and in a spirited celebration to welcoming the Windjammer fleet to town, the Boothbay Harbor Opera House is pleased to announce that three music…
Press release
AUGUSTA, MAINE – Based on initial…
A partnership between Mexicali Blues and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust has resulted in significantly improved access and a new…
Obituary
Mary Lou Bailey of Alna, Maine died peacefully with her family by her side on June 8, 2026, just three days shy of her 89th birthday.
Born on June 11, 1937…
Press release
United Way of Mid Coast Maine is…
AUGUSTA (June 9, 2026)—Although Maine home sales eased slightly year-over-year in May 2026, prices remained stable and many additional homes have recently come to market for the spring/summer…
Wiscasset Town Manager Dennis Simmons and wiscasset.gov said the school budget lost June 9 with 535 yes votes and 547 no's. This was the second year in a row voters rejected a school budget offer…
Wiscasset school committee
When Chris Hennessey came to Wiscasset Middle High School at the end of a school day to interview for principal, a kid outside was playing hacky sack. The veteran public school administrator…
What if the whole world could be a treasure hunt? Turns out, it already is. Beginning in May 2000 with the public release of GPS technology, “Geocaching” is an…
Voting results Alna released June 9:
RSU 12 Budget Election
239 Yes
52 No
13 Blank
Republican…
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 279 calls for service for the period of June 2 to June 9, 2026. Year to date, LCSO has responded to 5,369 calls for service.
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As part of Wiscasset Field Day activities this week, the Maine Army National Guard will be flying a UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter that is scheduled to land on the Wiscasset Middle High School…
Wiscasset Middle High School has announced $122,500 in scholarships to members of the Class of 2026:
Daniel P. Leeman, $250, to Sara Applebee; MELMAC, $2,…
