Budget Committee member Joe McSwain made a direct request Nov. 12 to Edgecomb selectmen. He wanted the board to provide guidance in making budget recommendations for the 2026-…
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Wiscasset school committee
Wiscasset School Department will look at whether the planned spot at Wiscasset Middle High School for two new basketball hoops is the best place for them. Resident Chet Grover raised concerns to…
Please join us Saturday, Dec. 6 for a day of art, crafts, and local goods at the Edgecomb Eddy Artisan and Vendor Show! Featuring over 40 local artists and vendors, come meet the makers, 9 a…
Who do you think you are? Ellen Newton may have the answer.
Newton is partnering with Boothbay Region TV and…
Lincoln Home staff and residents recently gathered to wish Jamie Baribeau well in his retirement and welcome Chef Shana York in her new role as culinary director.
Jamie brought great…
Obituary
Robert Abel “Bob” Robertson Jr. passed away on Nov. 4, 2025 after a brief stay at a hospice facility near his home in Pineville, North Carolina. He was 89 years old.…
When Wiscasset's William Cossette Jr. took a special trip for veterans last summer, he took a photo of fellow American Legion Post 54 member Wally Pitcher with him. Pitcher was supposed to go with…
Obituary
Joelyn “Lynn” Cartwright, 82, of Portland, formerly of Boothbay, passed away peacefully on Nov. 8, 2025, just two days shy of her 83rd birthday.
Born on Nov. 10, 1942,…
American Legion Post 54 and attendees Tuesday, Nov. 11 observed Veterans Day in a ceremony at the veterans wall at Routes One and 27 in Wiscasset. More coverage of the morning's observance will…
Public information requested regarding other suspects
An arrest has been made and another suspect has resolved charges following a multi-month, multi-agency investigation into a cyber scheme involving automated…
The Edgecomb Planning Board will take a closer look at a proposed oyster processing facility Nov. 15 with a site walk of 637 River Road. Owner Ryan McPherson is looking to expand his Glidden Point…
There may be great white sharks in Maine waters, but that doesn’t mean the plot of "Jaws" is likely to unfold. That was one of the main takeaways from the Nov. 6 public…
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 232 calls for service for the period of Nov. 4 to Nov. 10., and Year to date, LCSO has responded to 12,666 calls for…
Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of a 19-acre property in Newcastle, an addition that expands the Marsh River Bog…
Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Daphne T. Kimball, a beloved teacher, sister, and friend, who graced this world with her warmth and elegance for 100…
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest
The Wiscasset community is invited to welcome Santa to the Village when a Merry and Bright Light Parade drops the rotund fellow off at his workshop, 7 Lincoln St., on Friday, Dec. 5, around 5:45 p…
Obituary
Robert Freeman "Bob" Grover passed away peacefully at his home in Clearwater, Florida on Oct. 26, 2025.
Bob was born on Aug. 12, 1933 at St. Andrews Hospital in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, the…
Kevin Johnson, author and photo archivist for Penobscot Marine Museum (PMM), presented a slide show of antique…
A Thanksgiving food distribution for anyone in need will be held at St. Philip's Church, 12 Hodge St. in Wiscasset, …
Alna selectmen
It looks like Alna's share of replacing Ben Brook Bridge on Egypt Road will run about $41,000, versus the $167,000 once thought, Second Selectman Steve Graham said Nov. 6.
Updating the…
In the fall of 1960, Walt Gorneau was the captain of the Hallowell High School football team. For the first 18 years of his life, tackling a ball carrier, hitting a…
Obituary
Raymond "Scott” Gilbert, 77, of Alna, passed away suddenly at his home on the evening of Nov. 2, 2025. Born in Damariscotta on…
The combined efforts of Woolwich officials, including the selectboard, first responders and Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Department, were successful in getting Maine…
Wiscasset selectmen
Drawing residents' praise and questions, Wiscasset selectmen Nov. 4 unanimously paused review of any proposals that involve tax-acquired properties.
Richard Davis of Young's Point Road…
Lincoln County Commissioners
Lincoln County commissioners still have a few missing pieces of the 2026 budget “puzzle” to solve prior to the December deadline. The current draft…
In results Town Clerk April Thibodeau provided, Westport Island on Nov. 4 rejected Maine Question 1, 144-295; and passed Maine Question 2, 292-147.
Woolwich voters Nov. 4 went with Dale Chadbourne (903 votes) and Thomas Davis (727) over Mechelle Given (599) for selectboard, in results posted at woolwich.us
The lone candidate on…
In results Town Clerk Lisa Arsenault provided, Alna on Nov. 4 rejected Maine Question 1, 120-292; and passed Maine Question 2, 277-136.
Wiscasset voters Nov. 4 passed all three local questions, in results Town Clerk Linda Perry provided.
Local question 1, “Shall the Town appropriate an amount…
The Blaine House Commission, in collaboration with the Maine Arts Commission, invites Maine artists to submit existing three-dimensional sculptural works for acquisition and installation on the…
"It's just an old time, warm feeling ... A lot of places have coffee or tea. A lot of people come out in pajamas ... It's like a throwback to how it used to be," when the retail holiday shopping…
Rev. John Hogue, pastor of First Congregational Church of Wiscasset, will reach back into history in his sermon on Nov. 9, as he recounts the story of four chaplains.
His story starts…
It was another successful Nightmare on Federal Street for Wiscasset Oct. 31 with the annual parade, food and other festivities. Our thanks to photographer Bob Bond of 40 Federal Studio for these…
Lincoln County Registry of Deeds provided the following information on property transfers recorded in October:…
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest welcomes the winter holidays with three days of seasonal festivities. Truly a shopping destination, Marketfest also invites shoppers and revelers to enjoy family-…
Wiscasset selectmen
With interest heating up in two areas Wiscasset owns, town staff are recommending the selectboard "pause" from putting on its agenda any proposals for those properties. The board will consider the…
HospitalityMaine is proud to announce the creation of its Legislative Champion Award, recognizing lawmakers who demonstrate strong leadership and a deep understanding of the…
It was the first ever State of the Schools address given Oct. 28 to the Edgecomb selectboard. Following last spring's budget negotiations, Michael Maxim, selectboard chairman, and Heather Sinclair…
Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dorell Alexandru Carter, who left this world unexpectedly at the age of 36.
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All First National Bank branches are collecting items for local food pantries throughout the month of November.
If you would like to help, First National…
Salt ’n Spar
Not too many years ago, Wiscasset Middle High School was Wiscasset High School. The name was changed at the end of the school year in 2015 when due to declining…
MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital (MHLH) celebrated its recent Pathway to Excellence Designation with a flag-raising ceremony Oct. 20 on the Miles Campus. The achievement…
Obituary
Mae C. Reynolds, 93, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on Oct. 22, 2025.
Born in Medford, Massachusetts on March 4, 1932, Mae was the youngest of four children to Harry and…
