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When Deb Schaffer first heard about the Feed Our Scholars program in Wiscasset to help food-insecure children, she was moved to tears, she said.

Until then, she hadn’t realized that there…

Fifth-grader Brynna Nelson carefully pours water into a beaker during a science experiment. The water takes the shape of the container proving it’s a liquid. Brynna records her findings.

Padebco Custom Boat Builders & Full Service Boatyard recently launched its newest model, the V25R.

The sporty…

Obituary

Eugene A. Damon, 86, died November 11, 2015 in Jacksonville, Fla. He was born June 25, 1929.

A native of New York, Gene was the son of a prominent attorney who spent his summers sailing up…

With every pathway lined in lights, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens' first ever “Gardens Aglow” event premiered to around 200 special guests on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Gardens Aglow is the…

The Midcoast Economic Development District is launching Solarize Midcoast Maine, an initiative to help make solar energy more accessible to residents and small…

The Lincoln County Animal Shelter and Coastal Humane Society are the recipients of over $3,000 in dog food, cat food and treats to feed their senior population, courtesy of The Animal House in…

The Damariscotta Region Chamber of Commerce is excited that Santa has accepted our invitation to visit Damariscotta on Sat, Nov 28. Santa is taking a break from making his list and checking it…

Obituary

Charles Peter “Charlie” Abbott of Damariscotta died unexpectedly on November 16, 2015 while doing what he loved.

He…

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office

A Wiscasset man has been charged with felony theft after he allegedly stole a homeowner's key and robbed a safe.

James Ezzell, 34, of Wiscasset was arrested by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s…

From avoiding layoffs to getting the phone system up to par, the decisions for how to propose Wiscasset taxpayers spend next year’s education dollars will be made in the coming months. Based on…

A 22-year-old woman who was shot in the head Monday, Nov. 16 in Bath has died, authorities said Thursday, Nov. 19.

Chelsea Jones, 22, of Thomaston died Thursday after having spent Monday,…

Christmas is just around the corner, traditionally a time for folks to reflect and be thankful for their blessings throughout the year. Giving back is a key value…

Wiscasset selectmen got a mini history lesson Nov. 17. During the public comment portion of the meeting, Steve Christiansen of Willow Lane asked the board to give more…

Obituary

Judith M. Leonard, 71, of Federal Street, Wiscasset died November 14, 2015 at Miles Memorial Hospital in Damariscotta.

End-of-life, and death and dying discussions are happening all across the country. Whether you are a spiritual person or someone who has no particular beliefs or expectations about life after…

The Mid Coast Hospital Auxiliary will hold its annual Holiday Bazaar on Thursday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1…

Obituary

Bernard “Buck” Runser, of West Boothbay Harbor, Scarborough and Marco Island, Fla., died at home on November 9, 2015…

Cheese lovers will explore the mysteries of milk in an upcoming cheese-making workshop at the FARMS Community Kitchen in Damariscotta (upstairs over…

This November, many families in Southern Maine are thankful for something special: the gift of their friendship with a New York City child.…

Alna selectmen

The path toward an Alna town office move to the fire station is getting longer. An addition to the station would take an architect to plan, Fire Chief Mike Trask said.

Also, town officials…

Veterans Day here on the peninsula was great day and the display of appreciation for our veterans, of which I am one, is very much appreciated. It was a day to remind many veterans that they took…

Wiscasset selectmen heard additional details for a proposal to install solar panels on the municipal building and town garage Nov. 17.

Steve Hinchman, director of finance with ReVision…

Singing Meadows

Even as the weather begins to turn cooler, for many people walking is still the best exercise. The Singing Meadows Preserve off Cross Point Road in Edgecomb offers a nice place to walk outdoors,…

St. Philip’s Church, 12 Hodge St., Wiscasset, is hosting a seated yoga event on Sunday, Nov. 22, at 11 a.m., to benefit the Help Yourself Shelf Food Pantry. Instructor is Susan Gallagher,…

Obituary

Beverly Emma (Loomis) Galvin of Boothbay Harbor died peacefully with loving family by her side on November 17, 2015.

She was born on February 5, 1929 to Nathan and Amy (Wilcott) Loomis in…

The Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce announces its 30th annual Harbor Lights Festival to be held the weekend of December 4-6. The festival will offer a variety of joyous…

Grade 7

Highest Honors: Christiana Easter, Gabrielle Leavitt, Lily Yeaton

High Honors: Alyssa Bassett, Joanna Collins, Kayla Cossette, Abbie Delong,…

The Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger, which has raised and distributed more than $5.9 million to help end hunger in Maine since 1990, has again partnered with Brenda Davis, one of…

The recently established trade association for Maine vacation rental managers, Vacation Rental Professionals of Maine (VRPOMe), will hold its first all-day annual…

Years ago, a few friends got together at a local pub. They started talking about winters in Maine and how some people found it difficult to manage through colder…

On a sunny fall afternoon a couple of weeks ago in Damariscotta, ElderCare Network administrators invited all ElderCare Network employees to gather in the community room at Hodgdon…

Donate a new and unwrapped toy and bring the joy of the holidays to a local child in need. Toys for Tots drop-off locations are located across Knox, Lincoln, and…

Over the weekend of November 7 and 8, over 50 mountain bikers cruised the trails at Hidden Valley Nature Center (HVNC) as part of multiple events featuring bikes in nature.

On Saturday, six…

This Saturday, Nov. 21 the quiet streets of Boothbay Harbor will be bustling once again. It's the annual Early Bird sale, where discounts are everywhere starting as early as 5 a.m.

Most…

Soon, a decision will be formed as to whether or not to open the Gulf of Maine’s shrimp fishery.

The decision to open or…

Hesper

Plans for restoring a piece of the legendary Hesper, one of the two “last of the four-masted schooners” were abruptly scuttled after a man claimed ownership of the weathered relic.

Boothbay Harbor Police arrested a Boothbay Harbor couple on drug charges on Nov. 13, as a result of a search of an Atlantic Avenue apartment.

Warner Hinckley, 43, was charged with…

Fifteen Lincoln County groups or individuals were recognized Tuesday for their dedicated service to the community. The recipients received Spirit of America Awards during a ceremony held at the…

Deb Wilson was presented the 2015 Melissa Laser Fish Habitat Conservation Award by the Atlantic Coastal Fish Habitat Partnership (ACFHP) for her exemplary work in…

The time has come for Wiscasset Middle High School athletes to take to the courts and pool for another winter sports season.

Woolwich selectmen began the process of ending the town’s contract with WasteZero and Pay As You Throw (PAYT) Monday night, Nov. 16. PAYT, however, will continue until Jan. 27, 2016.

After…

For the second straight year, the Wiscasset Community Center will host a Thanksgiving dinner.

The dinner on November…

United Way of Mid Coast Maine’s Campaign leaders announced at the Campaign Finale that the campaign has raised $1,850,538, approximately $49,000 under the $1.9 million goal. 

“We’re not…

If anyone wants to offer thoughts on Wiscasset’s next school budget, School Committee Chairman Steve Smith hopes they’ll be at Wiscasset Middle High School on Thursday, Nov. 19, or another…

According to a release from the Bath Police Department, one person was sent to the hospital after a handgun was allegedly discharged in the Shaw's supermarket parking lot in Bath.

Lt. Robert…

The Lincoln County Historical Association held its 2015 annual meeting Saturday evening at the home of Tom and Wendy Eichler in Wiscasset. At the event, which is also an occasion for socializing,…

When Wiscasset High School won WGME’s Spirit Challenge in 2014, the town had just decided to break away from Regional School Unit 12. Now, after becoming Wiscasset Midde High School this year, the…

Obituary

Louise I. (Pearson) Chapman, 73, of Poinciana, Florida, died August 8, 2015 after losing a long and very courageous battle with COPD.

Lincoln Medical Partners General Surgeon Samira Hasan, DO, can’t remember a time she didn’t want to be a doctor, but it wasn’t until medical school that she set her sights on…