Wiscasset’s Frank Sprague. Wendy Ross photo
Ahead of Wormfest May 31, a Wiscasset native talks worm harvesting
For the second year, Wiscasset is planning "Wormfest" to honor the town's rich tradition of harvesting sand and blood worms from the mudflats of the Sheepscot River area for sale as bait to fishermen around the world. The event takes place Saturday, May 31, from…
Back row (from left): Heidi Thiboutot, Bryleigh Thiboutot, Nevaeh Thiboutot, Gavin Bonang Front row (from left): Vicki and Dennis Mosier Courtesy photo
A great Mother's Day after granddaughters and friend save "Buppa"
Mother's Day this year could have been very different without the quick thinking of two Wiscasset sisters, Bryleigh and Neveah Thiboutot who rushed into action last Nov. 29 to save their grandfather's life, assisted by their friend Gavin Bonang. Dennis Mosier, "…
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Protestors issue concerns about federal interference
A concern over local law enforcement assisting federal officials in apprehending illegal immigrants was brought forward to county commissioners May 6. Bremen resident Debra Elliott and Bob Conlin of Wiscasset issued concerns about local law enforcement assisting…
Members of the newly formed Boothbay region Future of Our Schools Committee meet May 2 at the Boothbay town office. JANE CARPENTER/Boothbay Register
New Future of Our Schools Committee in Boothbay region explores options
The newly formed Future of Our Schools Committee held a public meeting May 2 at the Boothbay town office during which subcommittees provided preliminary reports for discussion and the public raised questions and observations. In a recent phone interview, Boothbay…
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The following activities were listed at wiscassetschools.org: The BRCTC Awards event is Thursday, May 22 at 12 p.m. Seniors will depart the Awards with Principal Sarah Hubert to attend the Class Trip. Students cannot drive themselves to the Class Trip. Class Trip…

Obituaries

Thom Carroll

Thom Carroll

Thom Carroll, age 67, passed away surrounded by his loved…
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Funeral for Leo W. Barter Jr.

A funeral for Leo W. Barter Jr. of…

Graveside service for Blaine G. Hanna

Blaine G. Hanna passed away on…
Leo W. Barter Jr.

Leo W. Barter Jr.

Leo W. Barter Jr., 53, of Boothbay, passed away…
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Memorial service for I.J. Pinkham

A memorial service for I.J. Pinkham…
Sherron Williamson

Sherron Williamson

Sherron Williamson, 80, of Durham, North Carolina…
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One of the big dance numbers in "Seussical the Musical" presented by the Y Arts Community Players March 28-30. LISA KRISTOFF/Boothbay Register

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BRAF blooms with spring exhibit
"Glorious Colors of Burnt Island Light - acrylic - by Sandra Chase Morrissey - Courtesy of BRAF

The Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) is delighted to announce its vibrant spring art exhibit,…
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I am delighted after reading ‘New Future of Our Schools Committee in Boothbay…
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Last week, I promised to bring you all up to speed with the LCTV…
Boothbay/Wiscasset girls track posts second in MVC meet
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The Boothbay/Wiscasset girls track team finished second May 15 in an eight-team…
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The town of Edgecomb has taken a step closer to enrolling into…
Wiscasset Feed Our Scholars ‘Set for Success’ event Aug. 17

Sunday, Aug. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m., Set for Success (S4S) will once again throw a…
Upcoming events at Veggies to Table
Farm tour at Veggies to Table. Erica Berman photo

Veggies to Table is excited to announce a diverse lineup of events designed to engage and inspire…
Residents scramble to pass $4.16M Edgecomb school budget
Residents vote at the Edgecomb school budget town meeting May 17. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

After the first 90 minutes of the Edgecomb school budget town meeting May 17, residents had passed…
Reminder: Wiscasset, Westport Island election, town meeting letters deadlines

As has been announced at wiscassetnewspaper.com since April 21 and in our April 24…
Boothbay Region Historical Society 2025 summer sailing raffle
The cutter-rigged sloop Radiant. Courtesy photo

Your private party of up to six people will join Capt. Craig Collins…
Bigelow Laboratory announces new center in honor of Harold Alfond
Bigelow Laboratory has officially named its 25,000-square-foot expansion, which will revolutionize the institute's solutions-oriented research and education programming, in honor of Harold Alfond. The Harold Alfond Foundation contributed $8 million of support to the new space, which represents a 40% increase in Bigelow Laboratory's campus and includes a versatile, multipurpose forum. Courtesy of Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences

Next month, Bigelow Laboratory will officially celebrate the…
This week at the Lincoln Theater
"On Swift Horses" opens at the Lincoln Theater on Friday, May 23. Courtesy of the venue

"Secret Mall Apartment" - (NR; 1 hour, 31 minutes) - A fun pre-film reel of mall commercials…
This week at the Harbor Theater
"Mission Impossible" The Final Reckoning," opens at the Harbor Theater Friday, May 23. Courtesy of the venue

"A Minecraft Movie" - (PG; 1 hour, 41 minutes) - Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where…
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Community invitation to United Way of Mid Coast Maine 2025 annual meeting
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Alna mail delivery not letter perfect, but improving
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As of May 16, Alna's Paul Crandall said he still wasn't getting mail at home.

But mail delivery in Alna,…
Maine Community Foundation launches local press initiative
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Sylvan Gallery welcomes artist Roberta Goschke
"Angelique at the Dock" by Roberta Goschke, oil, 12” x 12” is among the artist's work now at Sylvan Gallery in Wiscasset. Courtesy of Ann Scanlan

Sylvan Gallery is excited to announce the addition of acclaimed Maine artist Roberta…
Midcoast Humane launches $75,000 matching challenge in honor of 75th anniversary
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Midcoast Humane is celebrating its 75th anniversary this…
Coastal Senior College spring walk at Frances Perkins Center
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On Monday, June 9, from 11 a…
County seeks to self-fund FMLA program
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Lincoln County Treasurer Michelle Richardson received commissioners' authorization May 6 to seek state approval…
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Closing out a spectacular season of The Met: Live in HD
“Il Barbiere di Siviglia." Experience it at the Lincoln Theater May 31. Tickets online. Photo courtesy of The Metropolitan Opera

The Lincoln Theater is pleased to present the final two transmissions of The Met: Live…

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Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 5 arrests
Maine Warden Service aids in Damariscotta search
Arrests in Lincoln County cable theft
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office: 3 arrests
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Tides

Tuesday, 05/20
5:15 AM High 9.54`
11:30 AM Low 0.54`
6:03 PM High 8.93`
11:51 PM Low 1.44`
Wednesday, 05/21
6:14 AM High 9.52`
12:23 PM Low 0.45`
6:57 PM High 9.41`
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Tides

Tuesday, 05/20
4:53 AM High 8.98`
11:18 AM Low 0.51`
5:41 PM High 8.40`
11:39 PM Low 1.35`
Wednesday, 05/21
5:52 AM High 8.96`
12:11 PM Low 0.43`
6:35 PM High 8.86`
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Rockland Tides

Tuesday, 05/20
4:45 AM High 9.85`
11:21 AM Low 0.56`
5:35 PM High 9.19`
11:40 PM Low 1.60`
Wednesday, 05/21
5:45 AM High 9.88`
12:16 PM Low 0.43`
6:32 PM High 9.67`
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Belfast Tides

Tuesday, 05/20
4:48 AM High 10.23`
11:10 AM Low 0.69`
5:31 PM High 9.74`
11:33 PM Low 1.60`
Wednesday, 05/21
5:47 AM High 10.24`
12:05 PM Low 0.57`
6:27 PM High 10.19`
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Don’t miss our spring Plant Cash and Carry Sale
Arsenault to be Alna’s town clerk again
Maine Sea Grant funding restored
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Youth Art Show and ‘Elisif’s Story’ at Wiscasset Community Center Wednesday, May 14
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