Lincoln County Commissioners approved the 2022 tax commitment at their meeting April 5 with $11,745,515 to collect from taxes.
Westport Island Long-Time Selectman Will Not Seek Re-Election
Westport Island will soon have a new face on the board of selectmen. First Selectmen George Richardson Jr. has decided not to seek re-election after serving on the board for over 26 years, and as chairman for over 22.
Healthy Lincoln County Receives 2020 MSA Community Service Award
The Lincoln County Commissioners meeting Jan. 18 began with presentations by Sheriff Todd Brackett. Representatives from Healthy Lincoln County were presented with the 2020 Maine Sheriff’s Association Community Service Award, and two former deputies were presented with retirement plaques and thanked for their years of service to the county.
Two Bridges Inmates Enjoy Grant-Funded Book Club
Thanks to the efforts of Dawn Wheeler, coordinator of Merrymeeting Adult Education’s RSU 1 program, who applied for a grant from the Maine Humanities Council, inmates at the Two Bridges Regional Jail are participating in a book club this fall.
THANKSGIVING MEMORIES AND TRADITIONS
As I approach the age of 90 years old, I certainly have a great deal to be thankful for, first and foremost is the love and support of family, my biological family and those over the years who allowed me to become a member of their families.
Westport Special Town Meeting ‘Expeditious and Unanimous’
Moderator Chris Cooper, elected to serve as moderator at the Westport special town meeting, Saturday, Nov. 13, described the meeting in three words, “expeditious and unanimous,” when a motion to adjourn was made in just over 30 minutes of it being called to order.
Honor and Remember Heroes on Veterans Day
For over the past 100 years men and women have fought in wars and many conflicts to protect the freedoms we enjoy. Each year two days are set aside to honor those men and women, Memorial Day to honor those who gave the supreme sacrifice, observed on the last Monday in May, and Veterans Day to honor those who made it home to continue their service in other ways.
Public Hearing on Senior Living Project in Wiscasset Set for Nov. 16
Wiscasset Select Board will hold a public hearing Nov. 16 to receive comments on the redevelopment of Wiscasset Primary School on Gardiner Road to a senior living facility operated by Optimus Senior Living.
Wiscasset Voters Say ‘Yes’ to Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles
Wiscasset voters lined the halls of the Wiscasset Community Center Nov. 2 to vote in a special town meeting with nine questions on the warrant. About 1,295 votes were cast, according to moderator Joan Barnes.
Lincoln County Volunteers Honored at Commissioners’ Meeting
The annual Spirit of America Awards in-person ceremony was canceled for the second year in Lincoln County, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To honor the volunteerism of the recipients nominated by their town officials, Lincoln County Commissioners voted, at their meeting Oct. 19, to send awards and letters of congratulations to the recipients of 12 towns participating in the program this year.
Wiscasset Says Good Bye to Peter Rines
Traditions dating back to over 150 years were bestowed on the late Peter Rines on Sunday, Sept. 19, at the Wiscasset Fire Department, during the celebration of his life, including the aerial ladders cross, bagpipes, and the ringing of the bell. Eulogies and the Fireman’s Prayer were recited, as well.
Big Al’s Super Values to Close at the End Of The Year
The news that the Big Al’s Super Values, a landmark in Wiscasset for 35 years was closing came as a shock to everyone that heard it last week. Unfortunately, it is true. Big Al’s, over the years has become a destination to many throughout the state and beyond.
Oscar Cronk Retires, But His ‘Scents and Lures’ Live On
The Cronk Outdoor Supply sign, at 133 Gardner Road will soon be coming down after 60 years. Oscar Cronk, Jr. at the age of 91, announced recently he is retiring and sold his business to Pete Rickard Co. of Galetan, Pa., a supplier of hunting accessories.
Wiscasset Selectmen Call off Special Town Meeting
The Wiscasset Board of Selectmen voted 5-0 to postpone holding a special town meeting and will put the questions before the voters on a referendum vote in the November election.
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