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GSB Students Shine In Junior Duck Stamp Contest

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As the art teacher at Great Salt Bay Community School in Damariscotta, Coreysha Stone has had the profound privilege of guiding bright young minds through an enriching journey that melds the worlds of art, science, and environmental stewardship.

Helen Marie Lindberg Carlson Feb. 12, 1930 - April 19, 2024

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Helen Marie Lindberg Carlson, born Marie Helen Lindberg on Feb. 12, 1930, in Westmanland, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2024, at home in her favorite recliner. She was a cherished daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and creativity.

Maine Bureau of Highway Safety Urges Hot Car Safety

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Vehicular heatstroke is one of the leading causes of non-crash, vehicle-related death for children 14 and younger in the United States. Parents and caregivers who think child heatstroke deaths could “never” happen on their watch should think again. Tragically, “never” does happen.

Final Call to Artists for Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta Design Contest

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The Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta invites artists to submit an original design for this year’s festival contest. A $500 prize will be awarded to the artist whose design is selected. The winning artwork will be featured on T-shirts and hoodies, displayed throughout the area, and seen by thousands of happy Pumpkinfest visitors who come to celebrate the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta, to be held Friday through Monday, Oct. 11-14.

Newcastle History Early Cod Fishing

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In the early 1500s the Portuguese reached supremacy of exploration of the North Atlantic. They learned of the wonderful fishing in the waters off the coast of Newfoundland. This does not mean that other countries did not go to the Grand Banks to get fish, but it was the Portuguese who were making the long trips in their rather small boats to harvest vast numbers of cod.

Bringing Food Home No-Mow May, Your Version

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By now, most of us are aware of the No-Mow May movement. This initiative allows for our yards to provide essential habitat and pollen for our early-season pollinators (like bees) by keeping them unmown until June.

At the Speedway Nick Morton Scores Momentous Win at Wiscasset Speedway

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With both opening days in the rearview, the season at Wiscasset Speedway is now rolling full steam ahead with many exciting events on the horizon. Saturday’s Group 1 racing action added to the anticipation, featuring some twists, turns and surprises that left fans on the edge of their seats throughout the program.

Adventure Mornings Series at HVNC Kicks Off June 8

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Midcoast Conservancy is offering a new outdoor recreation program called Adventure Mornings. Each month, guided outings will be held at Hidden Valley Nature Center in Jefferson that provide opportunities to try new activities or lean into a beloved sport.

Lincoln County Courts

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Kyle David Austin, 24, Jefferson, driving to endanger, Aug. 15, 2021, $750, license suspended 30 days.


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