Charles “Chuck” Jewitt, 74, passed away peacefully on the morning of Dec. 20, 2025.
Chad Wyman Feb. 8, 1972 - Dec. 21, 2025
Chad Wyman, 53, of Lewiston, passed away while at The Hospice House in Auburn on Dec. 21, 2025. Born on Feb. 8, 1972 in Damariscotta, he was the son of Ralph L. Wyman (now deceased) and Diane C. (Warren) Wyman. Chad grew up in Damariscotta, attending Great Salt Bay Community School. For high school, he commuted to Boothbay Region High School to play football. After high school he attended Plymouth State College with teaching as a goal. Health issues got in the way, and he was unable to reach this goal.
Jeffrey Odlin Cook
Jeffrey Odlin Cook, of Jefferson, passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 14, 2025. Cook was born to Carleton and Winona (Odlin) Cook, of Fairfield, where he attended Lawrence High School. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in botany from the University of Maine at Orono and a master’s in environmental management from Duke University.
Lincoln Academy Athletic Updates Due to Weather
Due to the forecasted weather, all Lincoln Academy activities for this afternoon, Friday, Dec. 19, have been postponed/cancelled.
NCS Students Get An Early Gift
Christmas came early last week for every student at Nobleboro Central School when the local parent-teacher organization surprised the entire student body with a free book of their choice.
Donald C. Ross Jan. 24, 1938 - Dec. 17, 2025
Donald “Don” Charles Ross, 87, of Warren, passed away peacefully on Dec. 17, 2025 at the Sussman House in Rockport.
Ray, The Siberian Husky Rescue
Ray, a 6-year-old Siberian husky rescue, had a rough start to life, but you wouldn’t know it to watch his joyful antics.
Troop 213 Completes 5-Mile Hike and Skills Training
On Sunday, Dec. 14, Scout Troop 213 of Damariscotta successfully completed a 5-mile hike from Dodge Point Preserve in Damariscotta to McKay Road in Edgecomb.
EARLY DEADLINE
The Lincoln County News will have early deadlines for the Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 editions.
Plunge for a Purpose with Hearty Roots
Registration is open for this year’s Plunge for a Purpose with Hearty Roots on New Year’s Day at Pemaquid Beach in New Harbor. The fundraiser supports programs that guide local kids off the grid and into their hearts.
New Way To Track Toxic Algae Threatening Shellfish Industries Developed By Researchers
Tiny organisms called algae can have an outsized impact on working waterfronts. While many benefit their ecosystems, others can cause devastating economic and ecological effects.
Bringing Food Home Pantry Profile: Ecumenical Food Pantry
The Ecumenical Food Pantry, open every Tuesday morning from 9-11 a.m. in the ground floor of The Second Congregational Church of Newcastle, was already busy with volunteers setting up when I arrived at 8 a.m.
Maine State Aquarium Opens Boothbay Lights Festival
The Maine State Aquarium will be open during this year’s Boothbay Lights Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays through Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026.
Lincoln County Courts
Ian Brady, 23, Bath, operating while license suspended or revoked, March 19, dismissed (other).
