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JUMPING TO CONCLUSIONS

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You often hear idioms like the ink wasn’t even dry on the contract, hot off the presses, the wood is still green, or jumping the gun. They are used to indicate that something occurred very quickly, often times too quickly.

Dr. Susan Grace Haines Nilson

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Dr. Susan Grace Haines Nilson, of Newcastle, died at home surrounded by her husband and son, on the evening of July 22, 2025, one day after her 52nd wedding anniversary. She was a devoted and dearly beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, friend, and psychiatrist. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Richard Nilson; her son, Noah Nilson, LCSW; her grandson, Abraham Bleviss-Nilson; as well as by her two brothers, John and Peter Haines, their wives; nieces and nephews, and many cherished friends.

Richard Lachance

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Richard Lachance, 75, of Rockland, passed away on Aug. 4, 2025. Arrangements have been entrusted to Direct Cremation of Maine in Belfast.

Roger T. Panek

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Roger T. Panek, 86, of Damariscotta, passed away on the morning of Aug. 11, 2025, at the Sussman House in Rockport, with his loving family by his side.

Martha Ann Goodyear Mason Aug. 1, 1923 - July 30, 2025

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On July 30, 2025, Martha Ann Goodyear Mason passed away peacefully, yet unexpectedly, the very night she returned to her beloved Shipley Point in Christmas Cove. She was just two days shy of her 102nd birthday. Martha was looking forward to the enjoyment of family and friends for the month of August. Her birthday became a celebration of her life with her children, her grandchildren, and her great-grandchildren. All rejoiced in her incredibly long life and her positive spirit. She was known for her lifelong demonstration of kindness and grace, along with her devotion to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, her husband, and all who came to know her.

Albert Martin Severson June 14, 1933 - Aug. 4, 2025

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Albert Martin Severson, 92, of Waldoboro, passed away Aug. 4, 2025. Albert was born June 14, 1933 in Waldoboro to Andrew Martin Severson and Gertrude Haskell Severson. He grew up in Waldoboro and graduated from Waldoboro High School in 1955.

Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Holly York Dec. 24, 1976 - Aug. 3, 2025

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Elizabeth “Liz” Holly York passed away peacefully on Aug. 3, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Her courageous battle with cancer was a testament to her strength and bravery, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she met.

Timothy William Schiffinger Jan. 30, 1969 - July 27, 2025

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Timothy William Schiffinger, a devoted husband, father, and friend, passed away on July 27, 2025. Born on Jan. 30, 1969 in Utica, N.Y., to Karl and Melodye Schiffinger, Tim grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of Remsen, where he developed a lifelong love for hunting and fishing – pastimes that brought him peace and joy.

Midcoast Bridge Scores

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Four tables were played at The Lincoln Home on Thursday, July 31. The three top scorers were Kathy Leslie, of Newcastle, Stephen Wicks, of Damariscotta, and Rachael Sherrill, of Damariscotta.

In Nature Helping Orphaned Wildlife

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This is the time that young animals (birds are animals, too) are coming out of nest and burrow in all their baby charm and innocence. Two people I know were studied by curious fox kits. When they were bored with the big, two-legged human animals, they scampered back into the woods. Aside from a brief fear of rabies, the humans were amazed and charmed.


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