After closing two months ago for renovations, Lincoln Theater, at 2 Theater St. in Damariscotta, reopened its doors with a gala celebration and screening of the movie “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.”
Jefferson Residents Validate Third Proposed Education Budget
After six months of trying and failing to validate an education budget for the 2026 fiscal year, Jefferson residents validated the third budget proposed by the school committee with a vote of 667-510 during the referendum election on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
MORE THAN JUST A DAY OFF
To some, Veterans Day marks a day off from work and school. A day to sleep in, stay home, and take a break from the stress of everyday life. To others, it’s a reminder of the sacrifices so many brave men and women made to ensure we are free, safe, and secure in our country.
Jefferson Education Budget Faces Validation Vote For Third Time
Residents of Jefferson will consider whether to validate the proposed education budget during the referendum election on Tuesday, Nov. 4, the town’s third attempt at passing an education budget for the 2026 fiscal year.
Turtle Hatchlings Released After Rescue Near Hatchtown Bridge Construction
A local wildlife rehabilitator and a small group of volunteers recently released over 100 baby snapping turtles into the Pemaquid River in Bristol, the result of a month’s long rescue effort that began when nearby construction threatened their nests.
Coastal Kids Hosts PBS Kids Character for Sensory-Friendly Event
Coastal Kids Preschool, at 12 Jackie’s Trail in Damariscotta, hosted a sensory-friendly event featuring PBS Kids’ first character with autism, Carl the Collector, on Monday, Oct. 13 during Damariscotta Pumpkinfest.
Bristol and South Bristol Advance Education Service Center Application
The Bristol and South Bristol school committees unanimously voted to continue supporting the effort to form an education service center and to submit the second part of their application to the Maine Department of Education at their meetings on Thursday, Oct. 2 and Tuesday, Oct. 7, respectively.
Jefferson Residents Approve Revised Education Budget Again
Residents of Jefferson voted to approve a revised education budget at a special town meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at Jefferson Village School, marking the third attempt to pass an education budget for the 2026 fiscal year.
Humpback Whale Washes Up on the Shores of New Harbor, Creating 50-Year Connection
Almost 50 years to the day since Daniel Thompson found a whale washed up on the shore of New Harbor, his granddaughter, Katherine Thompson, found a whale washed up in almost the exact spot.
Bristol Duo Uses Individual Skills to Make Custom Cakes
In the kitchen, Melody Sirois and Florence Martinez use their skills to split the work in balance: Sirois bakes while Martinez decorates.
Jefferson Committees Approve Revised Education Budget With Split Vote
Jefferson’s budget and school committees voted to approve a revised $9,369,346.88 education budget for the 2026 fiscal year at a budget committee meeting Tuesday, Sept. 9, setting residents up to consider the budget for the third time in less than six months.
North Country Wind Bells Rings in New Era with Waldoboro Location
When Peggy and Ron Davis lost the windcatcher on their Nantucket buoy bell and went to the North Country Wind Bells showroom in Round Pond to replace it, they had no idea it would turn into a new business venture.
Bristol Celebrates School Addition With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Community members, teachers, school officials, and students gathered at Bristol Consolidated School on Thursday, Sept. 11 to celebrate the grand opening of a new wing. The formal ribbon-cutting marked the completion of a construction and renovation project that has been years in the making.
New Wiscasset Lifestyle Store Aims to Provide Products Rooted in Craftsmanship
A historic house in downtown Wiscasset is now the home of Plain Goods, a lifestyle store offering clothing, leather goods, and antique furnishings rooted in timeless design, ethical production, and respect for craftsmanship.
Nobleboro Bakery Reopens with New Name and Menu
Close to a year after they shuttered Ginger Mousse Bakery, Karen and John Kelly have reopened the business with a new name and some familiar favorites.
