Edith Berger, a sixth grade writing and social studies teacher at Waldoboro’s Miller School and Lincoln County’s Teacher of the Year, has advanced to the state semifinals for the Maine Department of Education award. She is bringing her dedication to civics education to the state program, an experience that she said has been life-changing.
Characters of the County: Reuben Mahar Looks to the Long Term
Though Reuben Mahar describes himself as a kid in an adult’s body, his interests take a generational view. A self-educated IT professional who credits his career to internet access, Mahar regularly participates in Waldoboro Select Board meetings and makes time for fun from science-fiction audiobooks to freeze-dried food experiments with his wife, Kim, and their three cats.
Amistad Pulls Wellness Center Application, Plans for New Locations
The business license application for a Harbor Peer and Wellness Center at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Wiscasset has been pulled by the nonprofit Amistad Inc. to search for a location elsewhere in the county after a two-month tabling by the Wiscasset Select Board.
A Lifetime of Swimming: Wiscasset Aquatics Director Retires
A group of swimmers spanning more than 20 years in age gathered at the Wiscasset Community Center on Wednesday, July 26 to surprise Lori LaPointe, the woman who helped them develop their skills.
Former Senate District 24 Candidate Charged with Jan. 6 Felonies
A recent candidate for Senate District 24 was arrested Friday, July 21 at his home in Waldoboro on felony and misdemeanor charges from his presence at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Vintage Clothing and Craft Shop Offers Inspiration in Alna
A new shop overlooking the Alna woods offers a curated collection of vintage clothing, fabrics, buttons, and more that its owner, Marilyn Quinn, hopes will inspire shoppers and become part of their everyday lives.
No Major Injuries in Wiscasset Crash
Two drivers avoided significant injury in a crash at the intersection of Lowell Town Road and Gibbs Road in Wiscasset on Saturday, July 22.
Waldoborough Historical Society Expansion Campaign Kicks Off
A $400,000 capital campaign for expansion of the Waldoborough Historical Society received its first major donations on Wednesday, July 12 from descendants of the first German child born in town.
Amistad Business License Tabled After Heated Wiscasset Public Hearing
A new business license for a recovery center by Amistad Inc. was tabled for two months by the Wiscasset Select Board following a lengthy and emotional public hearing at its Tuesday, July 18 meeting.
Former Chewonki Employee Detained After Alleged Assaults
A Brunswick man working at Camp Chewonki under an alias and reportedly fake Social Security number faces five Class D misdemeanor charges following an alleged assault on two employees and a police officer, an incident he said he did not remember due to smoking an unknown substance.
Wiscasset Man Dies in Collision With Tree
A Wiscasset man drove a box truck into a tree in a home’s front yard on Wednesday, July 19, and likely died on impact before the vehicle caught fire.
Newcastle Gets $2 Million from FEMA, Will Develop Fish Ladder Agreement
Repairs from May storm damage to a Lynch Road culvert and a fish ladder compensation agreement with the town of Nobleboro are in Newcastle’s future. The town’s select board addressed these projects and heard public comment on road concerns at its Monday, July 10 meeting.
Nobleboro Man Dies After Jefferson Crash
A Nobleboro 20-year-old died from his injuries after a single-vehicle crash in Jefferson early in the morning of Friday, July 7.
Miller School, MVHS Officials Talk District’s $81 Million Bond Proposal
After deciding contested races for the district board of directors in June, residents of the five towns that make up RSU 40 will face another big decision this November – whether to authorize an $81 million renovation and addition bond covering all district schools.
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