Whitefield artist Manda Hard uses painting to inspire self-love and empowerment. Now, during the COVID-19 pandemic, she is using her art to shine a light on health care workers.
RSU 12 Schools to Resume In-Person Education
RSU 12 schools will reopen for in-person instruction this fall, but families can opt for distance learning instead, according to a July 30 letter from Superintendent Howard Tuttle.
Lincoln County Judge of Probate Faces Reelection Challenge
First-term Lincoln County Judge of Probate William Avantaggio, D-Bremen, faces a reelection challenge from Meegan Burbank, I-Jefferson.
Barn Burns Down in Christmas Cove
A small barn burned down in the Christmas Cove area of South Bristol early Saturday, Aug. 1.
Alna Planning Board Upholds Decision on Golden Ridge Project
The Alna Planning Board upheld its decision to deny Jeff Spinney’s application for a shoreland zoning permit in two tie votes Monday, July 27.
Whitefield OKs Municipal Budget, Passes on Solar Farm
Whitefield voters passed all but one of the articles on the warrant at annual town meeting, Saturday, July 18.
Alna First Selectman Takes Leave of Absence, Citing ‘Harassment’
Alna First Selectman Melissa Spinney will take a 45-day leave of absence, effective immediately, due to what she calls “harassment” of town officials.
Alna Planning Board to Reconsider Golden Ridge Project
The Alna Planning Board voted 4-0 on Tuesday, July 7 to reconsider its decision on the Golden Ridge Sportsman’s Club project.
Dresden Third Selectman Faces Challenger
Dresden Third Selectman Allan Moeller will face a challenge from former First Selectman Dale Hinote on Tuesday, July 14.
Four Running for First Selectman in Dresden
Four candidates are running to fill the position of first selectman in Dresden, after Trudy Foss resigned with a year left in her term.
Whitefield to Vote on Budgets, Elect Selectmen
Whitefield will elect town officials and vote on the RSU 12 budget at the polls Tuesday, July 14, then will vote on the municipal budget during an open town meeting Saturday, July 18.
Alna Planning Board Denies Permit for Golden Ridge Project
The Alna Planning Board denied Jeff Spinney’s application for a shoreland zoning permit Monday, June 29, but Spinney will ask the board to reconsider.
Whitefield to Celebrate Fourth with Cruise
A Fourth of July cruise will replace the traditional Fourth of July parade in Whitefield this year.
Community Supports Teacher After Fire Destroys Damariscotta Home
A local musician and teacher has seen support from the community, including an online fundraiser that has brought in more than $65,000, after a fire destroyed her Damariscotta home Saturday, June 27.
Whitefield Elementary Teacher Retires After 38 Years
Gail Beck joked that she knew it was time to retire when she started getting the grandchildren of former students.
