The residents of Lincoln County are connected to the powerful, living landscapes of the area simply by residing in them, whether on the jagged shores of Bristol or the elevated fields of Newcastle. However, there are few who feel that bond with the earth more than Jan Goranson does to the farmlands in Dresden.
Maui Wildfires Destroy Home of Damariscotta Native
A member of the Lincoln County community, Emma Lazzari, formerly of Damariscotta, had her residence in Lahaina, Hawaii destroyed by the devastating fires engulfing the western shores of Maui, Tuesday, Aug. 8.
Characters of the County: Greg Anderson Is On A Mission
Community, like a good boat, needs to be maintained regularly if it’s going to stay afloat. For Greg Anderson, a marine technician, Maine outdoorsman, and Bristol native, doing his part in the community means doing what he does best: keeping boats working in the water.
Walpole Vietnam Veteran Publishes Book Exploring Amnesty Movement
Author and Vietnam War veteran Michael Uhl recently published his ninth book, “Safe Return: Inside the Amnesty Movement for Vietnam War Deserters,” a political memoir, with McFarland and Company, Inc.
Sprague Remembered as Warm, Devoted Community Member
Janice O’Brien Sprague, a co-founder of the Central Lincoln County Recreation Center, and longtime Lincoln Academy Alumni Council member, died on July 5 at The Lincoln Home in Newcastle after a long battle with breast cancer.
Shark Sighting Closes Waters at Pemaquid Beach
The Bristol Parks and Recreation Commission temporarily prohibited visitors to Pemaquid Beach Park from entering the water after a shark sighting Monday, July 31. The beach reopened to swimming the following morning, Tuesday, Aug. 1.
Characters of the County: Brian O’Mahoney’s History of Excellence
Growth and change are part of life, and Lincoln Academy students have a quality selection of teachers and faculty to aid them in that journey. While every student isn’t noticeably impacted by their teachers, there are a handful of Lincoln Academy faculty members who stand out time and time again when alumni and current students discuss their favorite former educators.
Characters of the County: Bernie DeLisle’s Life of Variety
Bernie DeLisle’s life has taken him from the near shores of Rhode Island to the far frontlines in Vietnam, from running an upscale French restaurant on Martha’s Vineyard to starting an art gallery in Damariscotta for veterans. Wherever he may be, the longtime business owner and chef knows, better than most, that life is best enjoyed with its fabled pairing: variety.
Dot’s Bakery, A Round Pond Staple, Closes After 40 Years
After decades of baking and being in the local community, Dot’s Bakery in Round Pond closed its doors on Friday, July 14. Owners Dorothy “Dot” and her husband Edgar Ouellette cited health issues and a lack of help as the reasons for the sudden closure.
New Wine Bar Brings an Evening Experience to Round Pond Coffee
Round Pond Coffee is building on its morning success with evening fare. From 4-8:30 p.m., Friday through Monday, Round Pond Coffee becomes The Common House, a beer and wine bar serving a variety of locally inspired charcuterie boards.
Characters of the County: Wayne Farrin is a Team Player
Community is not a passive activity, and for Wayne Farrin, a South Bristol native and Jefferson resident, getting involved has been a natural part of living in the Midcoast.
Round Pond Parade Sees Large Attendance, Fewer Floats
In a departure from the rain of June, Fourth of July festivities in Round Pond village saw intermittent sunshine and warmth while attendees from near and far lined the streets in anticipation of the noon parade. Attendance for the parade was larger than expected, but the number of participants in the parade itself is still regaining its stride after COVID-19.
Characters of the County: Martha Scudder Knows Love Goes a Long Way
It’s not possible to remember everything — that’s what sticky notes and old friends are for — but on memory’s crowded bulletin board, those early memories can get covered up.
Harbor Day Care Celebrates 35 Years of Learning and Smiles on the Bristol Peninsula
When Laurie Mahan, the founder of Harbor Day Care in Bristol, started the business in January of 1988, it was to fill a need she indentified while working at Bristol Consolidated School as an educational technician. Since then, Mahan has enjoyed becoming an integral part of the community and helping rear generations of Bristol peninsula residents.
