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Villages of Light Returns Nov. 26-27

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The fifth annual Villages of Light festival in the Twin Villages of Damariscotta and Newcastle will be held on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 26-27. The elves are hard at work to spark community spirit this holiday season.

New Art and Science Exhibit to Open at Bigelow Lab

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A new two-story art installation that celebrates ocean life in the Gulf of Maine and the scientific efforts to understand it will open at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences on Nov. 9. “Majestic Fragility” was created by Gulf of Maine EcoArts artists, in collaboration with ocean scientists and students from across the state.

Bremen Library Hosts Annual Wreath Sale

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The Bremen Library wreath sale fundraiser will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, at the Bremen Town House on Route 32 next to the Bremen Fire Department.

Round Pond

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I had a lot of positive responses to last week’s article about Lossie Morton so with Veterans Day being this Thursday, Nov. 11, I would like to write about another war hero from Round Pond, Harry “Mitt” Masters. I have an article (again from Bethiah Callahan) that was written on Aug. 15, 1944 from Mitt’s hospital bed at a base hospital in England, where he gave an interview to John M. O’Connell Jr., the managing editor at the Bangor Daily News.

Whitefield Food Pantry Has Moved

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The basement of Calvary Baptist Church at 150 Grand Army Road in Whitefield is the new home for the Whitefield Food Pantry.

Somerville Cemeteries a Field of Honor for Veterans

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Sunlight flares behind a tall lichen-covered monument in the Gilpatrick Cemetery in Somerville, falling across a single small flag planted at its base. A veteran is buried there. 

Mildred ‘Millie’ Hemingway Benner

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It is with a deep sadness in our hearts that we announce the death of Mildred “Millie” Hemingway Benner, 73, of Waldoboro.

Actors rehearse for LCCT’s upcoming production of “Hair Frenzy.”

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River Arts in Damariscotta will hold a special holiday show to fill the galleries. Artists are invited artists to submit original work for the “Holiday Show,” a special show with works priced at $200 and below. Deadline for dropping off work is 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20.

St. Giles’ Episcopal Speaker Sunday, Nov. 14

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All are welcome to join Sunday services at 9:30 a.m., in person.  Outside, weather permitting, masks optional; otherwise inside masked. “The speaker at the service Sunday, Nov. 14 will be Casey Clark Kelly, CEO of the Central Lincoln County YMCA.”

GSB Constructs New Gaga Court

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Great Salt Bay Community School’s playground is an evolving space that is meant to develop, inspire, and encourage movement and free play of students and community. The addition of swings, netting, and paint, the new Gaga court has been a great addition to the grounds.

Welcome to Bringing Food Home

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My name is Jess and I’m very excited to introduce myself as the newest contributor to The Lincoln County News through the Bringing Food Home column. I live in Damariscotta with my fiancé Tyler, 14-year-old son Abe, and our dog and chickens. 

2022 Calendars Available from Damariscotta Historical Society

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The Damariscotta Historical Society’s 2022 calendar is available, featuring 13 historical pictures. This year’s images include the first snowmobile in Damariscotta from around 1920. Dr. Robert Belknap drove it around in the winter to see patients.

Veterans Dinner in Damariscotta

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All veterans are invited to celebrate Veterans Day with a free dinner at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 11, at the American Legion Hall, 527 Main St., Damariscotta.


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