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Arthur Lee Gillespie

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On July 3, 2021, Arthur Lee Gillespie lost his ongoing dispute with the Marlboro Man. He left peacefully from his home in Dresden, with his grandkids playing in the background, his faithful dog Bleu lying by his side, and surrounded by many of those who loved him. Lee died well.

Community Theater Auditions

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Community theater auditions are being held by appointment over zoom from Thursday, July 1 to Saturday, July 3. River Company is presenting an outside production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream the first weekend in August.

Lincoln County Courts

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Sean Boynton, 53, Jefferson, assault, March 26, 2020, $300, $300 suspended, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days, restitution $316; assault, March 26, 2020, $300, $300 suspended, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; violating condition of release, July 1, 2020, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; operating after habitual offender revocation, July 1, 2020, $500, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; violating condition of release, Sept. 22, 2020, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; operating while license suspended or revoked, Sept. 22, 2020, $250, $250 suspended, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; violating condition of release, Oct. 4, 2020, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; operating after habitual offender revocation, Oct. 4, 2020, $500, $500 suspended, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days; burglary, Nov. 25, 2020; criminal mischief, Nov. 25, 2020, both dismissed (plea to other charge); violating condition of release, Nov. 25, 2020, Two Bridges Regional Jail 30 days.

Damariscotta Historical Society Presents ‘Damariscotta, Maine: The Postcard View’ July 18

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Kevin Johnson, photo archivist for the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport, will present “Damariscotta Maine: The Postcard View; Selections from the Eastern Illustrating & Publishing Company” on Sunday, July 18 at 3 p.m. at the Inn Along the Way, 741 Main St. in Damariscotta. The slide show and talk will present the story of the postcard company as well as historical views of Damariscotta and its neighboring towns. This should be a very interesting and fun show and additional information from attendees will make it even more so.

Art Show: Bremen to Havana

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When summer is in full bloom, galleries and art walks welcome visitors and residents to view the diverse works of artists in Maine. This year, Bremen Library on Route 32 will host a show by Sharon Marchi during the month of July. The works include both oil on canvas and watercolor paintings. A reception on Friday, July 9 from 4-7 p.m. is open to the community.

Susan Esther Schofield Service Announcement

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A memorial picnic in Susan Schofield’s honor will be held on Saturday, July 10 at 2 p.m. at Fort Eddy in Edgecomb. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with friends and family. In the event of rain, the service will be held at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, located at 12 Hodge St. in Wiscasset.

Fourth of July Events

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Damariscotta

The Damariscotta Fireworks display will begin immediately after dusk in the municipal parking lot. There will be no daytime festivities this year. In the event of bad weather, the display will be postponed until Monday, July 5.


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