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Norma Joan McCarthy

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Norma Joan McCarthy, “Tiger,” 84, a longtime resident of Christmas Cove, succumbed to her year-long battle with cancer on Jan. 18.

Round Pond Column

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As I sit here in my office on this cloudy Monday morning, I can hear snow plows clunking by, snow blowers running, and a tractor up the road doing some snow removal.

Juliette Elizabeth Norton

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Juliette Elizabeth Norton was born on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital in San Diego to Tessa (Riess) Norton, formerly of Bristol, and Michael Norton, of San Diego.

Vibrio Training for Shellfish Harvesters, Dealers

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The 2019 Vibrio training required for shellfish harvesters and dealers who harvest or buy product direct from the Damariscotta River and New Meadows Lakes will be held as follows:

Unified DRA-PWA Seeks Suggestions for New Name

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Monday, Feb. 11 marks the start of joint operations for the new organization to be formed by the unification of Damariscotta River Association and Pemaquid Watershed Association. On that date, the two governing boards of DRA and PWA will meet as a single board for the first time.

Union Fair Poster Contest Seeks Entries

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The trustees of the Union Fair and the Maine Wild Blueberry Festival are launching their annual contest to choose a design suitable for use in publicizing the 2019 Union Fair, which will run Aug. 17-24.

Lowell “Rig” Simmons

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Lowell “Rig” Simmons, 79, of Damariscotta, passed away peacefully at his home on the afternoon of Jan. 18.

John A. Atkinson

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John A. Atkinson, 90, of Damariscotta, passed away on the morning of Jan. 19 at the Sussman House in Rockport.

Lincoln County Courts

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Caitlyn L. Barter, 25, Boothbay, sexual abuse of minor, July 1, 2017, dismissed (plea to other charge); assault, July 1, 2017, $300.

No Longer Lower Round Pond January stars

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Decades ago, George Winston recorded a beautiful piano solo, “January Stars.” A few oft-repeated minor notes and its flowing chords seemed to bring forth a true vision of a star-pierced sky. 

Local Philanthropist Helping Coast Guard Families Affected by Shutdown

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Members of the U.S. Coast Guard have been working without pay during the government shutdown that is now reaching close to a month. The Boothbay Harbor community has quickly come together to help Coast Guard members and their families stationed in the area. 

Winter Fest at DRA’s Round Top Farm is Feb. 10

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Damariscotta River Association is partnering with Great Salt Bay Community School’s PTO to host Winter Fest, a free, family-friendly event at DRA’s Round Top Farm in Damariscotta on Sunday, Feb. 10 from noon-3 p.m.


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