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Dorsey-Thomas Engagement

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Bill and Sandy Thomas are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Eric Harrison Thomas, Lincoln Academy Class of 2005, to Achsah Foster Dorsey, the daughter of Joshua and Elizabeth Dorsey, of Newnan, Ga.

Truckin’ in America

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Got a bee in my backside this week, folks, as I had not only one near miss, but two, and in the same location. Well, if you guessed in the crosswalk at Red’s Eats, you would be dead on. Now I know, the law says pedestrians have the right-of-way, and that is true, but nowhere does it say that one should at any time not exercise extreme caution crossing any road.

Lobster Boat Ride for Veterans

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On Sunday, June 10, all veterans are invited to join other veterans and take a Boothbay Harbor cruise aboard one of the area lobstermen’s lobster boats or one of Captain Fish’s tour boats – great camaraderie while enjoying the most scenic harbor in Maine!

Financial Accountability at Lincoln Academy

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In a May 24 LCN article (“Lincoln Academy expects dip in boarding enrollment,” page 1), Lincoln Academy claimed that the school’s boarding program is highly profitable, and that any financial difficulties have been caused by unpredictable changes in the boarding market. Neither is true.

A Few Dam Thoughts

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Before you ask, yes, I’m from away. I’ve been on Biscay Pond for over 30 years. The first 15 were in Bristol, near the outlet, then we moved to Damariscotta, on the west side, about 1/2-mile from the town beach. We spent every summer here and most weekends from mid-May to mid-October. Now that I’m retired, I spend a lot more time here. The winters are as beautiful as the summers, in their own way, and autumn, glorious autumn! Mud season, not so much …

Marguerite Curtis Nov. 11, 1927 - June 4, 2018

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Marguerite Curtis, 90, of Walpole, passed away at her home on the morning of June 4. Born in Damariscotta on Nov. 11, 1927, she was the daughter of George and Myra Soule.

James G. Beaton Oct. 22, 1934 - June 4, 2018

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James G. Beaton, 83, of Pemaquid, passed away on the evening of June 4 at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Augusta. Born on Oct. 22, 1934 in Brighton, Mass., he was the son of John and Laura Beaton.

CLC Adult Ed Honors 2018 Graduates

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Family, friends, and supporters of Central Lincoln County Adult Education students came together at Skidompha Library on Thursday, May 31 to recognize and honor this year’s graduates. The library’s Porter Meeting Hall was decorated with a banner and balloons in celebration of the graduates.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

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I would like to take this opportunity to thank many people in our community. On April 27, while shopping in Hannaford, Damariscotta, with my granddaughter, I suffered a major cardiac arrest.

Waldoboro’s Marijuana Ordinance – Too Soon

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I am writing to urge Waldoboro voters to say no to the Ordinance Prohibiting Retail Marijuana Social Clubs and Retail Marijuana Establishments in the Town of Waldoboro.

Bernice “Bunny” Gamage July 14, 1928 - June 1, 2018

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Bernice “Bunny” Gamage, 89, of Damariscotta, transitioned peacefully into spirit on the morning of June 1. Born on July 14, 1928 in Portland, she was the daughter of Patricia Dunn and Louis Bellefontaine.

Joan W. Hallowell March 27, 1952 - June 4, 2018

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Joan W. Hallowell, 66, of Nobleboro, passed away at her home on the morning of June 4 with her husband, Larry Hallowell, by her side after losing her battle with multiple myeloma. Born in Damariscotta on March 27, 1952, she was the daughter of Ralph and Abby (Brown) Welton.


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