If they had paid attention to tradition in 1964, James “Jim” and Nancy Bailey, of Damariscotta, might not have enjoyed the life they have shared for the last 61 years. The Baileys met while both were serving in the U.S. Air Force and married within months of Nancy mustering out in 1964.
Westport Island Retains Environmental Consultant
Declaring the Westport Island Select Board’s neutrality on the issue of a potential data center development in neighboring Wiscasset, board members have agreed to hire a national nonprofit consultant in an effort to protect the town’s interest.
Westport Island History Center Keeps the Past Alive and Well
The historic Brooks Farm is currently featured in an exhibit on Brooks Cove at the Westport Island History Center. The exhibit traces the history of the land from the earliest evidence of the Abenaki to the eighth generation of the Brooks family, who reside on the site today.
Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Manager Retires
After a decade representing the Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce, Executive Manager Pat Cloutier is ready to begin the next chapter of her life.
Westport Island Voters Adopt Deputy Code Enforcement Officer Position
Forty-three Westport Island convened at the town office Wednesday, Sept. 17 to consider a three-article warrant that proposed creating an office of deputy code enforcement officer, overseen by the town’s select board.
Local Veterans Tour Nation’s Capital Courtesy of Honor Flight Maine
After a busy weekend in Washington, D.C., the veterans on Honor Flight Maine were given a hero’s welcome at the Portland International Jetport when they arrived home on Sunday, Sept. 7. The returning veterans were honored with a parade and greeted by enthusiastic family members, friends, and strangers who were there to thank them for their service and welcome them home.
Westport Island Voters Approve $3 Million Municipal Budget
Westport Island voters needed just over two hours to dispatch a 66 article warrant during their annual town meeting, held in the historic town hall Saturday, June 21.
Remembering Three Fallen Heroes
Unlike Veterans Day, which honors all veterans, Memorial Day is the set aside to mourn, reflect, and honor the men and women who gave their lives protecting the freedoms Americans enjoy.
For Wiscasset Veteran, Honor Flight Was A ‘Trip of a Lifetime’
Wiscasset resident Mary Lou Alexander enjoyed a brief tour of Washington, D.C. in October, courtesy of Honor Flight Maine. An Air Force veteran, Alexander was one of five women veterans to travel with Honor Flight Maine Oct. 18-20.
Characters of the County: Barclay Shepard’s Legacy of Loyalty and Service
On Monday, Nov. 11, the country celebrates Veterans Day, a day set aside each year to honor and pay tribute to the men and women who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. military, protecting the freedoms this country enjoys.
Westport Island Celebrates the History of Heal Cove
On Sunday, Sept. 8, the Friends of Westport Island History opened their newest exhibit called “Heal Cove” at the town’s history center, located at Wright Landing.
LCSO Headquarters Needs Nearly $8 Million in Repairs
Following two sparsely attended public hearings county officials remain eager to get the public’s input regarding the future of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office in Wiscasset.
Westport Islanders Reject Nuisance Ordinance at Fiery Town Meeting
Over the course of more five hours including occasional moments of fiery debate, Westport Island voters passed all but one article on their annual town meeting warrant Saturday, June 22.
Westport Island Annual Town Meeting Saturday, June 22
Westport Islanders will take up the balance of a 70 article warrant when they re-convene their annual town meeting on Saturday, June 22.
Maine Yankee Property Back on Wiscasset’s Tax Roll
A new state law signed by Gov. Janet Mills will result in putting nearly $93 million of Maine Yankee property back on Wiscasset’s tax roll.
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