The Damariscotta Board of Selectmen approved a bid to begin repair work on the Walpole Cemetery’s historic stone arch and wall during a meeting March 2.
Damariscotta Residents, Business Owners Discuss Sign Ordinance
Seven Damariscotta residents and business owners attended a public hearing to give input on a proposed stand-alone sign ordinance Monday, March 7.
South Bristol Bridge on Schedule for May Opening
Despite a few minor setbacks, a mild winter and around-the-clock work have helped keep the construction of a new drawbridge in South Bristol on track to open by late May.
Newcastle Grants LA Abatement Request
Following months of discussion, the Newcastle Board of Selectmen granted Lincoln Academy’s request for an abatement for its staff apartments Monday, Feb. 15.
BCS Eighth-Graders Abuzz About School Newspaper
Bristol residents have another news source to consult, as a group of Bristol Consolidated School eighth-grade students recently relaunched the school newspaper.
New Owners Aim to Make Dresden Take Out ‘Store of Choice’
The Dresden Take Out is under new management. Kathy and Mason Dubord purchased and took over the operations of the business Feb. 1.
South Bristol Ice Harvest as Popular as Ever
Temperatures in the single digits could not sway 9-year-old Ethan Miranda’s enthusiasm during the ice harvest at the Thompson Ice House in South Bristol Sunday, Feb. 14.
Damariscotta Names New Tax Collector, Deputy Town Clerk
Damariscotta residents will soon see a familiar face in the town office, as Town Manager Matt Lutkus has announced that Becky Bartolotta will be appointed as the town’s new tax collector and deputy town clerk.
Dresden Residents Appeal Gravel Pit Decision
A group of Dresden residents have filed an appeal regarding the Dresden Planning Board’s unanimous approval of Dick Condon’s application for a permit to operate a gravel pit on Ludwig Road.
First Lady, Sen. Collins Attend Lincoln Day Dinner
Maine First Lady Ann LePage and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins were two of the attendees at the Lincoln County Republican Committee’s Lincoln Day dinner at The 1812 Farm in Bristol Mills Friday, Feb. 12.
Pemaquid Fisherman’s Co-Op Changes Hands
The Pemaquid Fisherman’s Co-op is now operating under new management and a new name. The co-op was sold in January to Pemaquid Seafood Real Estate LLC.
Newcastle Man Helped Rebuild Agriculture in Afghanistan
A former chairman of the Newcastle Planning Board and past president of the Damariscotta-Newcastle Rotary Club spent three and a half years in Afghanistan assisting in the reconstruction of the country’s agriculture industry.
Damariscotta Republican Pursues House Nomination Again
A former Republican state committeewoman, and Damariscotta resident, has registered as a candidate for the Maine House of Representatives.
Newcastle Man Files Complaint Against Sheriff’s Office
A Newcastle man has filed a civil complaint against the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the sheriff, and a deputy, saying actions by the deputy led him to have a heart attack.
