Wiscasset voters approved an $8.1 million municipal budget, as well as amendments to four of the town’s ordinances, at the Tuesday, June 11 town meeting by referendum.
Guzzetti, Tepler Seek Democratic Nomination For Senate
Senate District 24 voters will see two names appear on the Tuesday, June 11 primary ballot for the Democratic nomination to the Senate.
Six Run For Two Wiscasset School Committee Seats
Six people are seeking two three-year terms on the Wiscasset School Committee.
Nobleboro Select Board Appoints New Fire Chief
The Nobleboro Select Board named Lt. Kevin Rawley chief of the Nobleboro Fire Department, effective immediately, during a meeting the evening of Wednesday, May 22.
Dresden Board Grants Ledge Pit Appeal
Following a review of town ordinances and planning board procedures, the Dresden Board of Appeals voted to grant the appeal of a conditional use permit issued by the Dresden Planning Board in January.
Whitefield Planning Board Approves Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
Following months of discussion and research, the Whitefield Planning Board voted to approve a conditional use permit for a residential substance abuse treatment facility in Coopers Mills during a meeting the evening of Wednesday, May 15.
AOS 93 Board Names New Superintendent
The AOS 93 Board voted unanimously during a meeting the evening of Tuesday, May 14 to hire a new superintendent.
Wiscasset Educator Named Lincoln County Teacher of the Year
During a ceremony on Thursday, May 9 in the Hall of Flags at the Maine Capitol, Wiscasset Elementary School teacher Becky Hallowell was named Lincoln County Teacher of the Year.
Characters of the County: Bridget Wright Finds Community in the Unknown
Despite ending up in the area by chance, Lincoln Academy teacher Bridget Wright chooses to remain here, committed to teaching the next generation to be true to themselves and to not fear the unknown, as the greatest gifts can come from taking a leap of faith.
Board Defers Vote on Whitefield Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
espite previous assurances to the public that a decision would be made during a special Whitefield Planning Board meeting the evening of Wednesday, May 1, residents did not hear a resolution on a proposed residential substance abuse treatment facility in Coopers Mills.
‘The Smallest Church in the World’: Speedway Unveils New Addition
Patrons of Wiscasset Speedway may have noticed a new addition on the property during the track’s season opener at the end of April. Now calling Wiscasset Speedway home is a replica of what was once known as “the smallest church in the world,” Wiscasset’s Union Church.
Newcastle Monument Business Passes To Next Generation
After nearly 50 years in operation, Newcastle’s Thomas A. Stevens Cemetery Memorials and Cemetery Restorations is seeing a change in ownership and name, as the business is being passed down from father to son.
Whitefield Board to Vote on Substance Abuse Treatment Facility May 1
Following the Whitefield Planning Board’s nearly three-hour meeting the evening of Wednesday, April 17, the board decided to schedule a special meeting to vote on Harmony Haven LLC’s change in use application for the building at 132 Main St. in Coopers Mills.
Newcastle Select Board Discusses Firearm Sale Permit Moratorium
The Newcastle Select Board voted to call a series of meetings to consider enacting a moratorium in regard to firearm sales in the town during a meeting the evening of Monday, April 22.