For the oyster lover who doesn’t mind getting a little muddy, cold, and damp, Damariscotta River Association offers a two-year oyster gardening program. Participants grow oysters for noncommercial use, with instruction and support from professional aquaculturists and industry experts. 

For the last 30 years, registered nurse Cindy Coyne has worn many hats throughout LincolnHealth: director of nursing at Cove’s Edge, executive director of Chase Point, Care Partners manager, manager of case management and social services, and for the last decade, director of quality, patient safety, and patient advocacy. What has remained constant throughout the years is Coyne’s unparalleled commitment to LincolnHealth’s patients, residents, staff, and community.

Post offices in Maine will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 to celebrate 2018, a year that will offer many new stamps, such as the new Fred Rogers tribute stamp.

The Coastal Humane Society and Lincoln County Animal Shelter Board of Directors has named Trendy Stanchfield as its new executive director. Stanchfield takes the position after former director Joe Montisano left the organization in August to be director of the Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth, Minn.

Whether young or young at heart, everyone can find something at Damariscotta River Association this winter. Programs include a scientific drawing workshop with David Wheeler, guided hikes, the Winter Fest at Round Top Farms, and a winter gear show-and-tell with Maine Sport Outfitters.

A gift to the community, Damariscotta River Association’s ice rink at Round Top Farms in Damariscotta depends on Mother Nature for ice and numerous volunteers for ice maintenance. 

On Dec. 8, 9-year-old Madison Lorrain found out her wish will be granted. She is going on an all-expenses paid trip to Disney World with her family, thanks to Make-A-Wish Maine.