Drivers and bystanders ogled as the former Huber’s Market, on Route 1 in Wiscasset, went up in flames during a training exercise for local fire departments Sunday, Aug. 4.
Wiscasset Speedway Marks 50 Years with New Hall of Fame
Wiscasset Speedway celebrated its 50th birthday in style Saturday, July 27 with a 50-lap race, the induction of the first class into its new hall of fame, and, finally, a fireworks display.
Whitefield Man Wins July #LCNme365 Photo Contest
A photo of buoys on the footbridge in Boothbay Harbor received 46% of readers’ votes to win the July #LCNme365 photo contest.
Barn Fire Claims 6,000 Poultry in North Waldoboro
Fire destroyed a barn and killed a large number of chickens and ducks inside, although some cattle escaped, at 1071 Old Augusta Road in Waldoboro late Wednesday, July 31 and early Thursday, Aug. 1.
Work Starts at Head Tide Dam in Alna
Demolition work, part of a project to preserve historical features at the Head Tide Dam in Alna and improve fish passage on the Sheepscot River, began July 24 after preparations started earlier this month.
Wiscasset Grange Members to Coordinate Local Toys for Tots Campaign
After several years without a Toys for Tots campaign in Lincoln County, two members of Wiscasset’s Huntoon Hill Grange will take on the challenge this year.
Jeep Slides Down Landing, Into South Bristol’s Harbor
A white 1987 Jeep Wrangler went for a swim in The Gut the evening of Monday, July 29, after sliding down the ramp at Eugley Landing in South Bristol.
DA Dismisses Manslaughter Charge in Connection with Swimmer’s Death on Damariscotta Lake
The district attorney’s office has dismissed a manslaughter charge against a Massachusetts boater in connection with a swimmer’s death on Damariscotta Lake last August, saying it could not prove the charge beyond a reasonable doubt.
New LA Head of School Stresses Community, Openness
The renovations underway in the front office at Lincoln Academy illustrate the approach of openness and community new Head of School Jeffrey Burroughs hopes to bring to the school.
Sen. Dow Presents Whitefield Author with Legislative Sentiment
On the afternoon of Thursday, July 25, state Sen. Dana Dow, R-Waldoboro, presented Whitefield writer and longtime Lincoln County News columnist May Davidson a legislative sentiment in honor of her recent 90th birthday and the June publication of her new book, “Whatever It Takes: Seven Decades of True Love, Hard Work, and No Regrets,” from Islandport Press, islandportpress.com. The sentiment was co-sponsored by Rep. Chloe Maxmin, D-Nobleboro.
Hearty Roots to Extend Mission Throughout the Year
Under an open-air barn with water dripping from its eaves, a group of 10 girls share their experiences after a week of camp programs with Hearty Roots.
New Bristol History Center in the Works at Pemaquid Mill Property
The former Hammond Lumber Co. storefront next to the historic Pemaquid Mill building at 2089 Bristol Road is set to become the Bristol History Center and serve as the new headquarters of the Old Bristol Historical Society.
TV Star from Damariscotta Returns to Screen Short Film at Local Fest
Ryan Gaul, a Damariscotta native and 1992 graduate of Lincoln Academy who has appeared on TV comedies including “The Last O.G.,” “Superstore,” and “House of Lies,” will return to Lincoln County for the Maine debut of his new short film at the inaugural MidCoast Film Festival.
Couple Reincarnates Classic Country Store in Wiscasset
After 28 years in a horse barn in rural New York, a country store with a variety of home goods and gifts has come to 52 Water St. in Wiscasset village.
