The Lincoln County News took home 17 awards in the 2022-2023 Maine Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest, including first place awards for sports photography, ad and page design, and Lincoln County Magazine.
Alna Makes Pinkham Pond Launch Decision
A decision has finally set the fate of unpermitted aggregate rocks on Alna’s Pinkham Pond boat launch, while others remain to be made about addressing runoff at the site and chartering the town’s road committee. The Alna Select Board discussed these items and approved a seasonal road maintenance budget at its Thursday, Oct. 5 meeting.
Damariscotta Chamber Executive Director Resigns
The Damariscotta Region Chamber of Commerce and Information Bureau will see a change in leadership in the new year. Executive Director Lisa Hagen gave her three months notice last week, citing the long-awaited Sept. 28 completion of the chamber building’s renovation project and her plans for retirement.
New Impact Projections for $81 Million RSU 40 Bond Escalate Concerns
The $81 million school capital improvement bond coming before the voters of RSU 40 in less than a month has financing terms, use plans, and projected tax impacts available for the first time.
LA Bell Origins Revealed During Belfry Removal
Close to a month after the original removal date, the Lincoln Academy belfry and bell were removed from the school by a crane the morning of Friday, Oct. 6, bringing administrators an unexpected revelation about a piece of the school’s history.
Waldoboro Woman Joyfully Stuck On Maine
Nobleboro native Jasmine Olson said she has “always liked to draw, (and) create random things.” She is inspired by the Maine imagery she has seen her whole life, the state’s natural flora and fauna. As a youth, Olson took classes at Waterfall Arts and the Round Top Center for the Arts. However, in her college years a lack of self confidence kept Olson from pursuing further arts education.
‘Woody Guthrie’s American Song’ is a Musical for All Times
“Woody Guthrie’s American Song” finishes its two-week run at Skidompha Public Library in Damariscotta with a final evening performance on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m. and matinee Sunday, Oct. 15 at 3 p.m.
Pumpkinfest Prevails Over Rainy Season for ‘Another Great Year’
Damariscotta Pumpkinfest and Regatta’s 18th year marked the end of a challenging, wet growing season that still yielded enough giant pumpkins to celebrate with large crowds and the return of several pre-pandemic events. Though one weekend day featured continuous rain, crowds were level with previous years during the rest of the festival, according to observers.
South Hunts Meadow Road Reopens in Whitefield
South Hunts Meadow Road in Whitefield is open to through traffic again now that roadwork related to a troublesome culvert has been completed.
Edgecomb Discusses Sewer Rate, Building Permit Increases
Possible increases in building permit fees and sewer rates occupied the Edgecomb Select Board on Tuesday, Oct. 3, along with plans for the town’s anniversary and several grant opportunities.
Brightfield School Revives Place-Based Education in the Midcoast
Parents interested in providing their child with a community centric education experience have a new option in the Midcoast with the founding of the Brightfield School for Place-Based Education in Bath.
Man Charged in Death of Edgecomb 3-Year-Old
Ten months after the Christmas Day death of Edgecomb 3-year-old Makinzlee Handrahan, the Maine State Police have charged a 29-year-old Edgecomb man with homicide.
Pumpkin Growers End Hard Season with New Champion, Long Gourd Record
Giant pumpkin, squash, and gourd growers from around the state battled a cold, wet, and humid summer to reach the Great Pumpkin Commonwealth weigh-off, held in Newcastle on Sunday, Oct. 1.
Jefferson School Committee Splits on Library Material Policy
Faced with an even number of members after a resignation earlier in the week, the Jefferson School Committee split three votes related to library material policy changes during its Monday, Oct. 2 meeting.
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