Students arrived at Wiscasset Elementary School for the first day of school Tuesday, Sept. 5 and were greeted by a new principal. Open communication, high visibility, and a focus on the needs of the “whole child” will define Principal Stacy White’s approach to her new position, she said.
Family of Six Escapes Fire at 1850s Farmhouse in Whitefield
A family of six and their dog escaped a fire at an 1850s farmhouse in Whitefield early Sunday, Sept. 3. The house burned down and two cats are missing, but firefighters saved a nearby building with more animals inside. Homeowners John and Melanie Pagurko and their four daughters were asleep when a smoke detector went off, according […]
Electrical Fire Extinguished at Pioneer Motel in Edgecomb
A motel guest with a coffee mug and a firefighter with a garden hose helped prevent an electrical fire from spreading at the Pioneer Motel on Route 1 in Edgecomb on Saturday, Sept. 2. Firefighters from Edgecomb and three neighboring towns responded to finish the job and clear the building of smoke. The fire appears to have […]
Local Architect Reflects on 30-Year Renovation of Maine State House
Lincoln County residents are familiar with the work of local architect Rick Burt, including the Lincoln Academy Alumni Dining Commons in Newcastle and Rising Tide Community Market in Damariscotta. Recently, however, the Maine Senate recognized Burt for his role in another project – the 30-year-plus restoration of the Maine State House.
Edgecomb Man Sentenced for Robbery at Boothbay Harbor Hotel
An Edgecomb man was sentenced Monday, Aug. 28 for an armed robbery at a Boothbay Harbor hotel on Sept. 18, 2016.
Alna Weight-Loss Group Celebrates 25th Anniversary
For 25 years, a group has gathered at the Newcastle-Alna Baptist Church for members to support each other as they work toward their weight-loss goals. At 10 a.m. Sept. 11, the members of TOPS 206 will celebrate their silver anniversary with an open house at the church.
Motorcyclist Sustains Minor Injuries in Nobleboro Collision
A Waldoboro motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with a possible leg injury after a collision with a hatchback on Center Street in Nobleboro the morning of Thursday, Aug. 31.
Damariscotta River Aquaculture Pioneer Goes Wild
There was no equipment or retail market to support Maine’s oyster aquaculture when Barb Scully, of Edgecomb, entered the industry 31 years ago. Maine oysters are now distributed across the country, with widespread recognition of the Damariscotta River as producing some of the finest-quality oysters on the market.
Newcastle Cancer Warrior, 13, Raises Awareness of Pediatric Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and a 13-year-old Newcastle resident halfway through treatment for a brain tumor hopes to raise awareness in the community.
No Traffic Guards for Wiscasset on Labor Day Weekend
Efforts of Wiscasset’s downtown business owners to privately contract traffic guards to help alleviate traffic congestion over Labor Day weekend were unsuccessful.
Sen. Dow to Face Primary Challenge
Former Lincoln County Republican Committee Chair Gordon Colby, of Waldoboro, has registered as a candidate to challenge Sen. Dana Dow, R-Waldoboro, in the Maine Senate District 13 primary.
Independent Film ‘Rocket Club’ Shoots in Lincoln County
A Hawaii-based production company shot portions of its debut film in Christmas Cove, Jefferson, New Harbor, the Twin Villages, and other locations around Lincoln County during the last week of August.
Skidompha Kicks Off New Approach to Programming with Magical Celebration
Wizards and witches of all ages flocked to Skidompha Public Library on Thursday, Aug. 24 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the publication of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” with wand-making, a costume contest, and a scavenger hunt through downtown Damariscotta.
Damariscotta Resident Wins August Photo Contest
After submitting photos to the #LCNme365 contest since its inception, Damariscotta resident Jim Cosgrove won the contest for the month of August.
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