Following a full-day mediation session on Monday, Oct. 7, the Wiscasset Select Board and the Maine Yankee Atomic Power Co. reached a tentative agreement in a two-year property tax assessment dispute.

State Rep. Abden S. Simmons, R-Waldoboro, said he is running for reelection to House District 45 to continue advocating for commercial fishermen statewide and to empower working Mainers.

Jennifer A. Stone, D-Waldoboro, said she is focused on health care, rising costs, and listening to constituents in her bid to represent House District 45.

Discussions ranging from improving education in the state to addressing housing needs were had by four candidates for state office during the second of five forums co-hosted by The Lincoln County News and the Boothbay Register on Monday, Sept. 30.

Whether it’s a friend, family member, or partner, Damariscotta author Shannon M. Parker uses a nautical Midcoast backdrop to foster exploration of what it means to trust and to love in her third novel, “Love & Lobsters.”

Five candidates for state office discussed issues plaguing Mainers ranging from rising property taxes to increased housing needs during the first of five forums co-hosted by The Lincoln County News and Boothbay Register on Thursday, Sept. 26.

A congregation of around 40 people passed through the balloon and bunting bedecked entrance to the Bremen Union Church for its 200th anniversary service Sunday, Sept. 29.

James William “Bill” Hunt III, R-Southport, wants to help working-class residents by limiting the government’s involvement in their everyday lives, which has moved him in his bid for House District 48.

State Rep. Holly B. Stover, D-Boothbay, is focused on continuing her work of making sure Mainer’s have access to their most basic needs in her reelection to House District 48.

Residents shared statements of support and asked questions about proposed zoning code amendments concerning the retail sales of firearms near educational institutions during a public hearing hosted by the Newcastle Planning Board the evening of Thursday, Sept. 19.

Rep. Michael Lemelin, R-Chelsea, is focused on addressing electricity costs and affordable housing in his bid for reelection to House District 53.

Judy Tunkle, D-Dresden, is ready to see change occur in the Legislature and communication between representatives and constituents heightened, inspiring her bid for House District 53.

Over the more than 44 years that Frank Hample lived in Somerville, the former selectman, planner, volunteer, and family man made a lasting mark on his town, on Lincoln County, and on the state of Maine. Those who knew Hample, though, say that he was never one to seek out accolades or recognition for his service.