There is always an air of excitement here in the village the week of the Fourth of July. Flags and banners go up on most houses and everyone along Route 32 is readying their front lawns to accommodate many lawn chairs in which to watch the parade.
PLEDGE
The Lincoln County News reporters sit through a lot of municipal meetings and gatherings that have to do with local governance. That’s part of the gig and part of our duty as journalists.
Characters of the County: Behind the Plate with Jeff Lamb
The saying goes many hands make light work, but those involved need to coordinate if the work is going to be light. Sports enthusiast and Newcastle Publick House sous-chef Jeff Lamb, of Damariscotta, brings that team-oriented mentality to whatever he’s trying to accomplish.
Sole and Tread Towards a Safer and Less Car-Focused Community
After a period of “radio silence,” we are continuing to report on the activities of the Public Safety and Accessibility Collaborative. After some recent changes, we are now working on increased collaboration between Damariscotta and Newcastle. And, indeed, our popular walking map has long been described as the Twin Villages Walking Map, and the Damariscotta Measured Mile – one of its features – is now a regular walking loop for both residents and summer visitors alike. (Walking Maps are available throughout the town and are free.)
Bringing Food Home Summertime Thanks
With summer officially here, many organizations and businesses are stepping into their busy season, and the food security programs at Healthy Lincoln County are no exception. With summer meals kicking off this week, farms starting to get in touch about gleaning opportunities, our SNAP booth at the Damariscotta Farmers Market in full swing, Grow-A-Row participants dropping off extras from their gardens, and share tables expanding for the season, we are happily feeling that summer rush.
BE HEARD
Back in October 2018, The Lincoln County News conducted a reader survey to learn more about how our readers and the community interact with the newspaper. More than 1,000 people took the time to fill out the survey online or mail in a paper copy, and thoughtful comments from readers like you helped us better understand how the newspaper is viewed locally.
Characters of the County: Painting Home with Susan Bartlett Rice
The beauty of Lincoln County lives in art all over the world, printed on paper, thrown into clay, and etched in the hearts of those who visit and call this place home. Susan Bartlett Rice, a painter and muralist living in South Bristol with her husband and two kids, has been capturing the textures and patterns of the Midcoast for most of her life.
Henry, A Dog’s Life in Maine
Hello my friends. I am not sure, but I am thinking maybe, just maybe spring has finally sprung. One cannot be too sure about these things.
Triathlon Training Tips with Sarah
The Pemaquid Beach Triathlon is on Sunday, Aug. 25. Ten weeks to go!
Paper Pets: Life with Tim
The Stinky, Little Sir, Potato, Bubba. These are just a few of many, many names we have given this handsome boy who now allows us to share the house with him.
Nobleboro History Revisited Alewives for Haiti
During the five years of 1936-1940, all surplus alewives at Damariscotta Mills were packed whole, salted, and shipped in barrels to Port au Prince, the capital of Haiti. The Haitian buyer was Brandt, Augusta, Nadal Co., whose trade name was Banco. As shown in the photo, the name Banco was stenciled on each barrelhead. Other information on the barrelhead was “Fancy Maine Alewives, Product of U.S.A., W. I. Oliver inspector.”
NOW AND FOREVER
By the time this paper hits newsstands, all graduation ceremonies in the county will have concluded.
Characters of the County: Counting on Erin Bean
It’s hard to forget those who answer the call for help in times of need, whether that’s a friend, family, or even a stranger. For Erin Bean, Dresden resident, Wiscasset Ambulance Service Chief, mother to six, gardener, and bagel baker, she’s been showing up for people for over 25 years.
Westport Island
It all starts out so simple. But gets complicated in a hurry. She lies feeling safe. Warm. Secure. Cared for. Protected. Fed. Loved. In my arms. A death grip on the plastic bottle. Sucking hard and fast. Then dozing for many seconds. Then sucking hard again. Then dozing. Until bottle’s empty and her eyes are closed. So peaceful.