I have always had very fond memories of the Fourth of July. I grew up on a lake, so fireworks were always a big deal. I remember sitting on the dock dipping my toes in the water as I watched the fireworks go off from all over the lake, loud bangs echoing from all around me as I sat in the still of the night.
Commentary: An Update on the Jefferson Education Budget
As members of our school community, the Jefferson School Committee is invested in providing the best possible education for every child. This year’s proposed budget reflects not only our commitment to excellence but also the reality of the challenges we face, particularly the ongoing shortage of qualified staff and the significant, mandated costs associated with providing high-quality special education services.
Characters of the County: Along the Shores of Lisa Brackett’s Life
Those who live in a small community end up wearing a few different hats, and no one knows that better than Monhegan Island’s town clerk, tax collector, registrar of voters, manager of The Bait Bag, and former owner of the Bristol Diner, Lisa Brackett.
Round Pond
There is some beautiful new signage along with fresh flower barrels as you enter the village thanks to The Helping Hands. The old welcome signs were looking pretty tired and worn. These look amazing and will certainly make everyone feel welcome.
FRESH FACES
Last week, Piper Pavelich, one of the reporters who works tirelessly to bring you the news each week, bid her farewell. Her departure is bittersweet. We wish her well with her future personal and professional life, but The Lincoln County News family is losing a wonderful young journalist.
Characters of the County: Chapter by Chapter with Ann Leamon
So far, Ann Leamon’s life has taken her around the world to traverse the landscapes of economics and venture capital, competitive bike racing, baking, creative writing, and more. But no matter where she lands, Leamon said, most of the decisions the Waldoboro poet and writer has made are shaped by a love of learning and stories.
Henry, A Dog’s Life in Maine
Greetings, friends. As my mom and I are gathering thoughts for this article, we are sitting and shivering on our screened-in porch on this fine June morning. Brrr. I think we are going from winter straight to winter.
Thrifty Good Food Juicy Pork Chops, Citrusy Lentils and Peach Muffins
The merry month of June has arrived on our calendars with graduations assuring that Edward Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance” heads all charts for the most played music of the month. Felix Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March” probably comes in as a close second.
THE HARDEST GOODBYE
One of the most important lessons I’ve ever learned is that life is full of ups and downs and twists and turns. You truly never know what tomorrow will bring.
Characters of the County: Oh, The Places Chauncey Erskine Has Gone
Beyond travel is adventure, at least according to Chauncey Erskine, who has been an English teacher around the globe, traveled Southeast Asia on a motorbike, started a couple of successful businesses in Lincoln County, and been a ski instructor in Japan.
HUMBLE & KIND
When I was a kid, my family had a swing set in our backyard. It is by far one of my favorite things from my childhood.
Skidompha Skoop
First, thank you to everyone who showed up at our summer read kickoff!! We had an incredible crowd celebrate with us and pick up their bingo cards. I was in Boston that day, but stories and pictures reveal a day of fun, interest in reading, and love of the smoothie bike!
Characters of the County: With Art and Community, Peter Bruun Knocks Down the Walls of Stigma
Peter Bruun, an artist, art teacher, and director of the nonprofit Studio B, has spent much of his career using art to process and illuminate relevant community issues.
Triathlon Training Tips with Sarah
Start to get excited for the Pemaquid Beach Triathlon, hosted by Bristol Parks and Recreation and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust. The triathlon is on Sunday, Aug. 24. Eleven weeks to go! Until then, I will be writing weekly articles providing training tips for the beginner triathlete.
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