To connect with others is a deeply human experience, and in her roles as a teacher, a community development coordinator at Island Institute in Rockland, Bremen School Committee member, and former Bremen Broadband Committee chair, Christa Thorpe has been fostering that kind connection between and within communities her whole life.
Lincoln Academy Begins Turf Field Light Removal, Osprey Concerns Dissipate
At Lincoln Academy in Newcastle, school administrators’ efforts to safely deter osprey from nesting on antiquated light poles surrounding the turf field yielded fruit on Thursday, May 23, with staff members believing the birds have ceased their rebuilding attempts.
The Contented Sole Reopens for Season in New Location
With the help of their dedicated staff, The Contented Sole owners Warren Busteed and Beth Polhemus opened the restaurant at its new location at 32 Southside Road in New Harbor on Saturday, May 25.
Waldoboro to Bring Food Sovereignty Question to Voters
At the polls this November, Waldoboro voters will consider more than presidential candidates, as they will also weigh a potential food sovereignty ordinance. The Waldoboro Select Board voted unanimously to add the ordinance to the November warrant during its meeting on Tuesday, May 28.
Damariscotta River Cruises Continues Making Waves A Decade In
Damariscotta River Cruises in Damariscotta is celebrating its 10th full season of riparian voyages in the Twin Villages. Business and life partners Chip Holmes and Olga Oros have been operating their tour boat service from the dock at Schooner Landing Restaurant and Marina in Damariscotta full time since 2014.
The Creative Playground Offers Hub for Making and Learning in Newcastle
Damariscotta multimedia artist and educator Andrea Parker believes that creativity is at the heart of all things. But until recently, Parker said, she felt that the Twin Villages lacked a central hub where creatives and makers could unite to work and learn in community.
Nobleboro Select Board Appoints New Fire Chief
The Nobleboro Select Board named Lt. Kevin Rawley chief of the Nobleboro Fire Department, effective immediately, during a meeting the evening of Wednesday, May 22.
Characters of the County: A Slice of Nick Krunkkala’s Life
Certain things lend themselves to sharing, but there’s something special about food that brings people together. No one knows that better than Nick Krunkkala, the owner of Oysterhead Pizza Co., at 189 Main St. in Damariscotta. While the lifelong food lover shares his culinary passions with the public, he is also an avid pop-culture fan, national champion lacrosse player, and father of two daughters.
Dresden Board Grants Ledge Pit Appeal
Following a review of town ordinances and planning board procedures, the Dresden Board of Appeals voted to grant the appeal of a conditional use permit issued by the Dresden Planning Board in January.
Hearty Roots Finds Permanent Home in Bremen with Land Purchase
Hearty Roots, an outdoor-based community wellness program facilitating connection between people and nature, finalized the purchase of 114 acres of land in Bremen to serve at its headquarters on Wednesday, May 15.
Whitefield Planning Board Approves Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
Following months of discussion and research, the Whitefield Planning Board voted to approve a conditional use permit for a residential substance abuse treatment facility in Coopers Mills during a meeting the evening of Wednesday, May 15.
SBS Teacher Sets 50 Km Joggling World Record, Falls Short On 50-Mile
Endurance runner and circus enthusiast Jason Bigonia, of South Bristol, set out to break the world record for joggling 50 straight miles on Sunday, May 19 in Wiscasset. Joggling is a challenging niche sport that combines jogging with juggling.
RSU 40 Board Takes First Vote on Transgender and Gender Expansive Students Policy Deletion
At a nearly five-hour meeting on the evening of Thursday, May 16, the RSU 40 Board of Directors passed a motion to delete the district’s transgender and gender expansive students policy, the first of two votes that would be needed to remove the policy.
Edgecomb Approves Full-Time Fire Chief
Edgecomb residents packed into the town hall for their annual town meeting Saturday, May 18, working their way through a 66-article warrant in slightly under four hours. In the end, almost every article passed as written, however, public comments made it clear Edgecomb residents were feeling the financial pain.
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