The Damariscotta Select Board confirmed the appointment of Erik Josephson as the town’s next police chief during a special meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
Friends and Colleagues Remember Former Skidompha Director
Pam Gormley, a prominent yet quiet force in the Twin Villages for more than two decades, passed away in hospice care last week following a period of declining health.
Characters of the County: Aidan Fraser Proves Anyone Can Go Home Again
The windows in the living room of Aidan Fraser’s downtown Damariscotta apartment face south, looking down the Damariscotta River. The scenic view takes in the town’s municipal parking lot and the small harbor where the Pumpkinfest Regatta rages every October.
Westport Island Committee to Consider to Deer Population Issues
Westport Island is seeking volunteers for a new committee charged with coming up with a plan to resolve issues with the island’s rampant deer population.
Waldoboro Fire Destroys Shed, Damages Mobile Home
A structure fire in Waldoboro destroyed a shed and part of a mobile home on Tuesday, Dec. 30.
Mobius Partnership Gives Donated Furniture New Life for Stepping Stone
A partnership between Mobius Inc. and Stepping Stone Housing Inc. is turning donated furniture into a fundraising tool while giving a group of men with developmental disabilities the chance to build skills and contribute directly to their community.
Damariscotta Planning Board Approves Cannabis Store Application
The Damariscotta Planning Board approved a conditional use permit application for a new adult-use cannabis store during its meeting on Monday, Jan. 5.
New Pep Band Aims to Bring More Spirit to LA Games
A new community pep band hopes to make its debut during Lincoln Academy’s basketball season.
Lincoln County Updates Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners adopted an updated hazard mitigation plan at their meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 6.
Characters of the County: Rebecca Smith Waddell Offers A Delicate Balance
As an administrator for the What’s New in Waldoboro Facebook group, Rebecca Smith Waddell sees her role as both a communicator and a protector.
Medomak Wrestlers Grady and Shamus Pease Secure 150th Wins
Medomak Valley senior twins Grady and Shamus Pease joined an elite group of wrestlers, by securing their 150th wins seven days apart in December.
Jefferson Woman Wins #LCNme365 Photo Contest
Readers selected Jean Shippee, of Jefferson, as the winner of the 2025 #LCNme365 photo contest with her picture of a sunset on Monhegan Island.
Colleagues Remember Longtime Fish Ladder Advocate, Newcastle Firefighter
The passing of Jim Brinkler on Dec. 14 after a brief illness has left a void where one of the pillars of the Newcastle community once stood.
Characters of the County: Ellie Busby Looks Back at a Year of Saying ‘Yes’
For most of the past year, Damariscotta resident Ellie Busby has made it a point to say yes to opportunities she might otherwise pass on. Taking stock as the year winds down, Busby said she may scale back the volume of commitments she agrees to in the future, but she would absolutely do it all over again.
