Leadership looks different on everyone. For Wendy Pieh, the Bremen Select Board chair, cashmere farmer, and former Canada Outward Bound Wilderness School program director, that look involves a lot of trust and community building.
Wiscasset Passes $10.9 Million Education Budget As Proposed, Despite Debates
Wiscasset residents debated and ultimately passed a $10,896,270.38 education budget over the course of three hours on Tuesday, April 29.
House, Cat Lost Overnight in Jefferson Blaze
Jefferson residents lost their home and pet cat in a Friday, April 25 fire that was ultimately ruled to be accidental by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Newcastle Select Board Submits Recommendations for Intersections to DOT
Bringing to a close more than a year’s worth of work, the Newcastle Select Board decided at its meeting Monday, April 28 to submit its recommendations for two of the town’s major intersections to the Maine Department of Transportation to consider if the state decides to move forward with projects at either location in the future.
New Coordinator to Help Olde Bristol Days Parade, Festivities Continue
After a few months of uncertainty surrounding how the historic festivities will look, it appears Olde Bristol Days will continue this summer in its full scope Aug. 9-10.
Security Footage Sheds Light On Somerville Altercation
An altercation at the Somerville town office led to violence during a March 25 budget committee meeting. The incident was preceded by a discussion about broadband internet funding and followed by verbal threats, according to security footage reviewed by The Lincoln County News.
Inaugural RSU 48 Budget Totaling $13 Million Set For May 6 Vote
For the first time in their shared history, on Tuesday, May 6 residents from Bremen, Damariscotta, and Newcastle will consider a single education budget to cover expenses for their 600-plus pre-K through grade 12 students.
Characters of the County: Being Honest and Transparent with Aaron Smith
Visitors to Two Bridges Regional Jail in Wiscasset come from all corners of the state, from every kind of background, for all sorts of reasons, almost always involving some form of legal trouble. Since 2015, every single one of them has shared one thing in common: in one form or another they have all passed through the administrative hands of Cpl. Aaron Smith.
Jefferson Voters Approve $1.5 Million Budget, Food Sovereignty Ordinance
Jefferson voters approved a $1.5 million municipal budget, elected a new school committee member, and adopted a food sovereignty ordinance during their annual town meeting by referendum on Tuesday, April 22.
Nobleboro Principal Plans Return To His Roots
Almost three years after he was appointed as principal of Nobleboro Central School, Adam Bullard is planning his return to where his career started.
Bremen Houseboat Owner Aims to Provide ‘Simple Experience’ on Pemaquid Lake
After receiving an award from the U.S. Small Business Administration and celebrating her fourth anniversary of living in Bremen, Rheanna Sinnett is gearing up for another season on Pemaquid Lake.
Community Rallies to Grant Family’s Easter Wish
“This may be a long shot…” began the April 16 post by Waldoboro resident Kelsie Jusko to the Damariscotta/Pemaquid Area Bulletin Board Facebook page.
Waldoboro Responders Honored for Lifesaving Actions
Four Waldoboro first responders were honored on Tuesday, April 22, for actions that EMS Chief Derek Booker said encapsulated the “expertise, passion, and empathy” the service strives for.
Legendary Coach and Teacher I.J. Pinkham Passes On
Legendary Boothbay Region High School coach and teacher Irving “I.J.” Pinkham is perhaps best known around the state as the winningest boys basketball coach in Maine history, but in the Boothbay region, he is also known as a passionate math teacher who had a lasting impact on all students, including those who struggled with the subject.
