The Wiscasset Board of Selectmen voted 3-2 to oppose the removal of parking spaces in Wiscasset on Tuesday, Oct. 3. The selectmen also voted 5-0 to request a meeting with Gov. Paul LePage and Maine Commissioner of Transportation David Bernhardt to discuss the removal of storefront parking in Wiscasset as part of the Maine Department of Transportation’s downtown traffic project.
1,756-Pound Pumpkin Breaks State Record at Damariscotta Weigh-Off
Close to 100 people witnessed the breaking of the state record for heaviest pumpkin at Pinkham’s Plantation in Damariscotta on Sunday, Oct. 1, during the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest’s annual giant pumpkin weigh-off.
Partners with 50 Years of Experience Open Heating Service in Round Pond
After working for a number of energy companies in their combined 50 years of experience, Caitlin Pinkerton and Nick Falabella recently opened their own business, CN Heating and Monitor Services, in Round Pond.
Faulty Wiring Causes Fire at Vacant House in Bristol Mills
Area firefighters battled a house fire at 7 Redonnett Mill Road in Bristol Mills the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 3. The building is “likely a total loss” due to the damage, according to Bristol Fire Chief Paul Leeman Jr.
Edgecomb Native Departs for Two-Year Stint in Peace Corps
After 11 months with AmeriCorps teaching algebra at a public high school in Dallas, Edgecomb native Ryan Peters is departing for his next adventure serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in a village in southern Africa.
Westport Island Woman Celebrates 100th Birthday
Elizabeth “Betty” Pierce couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about on her 100th birthday Sept. 26. After all, she has celebrated many birthdays, and being 100 years old was no big deal, just one year older. She even asked her daughter not to make a big deal of it.
Two Bridges Regional Jail Names New Administrator
After a 2 1/2-month hiring process, the Lincoln and Sagadahoc Multicounty Jail Authority Board of Directors hired James Bailey as the new jail administrator. Bailey has been serving as interim administrator since last October.
Bristol Woman Wins September Photo Contest
When voting closed on Monday, Sept. 25, a Bristol woman had won the September #LCNme365 photo contest by just one vote.
Damariscotta Appeals Board Remands Stepping Stone Decision for Clarification
The Damariscotta Board of Appeals voted 4-1 on Tuesday, Sept. 26 to remand Stepping Stone Housing Inc.’s application for construction at the former Blue Haven property back to the planning board.
Newcastle Selectman Calls for Renaming of Columbus Day
A Newcastle selectman has suggested that the town formally recognize the second Monday in October, Columbus Day, by some other name.
Nobleboro Boy, 9, Holds Yard Sale for Hurricane Relief
A 9-year-old Nobleboro boy held a yard sale Saturday, Sept. 23 to lend a hand to families and individuals whose lives have been turned upside down by recent hurricanes.
LA Talks Finances, Master Plan at Town Hall
Lincoln Academy answered questions about its finances and gave an update on the campus master plan during a town hall-style meeting at Parker B. Poe Theater in Newcastle on Wednesday, Sept. 20.
Public Weighs in on Marijuana Ban in Jefferson
Jefferson residents weighed in on a proposal to indefinitely prohibit recreational marijuana-related businesses during a public hearing Monday, Sept. 25.
Vendors Talk Future of Waldoboro Farmers Market
The Waldoboro Farmers Market could move from the village to Route 1 next year, one of several changes organizers hope will bring more vendors and customers to the seasonal market.
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