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.
Business Forum Celebrates ‘Truly Thriving Economy’ in Twin Villages
More than 100 leaders of local businesses filled the Darrows Barn at Round Top Farm in Damariscotta on Friday, Sept. 22 for the inaugural Twin Villages Business Forum.
Whitefield Family Counts Its Blessings after House Fire
The Pagurkos, of Whitefield, have been through bankruptcy, injuries from a car accident, physical illness, and an emotional search for appropriate services for their son’s autism. “We used to say, ‘It could be worse – our house could burn down,’” John Pagurko said.
Fire Destroys Bristol Blacksmith’s Workshop
Fire destroyed the blacksmith’s workshop at Scottish Lion Wrought Iron, 587 Bristol Road, Bristol, the morning of Monday, Sept. 25.
With Funds in Hand, Damariscotta Plans Construction of Public Restrooms for Spring
With an infrastructure project on Elm Street and a major culvert replacement on Egypt Road in progress, another long-awaited project in Damariscotta will soon be underway: the construction of public restrooms downtown.
Oxbow Reaps Alna Hops for Annual Harvest Beer
Oxbow Brewing Co. employees spent the better part of Sept. 13-14 at the Alna Hopyard and Farm harvesting hops for a beer the brewery makes once a year from only Maine ingredients for its Goods From The Woods celebration.
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