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The Lincoln County News

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Local Partners Launch Crowdfunding to Purchase Fernald’s

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A group of Lincoln County residents are working to bring S. Fernald’s Country Store in Damariscotta from family ownership to community ownership after 18 months on the market. They hope a crowdfunding campaign will raise $35,000 to bring them over the finish line and “Save Fernald’s” by early February.

High Tide Floods Damariscotta Parking Lot

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High tides and heavy rains have combined to swamp areas in Damariscotta, flooding the town’s municipal parking lot, threatening business in the area, and prompting the closure of a section of Bristol Road near Days Cove.

Characters of the County: Danielle Filosa’s Home

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The turn of the new year is a time to set intentions and look towards the horizon. For Danielle Filosa, a set decoration buyer and director of belonging at Inn Along the Way in Damariscotta, she sought community on skylines around the world until she found her home in New Harbor.

Cross-County Rail Service Future in Transit for Damariscotta Operator

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The train tracks that cross Lincoln County have been mostly quiet for the past eight years, punctuated by occasional freight traffic and short-lived attempts to revive passenger service. A pilot passenger program in the 2023 tourist season looked promising, but mechanical issues, the closure of a primary freight customer, and deliberation at the regional level have placed Damariscotta-based operator Midcoast Railservice in an uncertain position.

CLC Ambulance Service Budget Up 10%

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Central Lincoln County Ambulance Service’s operating budget for the next year is up just over 10%, leveling off after pandemic-era increases. Service Chief Nick Bryant said costs to member towns are not likely to make sudden jumps in coming years, though the service is attempting to stay ahead of rising equipment and personnel costs outside its control.

Medomak Valley Boys Basketball Coach Nick DePatsy Achieves 400th Win

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Dozens of Medomak Valley fans held 400 signs in the stands at Morse High School after the team’s 64-35 thumping of the Shipbuilders on Thursday, Dec. 28 earned Nick DePatsy his 400th win as a high school basketball head coach. It was a special moment for the community that brought a smile to his face after coaching his squad intensely during the 32 minutes of the match.

Characters of the County: John Reny’s Lincoln County Life

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The space between Christmas and New Year’s often feels like the lull between two songs where the world gets to collect its breath. John Reny, a musician, gardener, and owner of Renys department stores, has been a part of the frenzy of the holiday spirit in Damariscotta, and the lives of Mainers, for a long time.


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