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The Lincoln County News

Serving Maine and Lincoln County for over 140 years

Wiscasset Considers Using Reserve Funds to Prevent Tax Hike

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The Wiscasset Board of Selectmen may soon call a special town meeting to request authority to use reserve funds to prevent another tax hike. With $2.5 million in lost valuation from an increase in the homestead exemption and $1.1 million in lost valuation from Maine Yankee property, the town needs about $650,000 to hold the current mil rate of $18.71, Town Manager Marian Anderson said.

Family of Six Escapes Fire at 1850s Farmhouse in Whitefield

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A family of six and their dog escaped a fire at an 1850s farmhouse in Whitefield early Sunday, Sept. 3. The house burned down and two cats are missing, but firefighters saved a nearby building with more animals inside. Homeowners John and Melanie Pagurko and their four daughters were asleep when a smoke detector went off, according […]

Electrical Fire Extinguished at Pioneer Motel in Edgecomb

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A motel guest with a coffee mug and a firefighter with a garden hose helped prevent an electrical fire from spreading at the Pioneer Motel on Route 1 in Edgecomb on Saturday, Sept. 2. Firefighters from Edgecomb and three neighboring towns responded to finish the job and clear the building of smoke. The fire appears to have […]

Local Architect Reflects on 30-Year Renovation of Maine State House

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Lincoln County residents are familiar with the work of local architect Rick Burt, including the Lincoln Academy Alumni Dining Commons in Newcastle and Rising Tide Community Market in Damariscotta. Recently, however, the Maine Senate recognized Burt for his role in another project – the 30-year-plus restoration of the Maine State House.

Alna Weight-Loss Group Celebrates 25th Anniversary

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For 25 years, a group has gathered at the Newcastle-Alna Baptist Church for members to support each other as they work toward their weight-loss goals. At 10 a.m. Sept. 11, the members of TOPS 206 will celebrate their silver anniversary with an open house at the church.

Alna Hair Salon a Dream Come True, Owner Says

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The Field of Dreams Hair Salon, the only salon in Alna, opened its doors on West Alna Road in June. The salon is the culmination of owner Melissa Averill’s long-held career goal and a space where she can share the latest trends in hair care and style with her customers, she said.

Damariscotta River Aquaculture Pioneer Goes Wild

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There was no equipment or retail market to support Maine’s oyster aquaculture when Barb Scully, of Edgecomb, entered the industry 31 years ago. Maine oysters are now distributed across the country, with widespread recognition of the Damariscotta River as producing some of the finest-quality oysters on the market.


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