As Rick Hagen sees it, he just has a soft spot for helping. Over the nine years he’s lived in Damariscotta, the active local volunteer has made a point to support others using the lessons he learned from his life’s challenges.
Look for Each Other
I recently heard a story about a squirrel that almost stole Christmas.
Volunteers Remember Local Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day
One hundred ninety-eight military veterans lay in eternal rest in Hillside Cemetery in Damariscotta. On Saturday, Dec. 17, National Wreaths Across America Day, volunteers including local Masonic brothers, Lions Club members, and current and former service people laid a Christmas wreath on the grave of each and every one.
Local Food Pantries Navigate Inflation to Provide for Holidays
Faced with higher costs, food pantries across Lincoln County found ways to provide Christmas distributions this month at the close of an increasingly expensive year. Some pantries cut the extras traditionally included or changed offerings, while many ordered far in advance to avoid supply chain challenges.
High Water Temporarily Closes Damariscotta Parking Lot
Damariscotta officials have reopened the town’s municipal parking lot earlier Friday, Dec. 23 after high tides and heavy rains prompted a temporary closure earlier in the day.
Alna Store’s New Owners Ready for Grand Opening
Concluding seven months of renovations, the new owners of The Alna Store are ready for the three-day grand opening weekend, running from Thursday, Dec. 22 through Saturday, Dec. 24.
‘This Is Donnie’s Truck:’ Bremen Dedicates New Engine to Former Chief
The Bremen Fire Department dedicated its new truck to late Chief Donald “Donnie” Leeman with a traditional wetdown ceremony the afternoon of Tuesday, Dec. 20. Leeman, who died unexpectedly on Sept. 17, was instrumental in obtaining the custom pumper/tanker for the department.
COVID-19 Testing Ramps Up Before Holidays
COVID-19 testing ramped up at LincolnHealth this past week, with 281 individuals being tested with 15 positives between Dec. 12 and 18.
School Committee Hears Comments About Chest Binder, Transgender Policy
The mother of a 13-year-old announced during a recent school committee meeting that she had withdrawn her child from Great Salt Bay Community School in Damariscotta after she learned a school social worker had given a chest binder to the student without the parents’ knowledge.
Hoax Threat Forces Evacuation of GSB
A bomb threat hoax forced the evacuation of Great Salt Bay Community School on Wednesday, Dec. 21, the final day of school before winter vacation.
At 83, Cancer Survivor Readies for Fourth Red Sox Fantasy Camp
Chemotherapy for bladder cancer a year and a half ago and the solitude of the COVID-19 pandemic left 83-year-old Walter “Bud” Elwin, of Walpole, rundown and out of shape.
Characters of the County: Corey Redonnett is a Musical Life
For some young musicians, ones blessed with equal parts talent and fearless determination, Berklee College of Music in Boston is the school to attend.
Moody’s Gifts Founder Lived a Life of Food, Faith, and Family
Nancy Anne Moody Genthner, co-owner of Moody’s Diner and Moody’s Gifts in Waldoboro was what one community member called a guiding light. As a business owner, an author and an innovator, as a mentor and a mother, she led a life defined by a strong work ethic and the overarching importance of family.
Newcastle Wreath Maker Contributes Decoration to the Blaine House
Christmas decorations at Gov. Janet Mills’ residence in Augusta this year include a wreath made by Newcastle local Wanda Wilcox, who won a blue ribbon for her work at the Fryeburg Fair in October.
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