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The gink is about to go! By the time this issue of the newspaper hits the stands, the leaves from our ginkgo will all be on the ground. One day the tree is full with the bright yellow leaves and the next day the branches are empty. The “ginkgo drop” is sort of a…

BRES salutes Veterans Day

Boothbay Region Elementary School students and staff put on a grand celebration of patriotism in honor of Veterans Day on Friday morning, Nov. 7. After the school provided breakfast for visiting veterans, everyone gathered in the gym for a series of speeches, a…

Since 1977, Manon Lewis has fostered the joy of creativity with students in the Boothbay region school system. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

'Look how happy I am': BRHS art teacher Manon Lewis celebrates 48 years

Walking into Manon Lewis’ classroom at Boothbay Region High School (BRHS) is not unlike viewing Bosch’s painting "The Garden of Earthly Delights." First, the eye is overwhelmed by the colors and scale of the scene, but soon it focuses on the vignettes: the box of…

The start of the Halloween parade at the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library Oct. 31. FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

No trick, Boothbay Harbor's Halloween parade a real treat

The Boothbay Harbor Halloween Parade was another screaming success this year. Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library reported 680 princesses, ghosts and other festive attendees lined the streets for candy and treats. The parade started Oct. 31 at 4 p.m. from the library…

Seahawk AJ Crocker, center, in the starting pack at the Class C State XC Championships Nov. 1 in Augusta. Courtesy of Michael Gaffney

Seahawks runners rise above expectations at state meet

Seahawk cross country runners exceeded predicted seed performances at the Maine Class C State Championships Nov. 1 in Augusta. Coach Nick Scott said, despite challenging conditions, the athletes surpassed expectations in the final meet of the season. …

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Raymond Gilbert

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Loa L. Blake

Loa Lee Blake, 89, of Tenants Harbor, died as the…

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Dorell A. Carter

It is with profound sadness that we announce the…

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Jane H. Short

Jane Holcomb Short was born May 19, 1933 and died…

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Mae C. Reynolds

Mae C. Reynolds, 93, passed away peacefully and…

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‘New’ Boothbay Region Veterans’ Banners – June to September 2025

Volunteers light up the harbor

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Lighted Firetruck & First Responders Parade and Chili Cook-Off

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THE BED RACES ARE BACK! Who wants in?

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'Caravaggio' at Harbor Theater

Carvaggio's "The Cardsharps" - circa 1595. Kimbell Art Museum. Courtesy of Seventh Art's Exhibition Screen Marketing division

Two shows only: 2 p.m on Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15. Five years in the making, Exhibition…

Christmas dinner at the American Legion

Why spend Christmas Day alone? Come join us at the American Legion Hall at 25 Industrial Park…

Gingerbread house building class Nov. 19

Gingerbread Spectacular past creation. Courtesy of Cathy Sherrill

In preparation for the 19th annual Gingerbread Spectacular, the Boothbay Harbor Opera…

Southport planning board approves home renovation with 1 condition

On Nov. 5, the Southport Planning Board conditionally approved one application and…

Small canvas, big cause: ART in the Square is back

The Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) is excited to announce the return of its…

AARP scam alert: Honoring veterans and protecting them from fraud

Veterans Day, celebrated each year Nov. 11, is a time to honor the service…

Where It's At

American Whiteline woodblock printing ... in Provence

Imagine visiting the picturesque medieval village, Bourmes-les-Mimosas in southeastern France…

Next Waldo production co-written by Westport Island resident

Playwright Cheryl Salatino of Westport Island.

The Waldo Theatre’s upcoming community theatre production …

Walt Gorneau of Wiscasset to enter Maine Soccer Hall of Fame

In the fall of 1960, Walt Gorneau was the captain of the Hallowell High School football…

Concert to feature music from the 1930s to 1970s

Classic Harmony, a local singing group for seniors (55+), is preparing for the fall concert on Tuesday,…

Food pantry emergency aid

Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor

The Boothbay Region Food Pantry will be available every 14 days for all unpaid federal employees working or…

Health Center announces resignation

Melody Rees, FNP-C has resigned her position with the Boothbay…

Open Farm Day at Cape Newagen Farm Nov. 15

Come to Open Farm Day at Cape Newagen Farm on Saturday, Nov. 15 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Courtesy photo

Mark your calendars and join Cape Newagen Farm on Southport for a special free Holiday Open Farm…

Boothbay Harbor Police Department: 2 arrests

Boothbay Harbor Police Department made two…

Plunge for a Purpose on New Year’s Day with Hearty Roots

Ready to chill out with Hearty Roots? Registration is open for this year’s Plunge…

OLQOP Advent program Dec. 6

The Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace is preparing a renewed, traditional Advent gift to the Boothbay region…

First Community Lunch draws crowd

Community Lunch. Courtesy of Jen Mitchell

The first Community Lunch of the 2025/2026 season was a great success with about 80 guests in…

Board 20 honors Dave Parkhurst, I.J. Pinkham

Two local prominent basketball figures were recognized Nov. 1 for their dedication to the…

Lincoln County Commissioners

Residents request Restorative Justice funding in 2026 county budget

Lincoln County commissioners still have a few missing pieces of…

BHSD reviews 2026 fiscal budget, proposed 7% rate hike

BHSD trustees consider a 7% rate increase during their second budget workshop on Nov. 4. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Boothbay Harbor Sewer District (BHSD) trustees hosted their second…

Balch and Jacques are Bone & Ivory

Pianist/vocalist Bess Jacques and trombonist Barney Balch, each leaders of their own bands,…

Coastal Rivers offers guided hike at Salt Bay Farm

Naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead a guided hike at Salt Bay Farm in Damariscotta on Nov. 17. Courtesy of Coastal Rivers

In celebration of national “Take a Hike” day, Coastal…

It’s coming!

Winter will arrive shortly bringing ice and snow to the area and Boothbay Area Sand for Seniors (BASS Project) is…

A Bird's Tale

A Modern Day Rare Bird Story

Common cuckoos may be common in Europe and Asia but they are decidedly rare in the U.S. Individual birds have been found only four times including this one from Long Island, New York, in October, 2025. Courtesy of Amy Simmons

There have been some very interesting rare birds spotted here in Maine over the last week or so. A…

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Sunday, 11/09
1:05 AM	High	10.93`
7:02 AM	Low	0.29`
1:18 PM	High	12.18`
7:46 PM	Low	-0.94`

Monday, 11/10
2:03 AM	High	10.47`
8:02 AM	Low	0.78`
2:18 PM	High	11.55`
8:47 PM	Low	-0.34`

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Lúnasa: Irish Christmas Celebration

Camden Opera House

American Patchwork Quartet

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MCH, Inc. has an opening for Custodial/Maintenance

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11/29 Wreath Making Workshop with Midcoast Blooms

Southport General Store & Barn

Sunday Breakfast!! New Hours!! Open at 7:30am

Brady’s

It’s Officially Cider Season

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Brady's open Lunch & Dinner AND SUNDAY BREAKFAST!!

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Brady's is open Lunch and Dinner!!

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Lúnasa: Irish Christmas Celebration

Camden Opera House

American Patchwork Quartet

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MCH, Inc. has an opening for Custodial/Maintenance

MCH Making Community Happen

11/29 Wreath Making Workshop with Midcoast Blooms

Southport General Store & Barn

Sunday Breakfast!! New Hours!! Open at 7:30am

Brady’s

It’s Officially Cider Season

Southport General Store & Barn

Brady's open Lunch & Dinner AND SUNDAY BREAKFAST!!

Brady’s

Brady's is open Lunch and Dinner!!

Brady’s

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Edgecomb Historical Society presentation

Sunday, November 9, 2025 - 03:00 pm

Community Lunch at Brady's

Monday, November 3, 0025 - 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

Monday, November 10, 2025 - 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Soup buffet lunch in East Boothbay

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Ocean on Tap: 'The Story of CO2 is the Story of Everything'

Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 06:00 pm

Bite before you Light!

Friday, November 14, 2025 - 04:00 pm to 6:00 pm

BRHS Drama Club presents 'Frozen JR'

Friday, November 14, 2025 - 06:00 pm

Rotary Barn

Saturday, August 30, 2025 - 08:30 am to 11:00 am

BRHS Drama Club presents 'Frozen JR'

Friday, November 14, 2025 - 06:00 pm

Boothbay Lights' Gardens Aglow

Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 04:00 pm to 9:00 pm

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The Gawler Family in Concert

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Meals on Wheels Holiday Online Auction Starting November 24th!

Evergreen Home Performance named top insulation rebate contractor in Maine

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