A huge crowd gathers for the 2026 Claw Down at Sample's Shipyard June 18. STEVE EDWARDS/Boothbay Register

13th annual Claw Down grabs appetites and huge crowd

The 13th annual Claw Down, a June 18 event put on by Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce at Sample's Shipyard, saw several area restaurants vie for prizes for their lobster bites. The popular event drew 425 people who enjoyed the bites, music and more.…

Windjammer Days 2026

Blessing of the Fleet and Memorial Service held June 21

Sunny skies before an afternoon thunderstorm blessed the Blessing of the Fleet and Memorial Service on Sunday, June 21. About 26 boats – lobster, fishing, Coast Guard and harbor master boats – passed by Boothbay Harbor Fish Pier where area clergy, Pastor Glen…

700 drones will light up the skies July 18 with a patriotic showing for America's birthday. Courtesy of Northern Lights Drone Shows

Maine’s largest drone show in Boothbay Harbor July 18

Boothbay Harbor is hosting a spectacle July 18 for America’s 250th birthday with a 700-drone light show put on by Wisconsin-based Northern Lights Drone Shows. The 17-minute show will feature over 20 patriotic and locally themed formations, paired…

The garbage truck that hit the utility pole on Route 96 on June 19. Facebook photo by Chrissa Marie

Garbage truck snaps pole in East Boothbay

Emergency personnel were called to a scene on Route 96 in East Boothbay this morning as a garbage truck hit and snapped a utility pole near the intersection of Route 96 and Dodge Road near Smugglers Cove Inn. Traffic was stalled both directions as live…

Boothbay Harbor Lobster Boat Races

These action photos of the 2026 Charles Begin Memorial Lobster Boat Races in Boothbay Harbor held on Saturday, June 20 were provided once again by Register contributor and professional photographer Mike Leonard. Results of the races will be forthcoming. Those who…

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Violet Baldwin crowned 2026 Royal Windjammer

Emily Mirabile places the Royal Windjammer crown on Violet Baldwin's head. STEVE EDWARDS/Boothbay Register

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Don't forget the 72nd St. Philips Church Strawberry Festival June 27! Courtesy photo

On Saturday, June 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, 12 Hodge St. in Wiscasset will be…

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: 3 arrests

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to 321 calls for service for the period…

SIA’s Fourth of July Parade at Newagen

The Southport Island Association will sponsor the 4…

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Movie musical "1776" on July 1 at 6 p.m. at the Harbor Theater. Courtesy of Harbor Theater and Sony Pictures

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SPI event kicks off the 2026 Windjammer Days

The Maine Model Yacht Club and Spruce Point Inn hosted…

Olde Bristol Days announces free registration for the 13th annual OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show on Aug. 8. Courtesy photo

The 2026 OBD Williams-Fossett Vintage Car Show continues to register interesting vehicles for the…

Boothbay Harbor Treasure Hunt sets sail for the 2026 season

The McCaffrey family from Chelmsford, Massachusetts begins the Treasure Hunt. Elaine Jones photo

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T Marie & Bayou. Boothbay Harbor Opera House. July 3. Got tickets? Courtesy of the venue

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BRSAF announces two new Named Funds

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Southport Column: Upcoming meeting and vote

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Windjammer Days 2026

Decorated Boat Parade

The Windjammer Days 2026 Decorated Boat Parade was held Sunday evening, June 21. Here, Register contributor…

CSD school committee nods admin, director contracts

June 19, the Community School District (CSD)…

Brody Campbell meets town manager

A 10-year-old has Boothbay Town Manager Dan Bryer's attention on an important municipal project…

Maine Art Gallery

'Song of the Wild' lives up to its name

The Maine Art Gallery was humming with “good vibes,” as many said, from the art and music last…

CSD trustees share worries on taxpayer strain

June 16, Community School District (CSD) trustees raised concerns about the impact…

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Hope Southport rejects changes to Hendricks Head Beach

Dear Ediitor:

We live on…

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Letter to the editor

Return to fundamentals

Dear Editor:

A recent letter to the editor called for us to teach “harmony” in our…

Letter to the editor

Protecting our polls

Dear Editor:

President Trump has stated that U.S. troops could be stationed at polling…

This week at the Harbor Theater

Bob Krist's documentary will screen at Harbor Theater on Sunday, June 28. A members-only event that should have tickets for non-members, too. Courtesy of Bob Krist

"Toy Story 5" - (PG; 1 hour, 42 minutes) - The toys are back in Disney and Pixar’s Toy…

Letter to the editor

Thank you BRTV

Dear Editor:

I am writing to express my gratitude to Boothbay Region TV Station (BRTV) for allowing me to shadow…

Letter to the editor

Buyers on the hook

Dear Editor:

It’s amazing how little you get for your money these days of Trumpflation!…

Letter to the editor

Housing shortage is serious

Dear Editor:

My home, Boothbay Harbor, is a great place, but it faces a serious housing shortage.…

Tides

Tuesday, 06/23
12:42 AM	Low	0.96`
7:03 AM	High	8.99`
12:58 PM	Low	1.00`
7:32 PM	High	9.78`

Wednesday, 06/24
1:44 AM	Low	0.96`
8:05 AM	High	8.63`
1:53 PM	Low	1.38`
8:25 PM	High	9.76`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Tides

Tuesday, 06/23
12:30 AM	Low	0.90`
6:41 AM	High	8.46`
12:46 PM	Low	0.94`
7:10 PM	High	9.21`

Wednesday, 06/24
1:32 AM	Low	0.91`
7:43 AM	High	8.13`
1:41 PM	Low	1.30`
8:03 PM	High	9.19`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Rockland Tides

Tuesday, 06/23
12:28 AM	Low	0.76`
6:42 AM	High	9.66`
12:47 PM	Low	0.69`
7:12 PM	High	10.30`

Wednesday, 06/24
1:27 AM	Low	0.78`
7:41 AM	High	9.30`
1:40 PM	Low	1.08`
8:04 PM	High	10.27`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

Belfast Tides

Tuesday, 06/23
12:23 AM	Low	0.99`
6:36 AM	High	9.82`
12:42 PM	Low	1.10`
7:04 PM	High	10.52`

Wednesday, 06/24
1:23 AM	Low	0.98`
7:36 AM	High	9.49`
1:36 PM	Low	1.46`
7:56 PM	High	10.49`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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