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When our daughters were little people, we spent many fun times with family and friends at Barrett’s Park, a wonderful spit of land surrounded by Lobster Cove waters, sandwiched between Sprucewold, the road to Wall Point and greater Linekin Bay. It’s a public park…

Don't worry, he doesn't bite! The excitement was palpable Aug. 7 as attendees got a tour of Mr. Drew's exotic animals from his organization in Poland, Maine. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

‘Mr. Drew’ brings his zoo to Boothbay Harbor

Looking like a page had been ripped from National Geographic, a menagerie of exotic animals touched down at Boothbay Harbor Town Hall Aug. 7 for a presentation from "Mr. Drew and His Animals Too." Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library hosted the event. The titular Mr.…

Horses were a hit!

The residents and staff of St. Andrews Village were ready to greet two special guests Friday morning, Aug. 14, outside the Village Inn. The special guests had nothing to say, but the greeters were sure smitten with them. Enter Jimmy and Marley, horses owned by…

The selectboard appoints Denise Griffin 4-0 to a three-year term on the appeals board. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Gimbel resigns from BH selectboard, public forum conduct discussed

During an Aug. 10 Boothbay Harbor selectboard meeting, it was announced that Selectman Mark Gimbel is resigning due to personal reasons. Gimbel was reelected to his three-year seat in May. On Thursday, Aug. 13, Gimbel clarified that his resignation was because of…

Service dog fundraiser for veterans takes center stage Aug. 23 at Brady's

Each Sunday, the Saltwater Hillbilly entertains at Brady’s with his songs, wit and charm. But on Aug. 23, there will be a slight “paws" in the regularly scheduled afternoon program. Brady’s is holding a fundraiser for Maine Paws for Veterans. The…

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All Saints by-the-Sea dual celebration

Please join the All Saints by-the-Sea community on Sunday, Aug. 23 for a celebration marking the…

Celebrate Lincoln County history on the banks of the Kennebec Sept. 13

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Preservation Party, Lincoln County Historical Association’s annual…

Children's Day: Fun in the sun

The Aug. 9 sun shone bright and hot for families arriving at Boothbay Railway Village Museum for the annual…

Mary Lou Teel reflects on 45 years of storytelling

Jerry Homer introduces Mary Lou Teel, seated. EMMA BENVENUTO/Boothbay Register

Aug. 13, writer and producer Mary Lou Teel, whose career with CBS included working…

Brain health seminar Aug. 17 at Bigelow Lab

You're invited to a free seminar on “How to Improve Your Brain Health” at Bigelow…

An August Afternoon of Song

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The art of vacation

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Senior Scramble Aug. 10

1st place (57) Bill Farrin, Sean Chahalane…

Herbivorous fish: ‘Guardians’ of coral reef ecosystems

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences (BLOS) presented the fourth and final Café Sci…

Refuse district starts search for counsel

BRRDD board members float lawyer search and discuss maintence during a Aug. 13 meeting. ISABELLE CURTIS/Boothbay Register

Aug. 13, Boothbay Region Refuse Disposal District (BRRDD) talked about searching for a…

Student transfer agreements, AOS future return to discussion table

Worries about the strain student transfer agreements (superintendent…

BRHS Champions of Change commentary

Students should have their say

At Boothbay Region High School, students have expressed that they are struggling to be heard…

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Legendary folk roots and storytelling with Tom Rush

Legendary folk singer-songwriter and guitarist Tom Rush will bring his…

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Giving Domestic Abuse Survivors Hope for 45 Years

In 1981, a handful of survivors of domestic violence started an organization they…

Real Pirates in Boothbay Harbor, Maine – Round 2

Following the Clues from a 1717 Newspaper

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A caring community

Dear Editor:

Thank you to our great community!

There was a kitchen fire…

Family visiting? Come to the American Legion for Sunday breakfast

It’s the middle of summer and your entire family is coming to visit. You’ll…

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New Yorker cartoonist Liza Donnelly returns

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Olde Bristol Days marks 75 years

Pemaquid Mermaids. Courtesy of Anna Lyon

The 75th Olde Bristol Days was a tremendous success, according to event coordinator Sabrina Beach.…

BRHS fall sports begin Aug. 17

High school fall sports begin Monday, Aug. 17. Please see…

Time change on Santa's November visit

Santa and Mrs. Claus greet children on the Boothbay Common in 2025. File photo

Santa and Mrs. Claus will still be visiting the Boothbay Common on Saturday, Nov. 28, but the listing…

Maine home sales up in July

AUGUSTA (August 11, 2026)—An increase of single-family homes for sale in Maine has enticed awaiting buyers’ interest.…

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Organ and tissue donations

While waiting at the Department of Motor Vehicles in Topsham recently while my wife was waiting to get her…

2026 Maine Book Festival at the Thomaston Public Library

The 7th annual Maine Book Festival will be held on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to…

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Sunday, 08/16
2:22 AM	High	10.69`
8:22 AM	Low	-0.40`
2:49 PM	High	10.42`
8:46 PM	Low	-0.03`

Monday, 08/17
3:11 AM	High	10.07`
9:07 AM	Low	0.16`
3:35 PM	High	10.18`
9:38 PM	Low	0.32`

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Tides

Sunday, 08/16
2:00 AM	High	10.06`
8:10 AM	Low	-0.38`
2:27 PM	High	9.81`
8:34 PM	Low	-0.03`

Monday, 08/17
2:49 AM	High	9.48`
8:55 AM	Low	0.15`
3:13 PM	High	9.59`
9:26 PM	Low	0.30`

Marine Forecast
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Rockland Tides

Sunday, 08/16
2:02 AM	High	11.26`
8:13 AM	Low	-0.54`
2:30 PM	High	10.87`
8:36 PM	Low	-0.09`

Monday, 08/17
2:51 AM	High	10.62`
8:58 AM	Low	0.05`
3:16 PM	High	10.59`
9:26 PM	Low	0.26`

Marine Forecast
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Belfast Tides

Sunday, 08/16
1:54 AM	High	11.57`
8:06 AM	Low	-0.36`
2:21 PM	High	11.32`
8:31 PM	Low	0.05`

Monday, 08/17
2:43 AM	High	10.96`
8:52 AM	Low	0.24`
3:07 PM	High	11.04`
9:22 PM	Low	0.42`

Marine Forecast
Data courtesy of NOAA

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Joachim Cooder, Presented by Bagaduce Music

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Evergreen Home Performance named top insulation rebate contractor in Maine

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The Weekend is here!!

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