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John Vander: ‘Postcards From Sicily’
New works on paper by John Vander at Gold/Smith Gallery July 29 to Sept. 18. Said Vander, “This is a visual remembrance of a short trip to the island of Sicily this year in January. The classical and baroque share a loving cup of the local wine. Everything was very different from Tuscany. The sky was a deeper clearer blue, the sea a transparent turquoise and all the colors seemed to be electrified. Arriving at night, the half moon rising over the sea, heading to Mount Etna from Catania Airport, with its curve parallel to the sea was a profound and magical preface of things to come. I returned to Tuscany and began painting this new and extremely colorful experience.
Meet Jane Oliver-Gravel, Sales Agent at Newcastle Realty
Born and raised here in the Mid-coast, Jane has since raised four of her own children in this close-knit community. Seeking a post-retirement career in real estate, Jane looks forward to using her knowledge of the area while connecting individuals and families to their dream homes. In her spare time, Jane enjoys volunteering with several local organizations and spending quality time with her seven grandchildren.
Why BRLT supports the Boothbay Region Clean Drinking Water Initiative
Boothbay Region Land Trust (BRLT) is an organization with a mission to conserve land for the public benefit. We accomplish our mission through land acquisition, environmental education, and responsible stewardship. We do these things for the benefit of the general public as an organization whose mission is focused on sustainability and sensitivity to our community’s needs. The Boothbay Region public drinking water supply is from a surface water source. It is limited in its capacity and is relied upon by the community. The Board of Directors and staff of BRLT feel very strongly that being part of a collaboration working towards the preservation of clean drinking water is important.
Lobster rolls, a cookie walk, and fellowship: Who could ask for more?
The annual United Methodist Church (UMC) Country Fair and Lobster Roll Luncheon and Cookie Walk returned to its original in-person format this year. Held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event drew a steady stream of people to Southport Town Hall July 17. For those coming to the luncheon with friends or family who didn’t think lobster was “all that,” a hot dog lunch was served with a bag of potato chips and homemade cupcake with ice tea or lemonade.
Consolidated Communications requests changing 6 vets’ banner placements
Southport Selectman Gerry Gamage will contact Consolidated Communications regarding a request to move six veterans’ banner placements. Consolidated Communications didn’t specify the problem, according to town officials. During the July 17 selectmen’s meeting, Gamage volunteered to find out more about the request. He will contact Consolidated Communications’ employee Paul Perry who lives in Southport. “I will ask him what their issue is with the banners,” Gamage said.
Boothbay In Bloom Summer Fair: Good fun in the sunshine
The Boothbay In Bloom Summer Fair, held on Boothbay Common July 13 by Boothbay Region Garden Club, featured Club shops and region organizations offering information and fun for all ages. The BRGC activity with Bonnie Ginger was for the birds, no pun intended, stuffing pine cones with sunflower and almond...
Christmas in the heart of summer: ‘White Christmas’ at MSMT
MSMT is delighted to announce its enchanting summer production of the timeless classic Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Running from July 17 to Aug. 3, this heartwarming musical promises to bring festive cheer to the Pickard Theatre with its captivating performances, dazzling choreography, and unforgettable melodies. Based on the beloved film, this musical adaptation features a book by David Ives and Paul Blake and 17 Irving Berlin songs, including “Happy Holiday,” “Sisters,” “Blue Skies,” “How Deep is the Ocean,” “I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” “I Love a Piano,” “White Christmas” and more!
Boothbay selectmen make town appointments
Boothbay Selectmen made 10 municipal appointments July 10 retroactive from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027. Selectmen Chuck Cunningham, Russ Pinkham and Julie Roberts voted unanimously on the following appointments: Martin Page, James A. Tonon and David Steinmetz, board of appeals; Lucian C. Laurie Jr. and Mike Thompson, planning board; Cunningham and Jody Lewis, Boothbay Region Refuse Disposal District trustees; Larry Knapp, port committee; and Craig E. Barter, shellfish committee.
Siting of offshore wind port poses dilemma for Maine community
Ron Huber rifled through a thick folder full of decades of state environmental records outside a community hall in the tiny coastal Maine town of Searsport. For the longtime local conservation activist, the scene inside was a familiar one: Dozens of neighbors, workers, and environmentalists mingled over pizza and coffee, discussing the merits of a proposed industrial project that has potential to transform the local economy, but at the expense of a locally beloved natural area.
5 people, including 2 infants, hurt in Woolwich, Maine, crash
WOOLWICH, Maine (WMTW) - Five people, including two infants, were hurt in a crash in Woolwich Friday morning. Police say the crash happened at about 9:42 a.m. at the intersection of Route 1 and Montsweag Road. Investigators say a 2008 Subaru Outback, driven by a woman from Woolwich, was trying...
Meet Jane Oliver-Gravel, Sales Agent at Newcastle Realty
Born and raised here in the Mid-coast, Jane has since raised four of her own children in this close-knit community. Seeking a post-retirement career in real estate, Jane looks forward to using her knowledge of the area while connecting individuals and families to their dream homes. In her spare time, Jane enjoys volunteering with several local organizations and spending quality time with her seven grandchildren.
Bath records 2nd rabid fox case in 3 weeks after yearslong lull
BATH, Maine — After several years without a rabies case in Bath, two animals have been found to have the deadly virus within the last few weeks. On Monday, Bath police responded to an area near Route 1 after receiving calls about a fox that was acting strange and weaving in and out of traffic.
Retailers React: What truly motivates your sales team?
Certainly higher compensation works, but we’ve also had success with incentive-based initiatives such as offering extra days off for achieving team goals. —Tom Heffner, About All Floors Douglassville, Pa. I have a seasoned staff who are extremely concerned about the customer’s experience first and foremost. They are aware that...
Bowdoin International Music Festival celebrates 60 years
It's a big weekend for the Bowdoin International Music Festival, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary. The festival is one of the world's premier music institutes. Founded in 1964, it engages exceptional students and enthusiastic audiences through world-class education and performances. Each summer, 250 students from more than 20 countries...
Edgecomb officials to inspect Pioneer Motel violations
An April Maine Department of Health and Human Services inspection of Pioneer Motel in Edgecomb identified three critical and 11 non-critical violations of Maine Rules Relating to Lodging Establishments. The alleged violations included rodent infestation, lack of adequate cleaning, no commercial laundry facility, improper linen storage, missing smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, improper extension cord use, no material safety data sheets for on-site chemicals in use, loose and rotten handrails, and equipment and facilities needing maintenance, repair, or replacement.
Heather Cox Richardson welcomes New Yorker cartoonist Liza Donnelly
The Lincoln Theater is excited to present a unique and enriching event set to take place on Thursday, July 25 at 7 p.m. “An Evening with Liza Donnelly and Heather Cox Richardson” will feature The New Yorker cartoonist Liza Donnelly alongside renowned historian Heather Cox Richardson in an intimate conversation about women cartoonists, American history, and Liza’s new documentary film.
Wiscasset mulling fairness, stakeholding re: non-residents’ committee roles
Should a non-Wiscasset resident on a town committee be a voting member? And should they have to be a taxpayer? Those were some of the issues in selectmen’s public hearing July 16. Based on the hearing and selectmen’s guidance after it, Town Manager Dennis Simmons will draft ordinance changes...
Edgecomb 250th Celebration at Edgecomb Community Church
A small crowd of about 40 gathered at the Edgecomb Community Church on Sunday, July 14, for a special service honoring Edgecomb’s 250th Anniversary. The service was officiated by their newly hired pastor Aram Mitchell. The sermon was centered around the scripture Ecclesiasticus 44:1-15, whereby we should celebrate our ancestors who helped us pave the way to today and our future. “We look back, so that we can better make out way forward,” stated Mitchell.
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