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Robert "Busch" Bouchard, obituary
APPLETON — Robert Lee Bouchard "Busch", 74, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Appleton on June 28, 2024. He was born July 20, 1949, in Caribou, Maine, the first of three sons to Clarence and Patricia (Davenport) Bouchard. Busch grew up in the town of Appleton and graduated...
Thoughts in mid-July
It’s not too late to get out on the water. I haven’t been on a boat to see our beautiful coastline for several years. I always hand off the coverage of the Parade of Sail on Windjammer Days to others. On my list of things to do this summer; I hope it’s on your list, too.
Southport Yacht Club
Saturday’s season highlight was the annual wine tasting with sommelier extraordinaire Jack Bauman. Jack captivated the crowd once again with a new twist: the comparison of two wines of the same type of grape. One was higher priced and one was lower. The group took hand votes and it was surprising how many favored the less expensive of the pair. We are so grateful for Jack’s witty personality and vast experience in the field of wine.
Motorcycle Ride to Benefit 4-Year-Old Maine Girl For Life-Saving Surgery
Young 4-year-old Aubrey from Gardiner is sadly fighting for her life. She is strong and spirited and is battling a severe heart defect, bad lungs, and her life depends on a big operation. She needs a heart and lung transplant, but because of how expensive this surgery is, Aubrey needs our help.
‘Lobsterbake and More’ Aug. 10 at Lincoln Home
Our annual Lobsterbake and More returns to the Lincoln Home on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 4 to 7 p.m. Get your tickets early for a fun summer evening under the tent on the shores of the Damariscotta River. The Sandy River Ramblers Bluegrass Band returns for some toe tapping music and after dinner dancing. Enjoy fresh Damariscotta River oysters, appetizers, salads, clams, corn, lobsters and chicken with delicious blueberry desserts and ice cream.
Police respond to incident in Augusta
AUGUSTA - Troopers are on the scene of an incident in Augusta. A spokesperson says Tac Team and Crisis Negotiation Teams are responding. Route 3 near the Augusta line is closed at this time. We will have more information as it becomes available.
New Teachers Hired
The Mount Markham Central School District Board of Education met Tuesday night to discuss new business and have their reorganizational meeting. District Clerk Christine Roberts introduced the District-Wide Safety Plan for the 2024-25 School Year. MMCSD Superintendent Joe D'Apice said the new plan is 90% the same as last year's...
BH Opera House: Teada on stage Aug. 1
The arrival of August also sees the arrival of the Irish band Téada to the historic Opera House in Boothbay Harbor. On Thursday, Aug. 1 the band brings the best of Celtic traditional tunes and dance to stage. A traditional band with a truly worldwide reach, Téada has appeared...
Seven Injured, Including Six Children, after Crash in Maine
Seven people were injured, including six young children, after a rollover crash in Durham on Monday. The crash happened around 4 pm on Royalsborough Road (Route 136). Officials said Crash Declared Mass Casualty Incident. The Durham Fire and Rescue said “Due to the number of patients, the incident commander declared...
Mr. Drew joins 207 — and brings a jungle carpet python with him
PORTLAND, Maine — Andrew Desjardins owns and operates Mr. Drew and His Animals Too, a center in Lewiston that cares for and rehabilitates animals. Many of the animals he takes in are native to Maine and injured, or they're exotic animals that were once kept as pets. On this...
Last few days for double bill at Maine Art Gallery
Two concurrent shows, “Paint It!” Wiscasset, the Maine Art Gallery’s annual plein air event and “Drawn to Maine,” an exhibition of works on paper, will conclude on Sunday, July 21. Gallery hours are Thursday - Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The plein air...
Man arrested in connection with Maine death investigation following police chase, standoff
Authorities say they have arrested a person of interest in a death investigation in Cushing, Maine, following a police pursuit and a 4-hour standoff Tuesday. Around 2 p.m. Tuesday, Maine State Police said they became involved in a motor vehicle pursuit on Route 32 in Windsor. The driver of the...
Fulton Wallace Curtis
Fulton Wallace Curtis, 86, passed away peacefully at the Sussman House on July 10, 2024, in Rockport. Fulton was the youngest child of nine, born in Richmond, where he spent his youthful years. Fulton graduated from Richmond High School where he was actively involved in football, basketball, and played the clarinet in the band. His band had the honor of traveling to Washington, D.C., marking a memorable high school experience.
Julieanne R. Hyatt, obituary
WARREN — Julieanne R. Hyatt, 82, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, Thursday, July 4, 2024, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Rockland, June 20, 1942, she was the daughter of Julian and Virginia Thompson Oliver. Educated locally she attended Rockland District High School. Later in life she earned her diploma from Camden Rockport High School at the same time as some of her children.
Two Women Injured after Two-Vehicle Crash in Maine
Two women were injured Tuesday morning after a two-vehicle crash on Washington Street in Auburn. The Auburn Police Department said 77-year-old Carole Bennett from Lewiston was driving across the street when her vehicle was hit by 25-year-old Hedulene Domingos from Lewiston. Impact sent Car in Grass Median. “The impact sent...
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