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Wiscasset police blotter
Wiscasset Police Department reported the following for April 1-30: April 1, Jennifer Libby, 45, of Wiscasset was summonsed for Operating with a Suspended Registration, by Officer Jonathan Barnes. April 2, William Hatch, 38, of Newcastle was arrested for Domestic Violence Stalking; by Barnes and Officer Nathan Willhoite. April 7, Joseph...
And they’re OFF.... Derby hat party at Brady’s
The 6th Annual Kentucky Derby Hat Party kicks off at 4pm at Brady’s featuring live music by Brett Slater, Best Hat Contest, and Derby games to get us until 6:57 Post time where we will all watch the fastest 2 minutes in sports'! Don’t miss it!!. Cheers!
5/27: Memorial Day Remembrance
Monday, May 27, 9:00–11:00 a.m. Join us before and after the Memorial Day Parade for a moment of reflection and time to gather together in the Great Room. Coffee and pastries will be served. *Please note that standard library check-out and public computers will not be available during this...
Selectmen approve victualer’s license for Cozy’s Dockside
On May 1, selectmen signed a victualer’s license for Cozy’s Dockside lessee Mike Nguyen. Selectmen also discussed with him repair work expected to begin on the property later this month. This is the third year Mike Nguyen and Louise Monroe will operate the seasonal eatery. Earlier this month,...
‘South Pacific’: First MSMT show of 2024
Maine Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) is proud to present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific,” the inaugural production for the 2024 season, opening June 5 at the Pickard Theatre on Bath Road in Brunswick. Since its premiere in 1949, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific” has mesmerized audiences worldwide, earning widespread acclaim and numerous accolades, including numerous Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Trask: Proposed fed changes could ‘decimate’ volunteer firefighting
Proposed Occupational Safety and Health Administration changes would increase requirements for training, equipment and more, and cost Alna more for firefighting, Fire Chief Mike Trask told selectmen April 25. He said the changes could decimate volunteer firefighting in Maine and across the nation. Among the changes Trask described would be...
Early childhood educator workshop connects music, mindfulness and compassion
On Friday, May 10, award-winning singer/songwriter Emilia Dahlin, founder of Sing Me a Story, and Kind Mind Founder Lee Sowles, are teaming up to offer a one-day workshop for early child educators, day care providers, and children’s librarians. Music, Mindfulness & Compassion is an experiential workshop where educators will learn playful and innovative practices to address anxiety, trauma, and self-regulation, and to bring more joy back into the classroom.
Trevett Column: Gathering May 15, island clean-up and more
May 15 will be our next gathering at the BICA hall. Our hosts, Joanne and Wendy would like you to bring either a main or side dish or a dessert to share. Don’t forget your beverage of choice. As always, water and coffee will be provided. You may contact Evelyn (380-6977 or evelynshahan@gmail.com) with any questions. See you at 5:30.
I-Team looks at history of traffic issues and crashes on stretch of I-95
(WFSB) - As work begins to demolish the bridge and get the highway back open, the I-Team is looking into the bigger picture of issues on this busy stretch of road. Local traffic experts say the stretch of I-95 from Greenwich to Westport is one of the most “traveled” sections of highway in our state.
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