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From combat to law school, Maine veteran finds path forward
PORTLAND, Maine — Amanda Violette was 18 years old when she left her childhood home in Nobleboro and joined the United States Army. During her 20-year career with the military, Violette completed three combat-related tours in Iraq, spent time in South Korea and France, and even did a stint at the Pentagon.
Wiscasset Senior Center
The next public supper will be June 5. The menu will consist of minestrone soup, salad, garlic bread, cheese ravioli, and ricotta cake. The cost is $10 for members and $12 for non-members. Additional meals may be purchased for take-out at the same cost when reserved. For more information or to make a reservation, call 882-8230.
Adams Pond Road re-alignment on hold
Boothbay Region Water District had planned to improve Adams Pond Road “to better protect the pond and improve water quality” with a $150,000 Department of Environmental Protection grant, but those plans are on hold. The district planned on a property swap with the town to move a 60-foot section inland, but selectmen aren’t sure they can approve the swap. “I believe this requires a town meeting vote,” Selectman Chuck Cunningham said during the May 8 meeting.
Lincoln County Republicans to meet May 22
The monthly meeting of Lincoln County Republicans will be held Wednesday, May 22 at the Wiscasset Community Center. Beginning at 6 p.m., the public is invited to attend the speakers’ portion of the meeting. Heidi Sampson will speak about education in Maine which should be of interest to administrators, educators, staff, current and future school board members and concerned citizens. Ron Russell will follow Sampson and describe his rationale for running for the Maine Legislature in District 134. Doors open at 5:30 for the public, speakers begin at 6. A business meeting will follow at 7. Only Registered Republicans are welcomed to attend the LCRC business meeting.
Spring Prix Fixe Menu at Harborview Bistro
Enjoy the Chef’s 3-course specialty menu at the Harborview Bistro! Experience customer favorites and try new additions to the from-scratch menu for just $38. Dinner is served Tuesday through Saturday evenings, 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Reservations can be made online or by calling (207) 372-6366. Walkins are also welcome.
Boys’ track team hosts MVC meet
The Boothbay/Wiscasset boys track and field team had 10 athletes place in the 18-event competition’s Top 6 on May 7 during the Mountain Valley Conference meet in Wiscasset. The team had two athletes finish second. King finished second in the long jump and AJ Crocker finished second in the 1600M.
WES delivers spring concert
Wiscasset Elementary School kindergarten, first, second and third grade students presented the “WES Carnival of the Animals” on May 9 for the community. Students were excited to perform on the school stage for their families and friends. Kindergarten and first grade students opened the show with several songs...
Southport Column: Remembering Mike, Inn yard sale and more
The first floor of the Opera House was full on Saturday afternoon with friends and co-workers there to honor and remember Mike Beane. We each received a green button saying “Stay in Trouble,” and a green pen saying “Beane-Boozled.” Many of Mike’s lawn ornaments attended the occasion, included the lovely woman who greeted us along with a second life-sized statue of Mike. The other accouterments faced us onstage where, for the first hour, three band members played Mike’s favorite music. Delicious food from hamburgers to lobster rolls kept our bellies full as we munched and talked with friends. About 2 p.m. the music gave way to talks from friends about Mike, including remarks by Gerry Gamage and Skip Simonds. Pictures of Mike as a little boy as well as one of him cooking hamburgers on the grill at the Southport General Store adorned the walls of the room. A well done tribute to a very special Southporter.
CSD thanks Lorrain for decade of service
Steve Lorrain is a familiar face on the Community School District Board of Trustees. However, after 10 years of service, Lorrain decided not to run for reelection this year. Trustees and staff honored the former board chair at the May 7 meeting with thanks and with gifts as tokens of appreciation for his long service.
Joy to the Wind Gallery
Looking forward to catching up with everyone at Joy To The Wind! The winter months flew by. This year we focused quite extensively on nature for our subject matter as we are just completing a series of works for the author of a new book about native plants. Bugs, bees, plants, and trees and as always; waterscapes and islands. New work included with this announcement: “Illuminations” and “Morning Sail.”
Waldoboro man sentenced for his role in Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol breach
A man from Waldoboro has been sentenced to 15 months in prison and two years of supervised release for assaulting law enforcement during the January 6, 2021 breach on the U.S. Capitol. 40-year-old Matthew Brackley must also pay $3,000 in fines. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for D.C., Brackley...
Maine State Aquarium to reopen this summer
BOOTHBAY HARBOR, Maine — The Maine State Aquarium in West Boothbay Harbor will reopen this summer with several new tanks and exhibits - including a touch tank. The aquarium, which is run by the Maine Department of Marine Resources, will open on June 26 during the Windjammer Festival and will remain open through Labor Day.
Candidates night planned for Wiscasset school committee candidates
The town of Wiscasset will be hosting a candidates night for the candidates running for the Wiscasset School Board on Monday, May 20 at 6 p.m. at Wiscasset Community Center, in the Senior Center. We apologize for the late notice but the date was the one that worked best for all involved. All six candidates have been invited. A moderator will be asking questions of the candidates who will also have the opportunity for an opening and closing statement.
Waldoboro man sentenced to 15 months in prison for role in January 6th riots
PORTLAND (WGME) -- A Maine man who pleaded guilty to assaulting law enforcement officers at the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riots has been sentenced to 15 months in prison. According to the court documents, Matthew Brackley of Waldoboro assaulted two officers during the riot and led a crowd towards the Senate before being pushed back by chemical spray.
Register now for summer adventure in creativity
The Merry Barn has added two special guests to its Creative Fusion summer adventure, formerly Playing with Palettes. Aug. 5-9 will be a week of boundless creativity facilitated by Jessie Boardman and Stephanie McSherry. As we play across art forms, we will paint to story, sketch to music, write songs, and create art in old books with the help of two multi-talented creators.
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