The Clements Brothers are kicking off Memorial Day weekend at the historic Opera House in Boothbay Harbor with a concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 26. George (guitar) and Charles (upright bass) are identical twins from the heart of New England. The two have been playing and writing music together for as long as they […]
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Opera House at Boothbay Harbor bringing steel drums, Celtic music and more this spring
For Mainers who did not travel to far off places this winter, the Opera House in Boothbay Harbor is bringing a few of the sounds of those vacation spots to the stage this spring. From the music of the Caribbean to the energized tunes of the Celtic isles, the calendar promises engaging nights out. The […]
Man shot Sunday afternoon in Boothbay Harbor
The victim was taken by Lifeflight helicopter to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Mainer moves writing conference from New York City back home
Shanna McNair is bringing The Writers Hotel conference to Boothbay Harbor after years in New York City. Maine writers scheduled to lead sessions include Tess Gerritsen, Cathie Pelletier and Lily King.
Weekend freeze has plumbers scrambling to repair burst pipes
Temperatures across Maine plunged to double digits below zero last weekend, forcing plumbers, firefighters and emergency responders to juggle hundreds of calls for help.
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor kicks off 2023 with rock band The Boneheads
For most of the past decade, each new season at the historic Opera House in Boothbay Harbor has opened with Midcoast rock band The Boneheads. The pandemic put a halt to the tradition. So, for the first time in three years, The Boneheads will once again kick off the season, appearing on stage at 7 […]
Nursing home services may be consolidated at new, higher-cost facility in Damariscotta
Clippership Landing could help LincolnHealth stem years of financial losses at two existing long-term care sites. But the project comes with trade-offs, too.
Wood banks in high demand as winter bears down on Maine
Maine communities are organizing more volunteer groups to provide firewood at little or no fee to people in need as heating and other costs soar this winter.
Gingerbread Spectacular to help close out season at Boothbay Harbor Opera House
With the December calendar speeding by the Opera House in Boothbay Harbor announces its final events of the 2022 Season. The 16th Annual Gingerbread Spectacular kicks off on Friday, Dec. 16, with a preview party from 5-7 pm. While the Spectacular will be open throughout the weekend, those in attendance on Friday night will enjoy […]
Sheepscot Chorus to perform “Messiah,” Christmas favorites this weekend
Sheepscot Chorus invites those looking to get into the festive spirit to a “Handel and Christmas Pops!” concert at 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4, at the Boothbay Harbor Congregational Church. Handel’s “Messiah” will be featured; performed with professional soloists and a 13-piece orchestra. “‘Messiah’ is often enjoyed as a sing-along, but […]