Burnt Island Light’s educational beacon burns bright thanks to Auburn’s Elaine Jones

The Auburn native had the idea of using Burnt Island Lighthouse off the coast of Boothbay Harbor as an education facility. Then she made it a reality. Recently retired, she hopes the programs and the lessons live on.

Gardens Aglow display sees steady crowd, hopes to return to walking format next winter

This year, just over 22,000 vehicles carrying an estimated 88,000 people visited the Gardens Aglow display — a roughly 1% increase in ticket sales from 2020.

Gardens Aglow light display again drive-thru only, but a longer, ‘more immersive’ experience

This year's Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens was revamped to be longer and more immersive than last year's display, according to President and CEO Gretchen Ostherr.

Maine concert venues consider requiring proof of vaccination

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield have policies, while others are following the lead of concert giant Live Nation, which says it will start similar requirements in October.

Going to see the giant trolls? Here’s what else there is to do around Boothbay

Make the most of your trip to see the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens exhibit, opening Saturday, and add these stops, from breweries to a train museum, to your itinerary.

Fraser, Haas concert postponed

When the tourists leave a resort town, this is where the locals go

The rustic Thistle Inn in Boothbay Harbor offers food, fun and community during the frigid off-season.

Paul LePage has a new job – tending bar in Maine

The former Maine governor lands a summer job at a restaurant in Boothbay Harbor.