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Combatting winter moths

October 21, 2026

The winter moth is wreaking havoc with hardwood trees and shrubs, but a specific kind of parasitic fly (cyzenis albicans) is a successful biocontrol.

Candidate forum announced

October 15, 2026

Local candidates for the state House and Senate will be on hand October 24 at the Totman Public Library.

New survey asks residents how best to protect town

October 9, 2026

Second climate survey focuses on possible actions. Responses due by October 30.

Totman Public Library News

October 7, 2026

A listing of the activities and events at the Totman Public Library for October 2026

Phippsburg Elementary School: Back to school

October 7, 2026

PES October 2026: The school year started with 113 students, eight more than last spring. Fifth graders are working with the Gulf of Maine Research Institute and the Phippsburg Climate Resiliency Committee to study tidal forces. Fourth and 5th Grade Garden Club harvested veggies late into September.

Town’s comprehensive plan moves ahead

October 7, 2026

A town group that has worked in relative obscurity for more than seven years is about to become more visible and assume increasing importance: the Comprehensive Plan Committee.

Hersom hired as new codes officer

October 7, 2026

Josh Hersom was hired last month to replace Lee Rainey as Phippsburg’s code enforcement officer. He has up to one year to become fully certified but hopes to complete his certifications over the next two months.

Briefs

October 7, 2026

Obituaries Gerald Wyman, 87, passed away on September 8 at home surrounded by his family. Born in Small Point, he graduated from Morse High School, served in the National Guard and Army Reserves and worked at Bath Iron Works for 36 years. (Daigle Funeral Home) Richard Bisson, 92, passed away peacefully on September 11at his…

Residents vote to delay action on shoreland zoning changes

October 1, 2026

After weeks of discussion, residents vote to delay action on the proposed changes to shoreland zoning ordinance until the planning board and town can do more work. State agency said proposal failed to meet minimum standards.

Flood or famine: Climate experts hold public workshops on resilience

October 1, 2026

Residents aired their anxieties about the loss of land at the beaches, the summer’s drought, low water tables, wildfire concerns and road flooding.