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Midcoast Wood Bank prepares to meet huge need as heating oil prices surge

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Midcoast Wood Bank volunteer Lew McCarthy, 70, uses a chainsaw to cut logs into 16-inch lengths with a chainsaw on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 at the Midcoast Wood Bank in Topsham. The wood bank provides free firewood through its completely volunteer-run organization on Wednesdays and Saturdays. McCarthy has been volunteering with the program for a year and said it’s his way of hitting the gym while enjoying the outdoors and working with his hands. (Libby Kamrowski Kenny/Staff Photographer) " data-image-caption=" Midcoast Wood Bank volunteer Lew McCarthy uses a chainsaw to cut logs into 16-inch lengths. (Libby Kamrowski Kenny/Staff Photographer) " data-large-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/09/43801782_20260923_Midcoast_Wood_Bank-7.jpg?w=780" /> The Midcoast Wood Bank provides firewood to any household in need. The organization expects increased demand this winter.