BATH O n Sunday, the Wreaths Across America caravan passed through Bath on the first day of their nearly week-long trip to Arlington National Cemetery. Wreaths Across America is a national nonprofit based in Columbia Falls, Maine. The tradition of laying wreaths at the headstones in Arlington National Cemetery began in 1992 with Morrill Worcester […]

FREEPORT Paula Paladino has been selected as the new executive director of Freeport Community Services. She is set to start her duties today. “We could not be more enthusiastic about the hiring of Paula,” said Marc Miller, president of FCS’ Board of Directors. “Paula’s extensive background with service-oriented non-profits brings a wealth of leadership and […]

BRUNSWICK The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association will be working throughout the coming year to identify gaps and concerns brought forward by the fishing community within Harpswell. From waterfront and permit access to bait and healthcare, Program Associate Kendra Jo Grindle will be speaking with fishermen, community members, and fisheries support personnel throughout Harpswell. “Our number […]

BRUNSWICK — Bowdoin College’s Joseph McKeen Center for the Common Good is releasing its 2016- 2017 Common Good Grant application. This year, community organizations may apply for a grant of up to $2,500. For the first time ever, organizations can also apply for a $5,000 grant that may increase their impact on their constituents. All […]

BATH — On Wednesday, Dec. 14 in the Bath Middle School cafeteria, the seventh graders will be hosting an exposition on invasive European Green Crabs and their effects on Maine. Students will present their learning visually through movies, essays, slideshows, and posters. A keynote presenter, Oliver Curtis will talk about green crabs. He is a […]

BATH — The public is invited to an open house celebration and fundraiser to commemorate Patten Free Library’s 125 years of service. On Friday, Dec. 30, the library will close at 1 p.m and will re-open its doors from 5-8 p.m. The evening will include music by Jud Caswell, a cash bar, food and more […]

BATH — The Morse High School Annual Winter Concert will be held Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. at Montgomery Theater, followed by an Ice Cream Scooping Fundraiser at Dot’s Ice Cream in Bath. Student musicians will perform holiday and seasonal music in a free concert open to the public. After the concert, Dot’s Ice […]

TOPSHAM — Rep. Denise Tepler, D-Topsham, will hold public office hours on Friday, Dec. 16, at the Midcoast Winter Farmers Market in the exhibition hall at the Topsham Fairgrounds from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. “I’m excited for this opportunity to listen to constituents’ questions and ideas as the Legislature gets ready to go back […]

BRUNSWICK Federal fishing regulators say they are looking to change the way they manage Atlantic halibut in the wake of a surge in catch of the fish. The government lists Atlantic halibut as “overfished” and conservationists want to protect it. But many fishermen say the catch is up because the stock has been rebuilt over […]