Otherwise, there is a chance that much of the architectural amenity of the Hill will be lost forever.
March 2018
Kathleen Parker: Donald Trump doesn’t mean anything he says … not for long
As weather changes, so will Trump’s mind – on gun control, trade wars or just about anything else.
Oral surgeon asks Maine dental board to drop charges
Dr. Jan Kippax has been able to practice for nearly a year despite 18 allegations of mistreatment.
Impact of steel tariffs on BIW unclear
BATH Even as President Donald Trump attempts to introduce tariffs on steel and aluminum, it’s unclear what effect they could have on Bath Iron Works. Trump wants tariffs of 25 percent for steel and 10 percent for aluminum, ostensibly to encourage American manufacturing and increase domestic supplies for the defense industry. The tariffs would likely […]
Brunswick students given OK to participate in walkout
BRUNSWICK Brunswick High School students have the blessing of district administration to walk out on March 14. A national demonstration about school violence and gun control is taking place at 10 a.m. that day, with students across the country planning to take part. The 17-minute walkout — one minute for each of the 17 victims […]
Lisbon students urged to remain in building, rather than walk out
LISBON Lisbon Superintendent Richard Green is asking students to stay in the building during a proposed walkout next week. Part of a planned national demonstration on March 14, the purpose is to call on members of Congress to enact stricter gun laws. Locally, school districts in the Midcoast are preparing for the likelihood of students […]
MTA threat leads to arrest – UPDATED
TOPSHAM Another threat of violence at Mt. Ararat High School this time has resulted in an arrest. Topsham police say they have arrested Jonas Cloukey, 19, of Bowdoinham, on Monday, after investigating an alleged threat via social media. According to a press release, Topsham police say they were notified of the alleged threat posted using […]
Harpswell proposing $5.22 million spending plan
HARPSWELL Residents will get their chance to vote on Harpswell’s proposed $5.22 million spending plan on Saturday. The town will conduct its annual Town Meeting on March 10, and residents will vote on the budget, a pair of positions and funding for Curtis Memorial Library. They’ll also take up a debate on the future of […]
Historical Society raising funds to rebuild Chamberlain Museum entrance porch
BRUNSWICK Prior to opening the Joshua L. Chamberlain Museum for the 2018 season, Pejepscot Historical Society plans to rebuild the visitor entrance porch and accessibility ramp. Now that more than half the costs of the estimated $26,000 rebuild have been raised privately, the society is inviting the local community to “Join the Welcome Committee” and […]