Little Dresses for Africa The blessing of the Little Dresses for Africa took place at a pre-taped service in the sanctuary at First Congregational Church of Gray on Jan. 7. The church sent out 25 dresses sewn by members and four others from another contributor. The dresses will allow some young girls to attend school […]
2021
Cooking at the Cove: More cozy recipes for cold winter days
The colder weather makes it seem more natural to just stay home. Life here at the cove rolls on serenely and I feel blessed that there really isn’t much of a need to go anywhere very often. Now that we finally have a layer of snow to go along with colder temperatures, you may be […]
‘How do you deal with that pain?’: Funeral directors in uncharted territory during pandemic
The struggle to help families find a way to mourn their losses in the time of COVID-19 is taking an emotional toll on funeral directors and the communities they serve.
Your Land: A Mere Brook runs through us
Note: This is the 3rd in a series of columns about Mere Brook (aka, Mare, Mair Creek). The brook is central to Brunswick, and it is federally-listed as “urban-impaired”; as such, it is in need of improved water quality, and our town has just entered year two of a Maine DEP planning grant for that […]
International print exchange results in show at the Harlow
Pittston artist Scott Minzy’s print exchange yields nearly 400 pieces of art from around the world.
Large and light-filled Cape in Scarborough
12 Ottawa Woods Rd., Scarborough | Sold
Superintendent’s Notebook: On diversity, Brunswick can lead the way
Every February since 1976, American presidents have designated February as Black History Month in recognition of the achievements of African Americans and to celebrate their role in our country’s history. I cannot think of a time when this has been more poignant. I believe we are at a crossroads in our country – we can […]
Giving Voice: Building a village of support
When you think of a homeless teenager, what images come to mind? Perhaps you think of a scruffy kid with ripped jeans and a stained shirt scrounging for food in a dumpster or a kid in an oversized sweatshirt sleeping on a park bench. While both of those examples speak to the experience of some […]
Letter to the editor: Why does CMP oppose thorough scrutiny of power line?
A project of this size and scope should have to undergo an unbiased environmental impact study.
In the Know: Remembering Jim Crowley for 50 years with the town
Many of our residents in town have strong roots in Scarborough with decades and generations of family ties. Our Scarborough town staff mirrors this, too, with some workers dedicating themselves to our municipality for 20, 30, 40 years or more. This month, on the fourth anniversary of his passing, we’re honoring the legacy of Jim […]