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Brunswick Mall memorial honors Maine’s sacrifice in Spanish-American War

by Lori-Suzanne Dell Stories from Maine June 5, 2025June 5, 2025

On a small triangle of land at the southern-most end of the Brunswick Mall stands a nearly forgotten monument to a nearly forgotten war. But almost 100 years ago, the placing of this monument captured headlines, became an event in Brunswick’s bicentenary celebrations and was marred by added tragedy. On Feb. 15, 1898, the island […]

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Grammy-winning banjo player set to take stage at Boothbay Harbor Opera House

by The Times Record June 5, 2025June 5, 2025

Alison Brown will perform an acoustic concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 13.

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Freeport High School senior’s project had her swimming with sharks

by Paul Bagnall June 5, 2025May 27, 2025

Senior Kenzie Cochran dives into her faith and how she brings it into the work she has completed over the years, leading up to an early graduation.

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Region 10 standout grads ready for professional work

by Katie Langley June 5, 2025May 25, 2025

Region 10 Technical High School senior recognition night was scheduled for May 29 at 6 p.m. in the Orion Theatre at Mt. Ararat Middle School.

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Morse High School senior reflects on community connections, orchard revival

by Paul Bagnall June 5, 2025May 25, 2025

Declan Wright, chairperson of the Morse High School Community Liaison Council, speaks about his experiences cultivating community through an apple tree restoration project. He looks forward to bringing what he learned into the future.

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Mt. Ararat grad a leader on the court and in the classroom

by Katie Langley June 5, 2025May 25, 2025

Mt Ararat’s graduation ceremony will take place on the afternoon of June 8 on the Learning Commons Lawn outside the high school.

Letters

Susan Collins’ constituents deserve some face time | Letter

June 5, 2025June 4, 2025

Over two months ago, during the last congressional recess, Indivisible Cumberland County invited Sen. Susan Collins to a town hall meeting, held March 19. Despite the senator’s silence (neither did she respond to the invitation nor attend the event), 900 Mainers participated in the town hall meeting: 500 in person and 400 virtually. For over […]