The newly signed law adds caps on federal graduate student loans, expands Pell grants to cover workforce training and changes the college endowment tax, potentially giving millions in relief to small Maine colleges.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Federal workers in Maine face uncertainty following court ruling allowing for mass layoffs
It’s unclear how federal workers in Maine might be impacted, but the ruling allowing the Trump administration to move forward with plans for staff reductions has prompted concerns.
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Posted inDo This, Times Record
Explore Brunswick’s blooming gardens for a good cause
The Brunswick in Bloom garden tour will take place on July 19 and benefit Oasis Free Clinics.
Posted inTimes Record
The Maine military man who documented the lives of Indigenous tribes
Brunswick has known many notable military names in its illustrious history. Men like Joshua Chamberlain, Oliver Otis Howard and Thomas Hyde round out the top three. But one legendary military officer is less known for storied military exploits and more so for his extensive contribution to the world of art and to the pictorial history […]
Posted inLetters
Newspaper mishandled Susan Collins’ bill vote | Letter
I was shocked and angered after reading the bold heading on Wednesday, July 2, declaring Sen. Collins voted against President Trump’s horrible policy bill. Shame on you. It doesn’t take a professional journalist to understand that Collins was instrumental in the successful passage of the bill by voting it out of committee. That was the […]
Posted inMaine, Times Record
Brunswick is looking for an artist to create a sculpture with pieces of Frank J. Wood Bridge
Submissions are now open for a public art piece in Brunswick created using parts of the Frank J. Wood Bridge, which is slated for demolition.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Outdoors
Maine officials urge caution, training after recent slew of water emergencies
A decline in swimming education, a lack of lifeguards and water temperatures that are often icy cold even when it’s hot out are all risk factors that swimmers and boaters should consider.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Gregory Dean Harris
NAPLES – Gregory Dean Harris, 67, passed away on July 1, 2025, at his home in Naples.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine Trust for Local News hires 3 to bolster innovation, community engagement
Leaders of the nonprofit that owns most of Maine’s daily newspapers said the hires will build on efforts to modernize the state’s news landscape.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Robert H. Flory Jr.
WALPOLE – Robert H. Flory Jr. died in his home in Walpole, on July 3, 2025..