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Bath shipyard nets $44M Navy contract
BATH — Bath Iron Works was awarded a $44.3 million modification on a previously granted contract, the offices of U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King announced Monday. The funds will go toward continuing integrated planning yard services for ships of the Arleigh Burke and Oliver Hazard Perry classes. “This announcement is welcome news for […]
VIA PRESS HERALD: Movie buff mecca Bart & Greg’s DVD Explosion shutting its doors
Rentals have been declining for years, and November – normally the store’s best month – was dismal this year.
VIA PRESS HERALD: Brunswick police could be 1st in U.S. to use drones to spot railroad trespassers
The project, still in its infancy, would emphasize safety and education. ‘We’re trying to prevent fatalities before they occur,’ says Brunswick Patrol Commander Thomas Garrepy.
Brunswick competition promises to lift Toys for Tots
BRUNSWICK — After winning four world championship titles for powerlifting, Ryan Martin decided to use his passion to give back to his community. Martin is the organizer of the second annual Squats for Tots powerlifting competition, which will take place Saturday at Black Bridge Crossfit in Brunswick from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The meet benefits the Toys […]
Mid-Coast program provides tax help to those in need
BATH — With income-tax season looming, a Mid-Coast program is geared toward helping hundreds of low- and moderate-income residents. Midcoast CA$H offers help from a team of volunteer tax preparers, trained and certified by the IRS. They help filers identity benefits, complete their taxes, review the documents for accuracy and file them for free. Many […]
VIA PRESS HERALD: Newest stealth destroyer leaves BIW for at-sea trials
The future USS Michael Monsoor is 2nd of 3 Zumwalt-class destroyers being built by Bath Iron Works.
WinterKids marks 2 decades of getting kids outside, active
PORTLAND — WinterKids, the nonprofit dedicated to getting kids, families and communities moving in the winter, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. What started as a program desgined to introduce kids to the sport of downhill skiing has now grown into one that offers discounts on all types of winter activities, from snowshoeing to cross-country skiing and […]
Bowdoin College accepting students displaced by hurricanes
BRUNSWICK — Bowdoin College will open its doors to students who have had their education interrupted by the damage from Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria. According to a press release, Bowdoin will allow a limited number of students to enroll at the college for the spring semester, and cover the costs of their tuition, room and […]
VIA PRESS HERALD: Accident knocks out lights at popular holiday display in Boothbay
Hundreds of people were visiting the Gardens Aglow display when a vehicle struck a utility pole, cutting electricity to 1,300 CMP customers.