BRUNSWICK — Two land trusts are working to acquire more than 80 acres of shorefront to provide public access at Woodward Point. The trident-shaped property has 10,000 feet of shoreline, open fields, trail systems, and some of the town’s most valuable mud flats – all capable of supporting hiking, paddling, picnicking, hunting and shellfish harvesting. […]
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Bath Police Beat: June 23
Arrests 6/13 at 10:54 p.m. Nelson Crowley, 26, of Middle Street, was arrested by Officer John Dietlin on School Street on charges of operating under the influence and violating conditions of release. 6/17 at 2 p.m. Josue Ramirez, 31, of Bay Street, South Portland, was arrested by Officer Mark Steele on Windjammer Way on charges […]
Newcastle Representative charged with OUI
Rep. Mick Devin, a Newcastle Democrat, was arrested by Damariscotta police Tuesday night.
Brunswick fish kill may prompt call for new rules
BRUNSWICK — Some town officials and residents are demanding the state Department of Marine Resources identify the fisherman who caused a stink by releasing thousands of dead pogies into Middle Bay. “The stench is unbelievable,” Simpson’s Point resident Frank Strasburger said Monday night, describing how he could smell the decaying fish inside his house with […]
Concerns about college dominate Brunswick zoning discussion
BRUNSWICK — A proposed change in the town’s zoning overhaul faced continued resistance at a public hearing last week. The Town Council scheduled the June 15 meeting to hear feedback on a draft ordinance of the town’s zoning code, which a rewrite committee has worked on for more than three years and at more than 100 […]
Brunswick Downtown Association to host BBQ, games
BRUNSWICK — The Brunswick Downtown Association’s annual community barbecue will take place on the Town Mall Saturday, June 24, from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. “Celebrity grillers” will serve up hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, cookies, and fruit for $5 per adult and $3 for children under 5 years old. Games, tractor-train rides, two fire trucks, and music […]
Letter to the editor: Special thanks to Lynette Eastman
We would like to thank Lynette Eastman, Woolwich’s Town Administrator, for her 21 years of service to the Town of Woolwich. She’s retiring at the end of the month. Lynette has been a dedicated professional in this position, and very knowledgeable about Town affairs. Her attention to detail and genuine kindness to anyone who has […]
Some challenges to the American Dream
In many ways owning a home has defined our nation throughout its history. Then and now, homeownership has provided pride, security and a place to call home. Often referred to as the American Dream, this ambition remains intact today – with a few challenges. According to a white paper titled, “Hurdles to Homeownership: Understanding the […]
History bucket list: Welcome home Zac McDorr
It’s a good idea to move away from Maine for a while. When you get back, you suddenly appreciate the opportunities that our state has to offer. I can’t believe all the local historical sites I never visited, but now I can make my history bucket list: Maine’s First Ship: I can cross this one […]
School budgets approved across Midcoast
June 13 saw every region in the Midcoast approving their school budgets.
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