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Trusts hope to preserve ‘remarkable’ Brunswick property

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]