For the past few years, I’ve carried with me a quotation given to me by a friend. We were out walking and assessing a stretch of potential conservation land. A brook ran along a gully nearby, and we were wondering about the brook’s work across time, which led, as many brook talks do, to my […]
Brunswick
St. John’s Catholic School’s annual auction embraces ‘Treasures of the Deep’ theme
St. John’s Catholic School in Brunswick dives into its annual auction with a “Treasures of the Deep” theme at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at St. John’s Community Center. This year’s fundraiser includes “incredible auction items, delectable cuisine from Cook’s and top-tier entertainment,” according to a news release. Proceeds directly support St. John’s academic programs, […]
How to reduce plastics in your garden
Planting a garden is an eco-friendly activity that renews the soil, sustains pollinators and provides locally grown food. While the proliferation of plastics in the gardening world works against those benefits, fortunately, there are plenty of sustainable alternatives. Rather than buying plastic seed trays to grow plants from seed, just use old multicell flats or […]
Get aboard a new Maine film festival that celebrates movies on trains
Full Speed Ahead will feature 16 films at venues all over Maine, May 6-11, including ‘The Darjeeling Limited,’ ‘Strangers on a Train’ and ‘Murder on the Orient Express.’
For many Mainers, Pope Francis’ impact and legacy are personal
The pontiff spent his 12-year tenure preaching what he called the joy of the gospel and emphasizing compassion. That message resonated among myriad Catholics and non-Catholics alike.
State-of-the-art performing arts center in Auburn to host inaugural fall concert series
The Maine State Music Theatre will launch its first fall satellite series with three different tribute shows featuring the music of Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly.
Brittany Hyde recognized for outstanding community building
This week is the last installment of our chamber award winner profiles as we highlight the unbelievable efforts of Citizen of the Year, Brittany Hyde. Beginning next week, we will start to look forward at what the summer has to offer, potentially discuss some policy bills as we head into the final laps of the […]
Midcoast Maine track and field athletes to watch
Jumpers, pole vaulters push for new heights this outdoor season.
Midcoast Maine tennis players to watch
Brunswick upperclassmen aim to maintain recent success.
Bowdoin men’s lacrosse prepared for postseason push
Bowdoin hopes to use Wednesday’s double-overtime loss to Tufts as a stepping stone to a deep playoff run.