As we saw in our column two weeks ago, proponents of sustainability appreciate biochar for its contributions to the health of our climate. Although the science is not settled, another apparent environmental benefit is biochar’s value as a soil amendment. Gardeners should, however, do their homework before using it. Biochar is produced from a feedstock […]
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Tips for improving your soil using biochar
As we saw in our column two weeks ago, proponents of sustainability appreciate biochar for its contributions to the health of our climate. Although the science is not settled, another apparent environmental benefit is biochar’s value as a soil amendment. Gardeners should, however, do their homework before using it. Biochar is produced from a feedstock […]
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Obituary: Mae Irma (Pottle) DeWitt
BRUNSWICK – Mae Irma (Pottle) DeWitt, 86, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, in Brunswick.
Friends and family are invited to …
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Obituary: Raymond N. Libby
BRUNSWICK – Raymond N. Libby, 77, passed away suddenly at his home in Brunswick on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
He was …
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Conservationists press for Androscoggin River upgrade: ‘This is not optional’
Friends of Merrymeeting Bay leaders argue that decades of water quality data and state law demand the change.
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Cooling your home the natural way is surprisingly effective
The June heat dome that affected New England was tough by any measure. Are there ways to mitigate the impact of a heat wave that we could utilize in the coming weeks of July and August? Consider this scenario: it’s 95°F outside. Your air conditioner is humming at full blast, and your electricity meter is […]
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Brunswick-Topsham connections featured in new exhibitions
The Pejepscot Museum’s summer exhibitions in Brunswick explore the Androscoggin River and its bridges.
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America’s Declaration of Independence was signed by a son of Brunswick
Two hundred and forty-nine years ago this week, one of the greatest documents in world history was penned. This “Declaration of Independence” shed the most powerful nation on Earth, created a new nation “conceived in liberty” and became a worldwide model of self determination. And this document was signed by a man who once lived […]
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Brunswick to present environmental lectures at Curtis Memorial Library
The Town of Brunswick will present two environmental lectures at the Curtis Memorial Library in July. The Pesticide Ordinance Kickoff Presentation is from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, in the library’s Morrell Meeting Room. Join Brunswick’s environmental planner, Ashley Charleson, to learn about the town’s plan to develop a community pesticide and fertilizer ordinance Learn […]
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Brunswick hobbit-inspired cafe soft opens after delays
The highly anticipated Elevenses Cafe and Bakery soft opened in Brunswick on June 11, offering a fantasy atmosphere and hobbit-themed menu items.