I just read the very nice article written by Abdi Nor Iftin concerning the need for more sidewalks (“To enjoy local beauty without cars, we need more sidewalks,” July 19). I totally agree with what was written, and even though that might be a gigantic cost for the towns, perhaps widening the roads and adding […]
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Coastal Journal Meetings: July 28-Aug. 4
Bath Wed. 8/2 10 a.m. Housing Subcommittee City Hall Wed. 8/2 6 p.m. City Council City Hall Brunswick Tue. 8/1 6:30 p.m. Marine Resource Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 8/2 10 a.m. Staff Review Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 8/2 5 p.m. Conservation Commission Zoom, Town Hall Topsham Thu. 8/3 6:30 p.m. Select Board Zoom, […]
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Letter: Equal rights under the law? Prove it
Pursuant to Nancy Chesley’s communication (“Affirmative action ruling a good thing for everyone,” July 19), we were stupefied to believe that someone in today’s society, with access to vast amounts of historical data, can possess such a loss of institutional memory. She makes two statements in support of her non-historical beliefs. One, “race-based affirmative action […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Easy bumbleberry tart bursts with flavor
When I lived in California in the early ’80s, there was a restaurant called Bumbleberries that was famous for their mixed berry pie. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries were mingled together between two golden crusts and, oh, was it ever good. This easy bumbleberry tart is an easy way to enjoy those bursting summer flavors […]
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Volunteers needed to develop plans for Brunswick recreation and conservation project
Brunswick is looking for residents to develop a master development and management plan for 229.4 acres of town property off Old Bath Road to be used for recreation and conservation. The Captain William A. Fitzgerald Recreation & Conservation Special Committee will determine types of recreational uses for the land, which includes a freshwater pond, produce […]
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Brunswick swimmer takes gold at National Senior Games
David Vail of Brunswick won a gold medal in the 100-yard backstroke for men 80-84 at the 2023 National Senior Games, held July 14-17 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He placed second in the 200 freestyle. Vail was seeded first in three events following a four-year break while he dealt with multiple cancers, but he was forced […]
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Arts Calendar: July 21-28
Comedy Thursdays 7/20 & 7/27 New England’s Funniest Comedian qualifying rounds: 8 p.m., Aura Maine, 121 Center St., Portland. $12-$15. auramaine.com Friday 7/21 Don’t Tell Comedy secret show: 8 p.m., East Bayside, Portland. $25. 21-plus. donttellcomedy.com Tuesday 7/25 Improv Jam: 7-9 p.m., The Hill Arts, 76 Congress St., Portland. $10 advance, $14 at door. thehillarts.me Comedy […]
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People and Business: July 19
Hires, promotions, appointments Andrew Fortin-Trimble was promoted to senior vice president, chief marketing officer at Skowhegan Savings. He joined in 2020 as vice president, director of marketing to lead strategy and execution, and was previously the digital marketing manager for Camden National Bank. Michelle Clements, public relations and communications manager at the Portland Water District, […]
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Community Calendar: July 21-28
Books/Authors Wednesday 7/26 Lisa Beecher author talk: “Living with Mr. Fahrenheit,” 6:30 p.m., Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough. scarboroughlibrary.org Thursday 7/27 “Hole In The Head” poetry reading: 7 p.m., The Maine Jewish Museum, 267 Congress St., Portland. Free, registration required. mainejewishmuseum.org Ongoing Blurb Club in Mechanics’ Hall: Noon, every other Thursday in Mechanics’ […]
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School Notebook: July 19
Freeport grad wins ‘Arrive Alive’ contest Recent Freeport High School graduate Mia Hornschild-Bear won first place in the 19th annual Arrive Alive Creative Contest sponsored by the Law Offices of Joe Bornstein. Hornschild-Bear’s winning art is an animation depicting the consequences of distracted driving while encouraging teenagers to stay safe and focused when behind the wheel. […]