Barry Dana started his artist in residency program at elementary schools this week.
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Freeport looks to improve police transparency, accountability
A nine-member community panel will review and recommend Freeport Police Department policies and hold public forums to strengthen the resident-police relationship.
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Breast milk donor depot, dispensary to open in Portland
Personalized Pediatrics, working with Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast, will provide the service for donors and recipients, the first in the area.
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Old-time media shaped modern view of Maine, Bath curator says
The Maine Maritime Museum’s new exhibit focuses on early print media and how it influenced how the world sees the state today.
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Topsham gauging interest in community center
A survey of residents is the first step toward considering a community center for the town, the Board of Selectmen chairman says.
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Children’s museum poised to open with mix of sparkling new, old favorites
Working through a pandemic year of preparations, the new Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine opens June 24 at Thompson’s Point.
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It’s almost time to count the loons
The Maine Audubon event, held since 1983, is looking for volunteer counters, particularly on Sebago Lake and Naples’ Long Lake.
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Business momentum picking up at Brunswick’s beleaguered Cook’s Corner
Brunswick’s economic development director hopes that with new businesses moving in and infrastructure improvements, the town can combat “disinvestment” in the commercial service district.
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Brunswick rep’s bill to give Mainers rebates for generators fails to gain traction
Maine ranks worst in the nation for power outages, and the issue is especially acute in the Midcoast, where geography impairs restoration efforts.
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Freeport students’ winning artwork promotes Donate Life campaign
New England Donor Services honored the top three contest winners last week.