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Midcoast Youth Center receives new technology donation
The Maine Connectivity Authority’s regional broadband partner donates video, photo and audio production technology to open new opportunities for workforce development for Midcoast youth.
Winterfest Saturday and other school vacation fun
February school vacation week is upon us, and so many families (including my own) are wondering what there is to do with the kids off for the week and some day cares closed. Well, Main Street Bath hosts one of the most unique winter celebrations of the year this week, while several other places have […]
Bath group launches ‘banned’ book club
The increasing number of book bans and challenges across the nation inspired Bath Pride to begin a different kind of book club for anyone to attend and host conversations at the Patten Free Library.
Commander of warship named for state’s capitol makes rounds in Maine
The USS Augusta’s commander is on a two-day tour to strengthen the bonds of the ship’s namesake city.
From the Chocolate Church: Bath Lantern Parade conjures magic, community creativity and joyous celebration
On Feb. 22, the Chocolate Church Arts Center and Main Street Bath will put on its Annual Lantern Parade and Free Concert. After a fun day of Winterfest Activities, residents and visitors of the Bath Community will gather at 6 p.m. at the parking lot of Five County Federal Credit Union, 765 Washington St., for […]
Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber announces annual award winners
Once per year, the Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber celebrates business leaders for their contribution to the region. These businesses, organizations and individuals are nominated by the membership and local citizens for the outstanding work they do. This year, we had many nominations for the committee to evaluate, and I’m proud to announce the winners below. These […]
Bath Housing board member retires after decades of service
After more than two decades of service, including 17 years as board chairperson, Katy Powers is retiring from the Bath Housing Authority Board of Directors. Powers leaves behind a legacy of leadership, compassion and unwavering commitment to the community, as well as a deeply grateful staff and board, Bath Housing said in a news release. […]
The two ‘Great Fires’ that consumed Bath in the 1800s
While the Great Brunswick Fire of 1825 is likely the most well-known fire to have occurred in the Midcoast, the City of Bath has known at least two “Great Fires” in its history. On Friday night, Jan. 17, 1837, at approximately 11 p.m., a fire broke out in the “two-story wooden building” that occupied Parson […]
Bath teacher receives ‘Oscars of teaching’ award
A Bath Middle School seventh-grade science teacher received the prestigious Milken Educator Award in front of a crowd of cheering students at a surprise ceremony Wednesday morning.