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Brunswick Mall memorial honors Maine’s sacrifice in Spanish-American War

On a small triangle of land at the southern-most end of the Brunswick Mall stands a nearly forgotten monument to a nearly forgotten war. But almost 100 years ago, the placing of this monument captured headlines, became an event in Brunswick’s bicentenary celebrations and was marred by added tragedy. On Feb. 15, 1898, the island […]

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Weatherspoon wows the Bowdoin commencement crowd

The weather for the Bowdoin Commencement on May 24 quickly shifted from gray and misty to a downpour just as the first diplomas were being distributed. Looking back years from now, people will remember Weatherspoon (they/them), the senior who delivered a powerful commencement speech, just as much as the rain. I first encountered Weatherspoon’s talent […]