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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Region 10 standout grads ready for professional work
Region 10 Technical High School senior recognition night was scheduled for May 29 at 6 p.m. in the Orion Theatre at Mt. Ararat Middle School.
Brunswick High School graduate writing her next chapter
Brunswick High School’s 186 seniors are scheduled to graduate on June 6 at the Sidney J. Watson Arena at Bowdoin College.
Brunswick library expanding access to outdoor gear
The Curtis Memorial Library now offers gear passes through Maine GearShare, allowing library card holders to access outdoor equipment for free.
East Brunswick recreation-area plans win council approval
The plan suggests several projects, including trails, parking lots, a playground and a swimming area at a 231-acre property in East Brunswick.
Dog photography the focus of new Brunswick studio
Soul Dog Studio on Range Road will start taking dog clients and their humans this summer.
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 […]
Midcoast Literacy recognizes locals for accomplishments, service
The event included presenting awards recognizing exceptional tutor and learners for their accomplishments over the past year.
United Way of Mid Coast Maine annual meeting set for June 10 at Bowdoin
The event’s theme is “United We Thrive” — an opportunity to come together as a community, according to organizers.
Walking the spring woods in Brunswick with friends (and with Robert Frost)
On May 29, I got the gift of walking proposed parts of Brunswick’s Perimeter Trail with Parks and Facilities manager and town forester Dennis Wilson and with representatives from the Lands Committee of the Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust (note: I am also a member of that committee). On a morning when “more showers” were predicted, we […]