Several towns within the southern Midcoast, including Georgetown, count ballots by hand rather than electronically, which delays election results.
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Area schools drafting multiple plans for fall reopening
Brunswick, RSU 1, RSU 5 and MSAD 75 officials sent out surveys to parents for input on reopening the schools, but likely won’t have ironed out plans until August, just weeks before school is expected to start.
In light of pandemic, Bath-area school district shaves tax increase from 3.4% to 2.1%
Bath residents could see a slight decrease in their tax bills, based on school numbers alone.
Wiscasset school plans in-person graduation, other Midcoast schools uncertain
Wiscasset Middle High School will host an abbreviated outdoor graduation ceremony and car procession at 7 p.m. on June 11.
Southern Midcoast school buildings to remain closed for remainder of school year
Neither RSU 1 nor Brunswick schools know whether an in-person graduation ceremony for high school seniors will be possible, but superintendents of both districts said they’re are exploring alternatives.
Bath closes city buildings to protect employees, public from virus
Essential services including curbside trash collection and fire and police services remain available.
Bath area schools, nonprofit provide food for students during coronavirus closures
Meals can be picked up Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dike Newell School, Fisher Mitchell School, Woolwich Central School and Phippsburg Elementary School.
From skate to school: Bath skate park partners with high school completion program
Merrymeeting Adult Education and Midcoast Community Alliance are teaming up to offer education programs at the Bath skate park for people interested in finishing high school, transitioning to college or entering the workforce.
Bath-area school district hosts first market for students’ homemade crafts
Members of the RSU 1 Parent-Teacher Association created the market as an outlet for students to showcase their creativity while earning a little money.
Ryan elected to RSU 1 school board
The Woolwich resident unseated incumbent Alan Walton to claim the 3-year seat.