Police said the man approached officers wielding the weapon before he was shot and wounded.
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Midcoast Symphony Orchestra builds youth interest by introducing instruments
Kids and adults tried their hands at an array of instruments under the supervision of band leaders and members of the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra.
Guest column: A win for the bridge that both towns want
Of course it was absurd. On Jan. 10, the U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, ruled again that the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) could proceed with construction of a new bridge between Topsham and Brunswick. If you are keeping count, this was the eighth lawsuit brought by the Friends of the Frank J. Wood […]
Topsham wants public’s input on potential community center
The public needs assessment workshop aims to identify what Topsham residents want to see in a proposed multipurpose community center.
Trout Unlimited to host informational event on insects and fly-fishing
The Merrymeeting Bay Chapter of Trout Unlimited is hosting “Insects and Fly-Fishing: A Winning Combination” from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Sea Dog Brewing, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Topsham. Imitating stream, lake and pond insects is one of the most important tools in a fly fisher’s bag of tricks. Well-known fly-fishing entomologist Eric Frohmberg […]
Federal appeals court rejects challenge to Brunswick-Topsham bridge replacement
The First Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a federal district court decision allowing the Maine Department of Transportation to move forward with the replacement of the Frank J. Wood Bridge linking Brunswick and Topsham.
Grant supports nonprofit’s restorative justice efforts at Mt. Ararat High School
Restorative Justice Project Maine recently received a $9,000 grant from the Community Development Fund of the Maine Community Foundation to support Mt. Ararat High School in offering students more restorative responses to harm and conflict. The Belfast-based organization will work with school staff, students and partners to increase understanding of restorative principles and practices. RJP […]
Maine youth ice hockey is losing players. No one is sure how to stop it
The number of youth players in Maine is down 15% over the last 20 years.
Topsham hopes to adopt updated Climate Action Plan
Updates to the town’s Climate Action Plan include a focus on infrastructure in preparation for rising sea levels.
New details emerge in Mt. Ararat hockey team hazing investigation
An audio recording of an investigator interviewing a team member includes a description of a student being held down and bullied by older teammates in a locker room.