Paving on Water Street and River Road

BRUNSWICK — Department of Public Works Director John Foster announced the schedule for town paving projects to begin Thursday. Thursday, Augus 6, work will begin on Water Street from Industry Road to the walking path parking lot and Boody Street to Spring Street. Crews from Harry C. Crooker and Sons will finish the work in a few weeks when the utility covers have been adjusted. Night work will also begin on 900 feet of River Road beginning at Pleasant Street. Work on River Road will be done at night between 7 p.m. Thursday and 6 a.m. Friday to minimize traffic disruptions.

MCH Teddy Bear Bake Sale is Aug. 6

BRUNSWICK — Teddy bears for young patients in trauma at Mid Coast Hospital are the focus for the public summer bake sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday. Aug. 6, in the Café Corridor, sponsored by the 54 junior volunteers donating their time at the hospital. The hospital is at 123 Medical Center Drive.

Sponsored by the Mid Coast Hospital Auxiliary, the Teddy Bear Club provides stuffed animals to young patients who may be having a painful time in getting their care, but often react favorably when a new “friend” is given to them. Organizations, including school children, from the entire Mid-coast community donate to the program throughout the year, which requires about 150 stuffed animals a month.

For many years, junior volunteers and their families have provided the baked goods for the sale, which could include pies, cakes, cupcakes, cookies of all kinds, breads, whoopie pies, and many other special items. Donations of baked goods are willingly accepted and may be taken to the MCH Volunteer Office, next to the Gift Shop at the main entrance, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5. Juniors will package the baked goods and tie with ribbons for gift giving.

For more information, contact Kristin DeBello, junior volunteer coordinator, at (207) 373-6016 or volservices@mid- coasthealth.com.