Reps. Richard Farnsworth, Erik Jorgensen and Matt Moonen have been termed out and cannot seek re-election.
March 2020
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Bath closes CityBus service
BATH — The threat of coronavirus has caused the city to cease CityBus operations. The earliest the service could resume services is 6 a.m. Tuesday, March 31, although the city noted in its announcement that the date is subject to change.
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Bath declares state of emergency due to coronavirus
BATH — To stymie the spread of COVID-19 – the respiratory disease caused by coronavirus – City Manager Peter Owen has enacted a proclamation that declares a state of emergency in the city. No business is allowed to host or organize events between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., and no person can be in any […]
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Bath Arts center launching remote ‘Live from Home’ shows
BATH — After postponing shows to stem the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the Chocolate Church Arts Center is instead offering “Live from Home,” a free concert series performed by regional musicians that can be watched live and online on Facebook. William Lederer, at left, the center’s executive director and a former professional musician, will […]
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U.S. and Canada are closing shared border to nonessential travel
Both countries are eager to choke off the spread of the coronavirus but also maintain their vital economic relationship.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Buxton’s Spencer-Fleming writes bestsellers and likes libraries
Julia Spencer-Fleming, an award-winning and bestselling mystery author from Buxton says events like Westbrook’s Books in the ‘Brook develop “community, excitement and appreciation.”
Posted inAmerican Journal, Northern Forecaster
Speeches at UN canceled, but Scouts look forward
Two freshmen from Westbrook and Falmouth were among those selected to speak to the United Nations’ Commission on the Status of Women in April.
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Across U.S., a vast disparity in states’ responses to coronavirus
Absent federal mandates and clear guidance, states, counties and cities are making their own calls.
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Chocolate Church Arts Center presents live stream concert
Catch an online performance from William Lederer on Friday night.
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U.S. inmates fearful of virus argue for release
Trump’s former personal attorney Michael Cohen and Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff are among the inmates seeking release from prison.