Brielle Hardy

The Forecaster

Brielle Hardy joined the Forecaster as a staff writer in October 2020. She is a member of the graduating class of 2020 from the University of Maine with a B.A. in Journalism. During her undergraduate career she interned at Down East Magazine and wrote for the student-led undergraduate newspaper, the Maine Campus. Born and raised in Maine, Brielle enjoys exploring coastlines, hiking mountains and skiing down them.

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Published
February 5, 2021

Planners approve new, 4-story building in Falmouth Shopping Center

The building will house a bank, restaurant and offices and will be the second 4-story building constructed at the shopping center this year.
Published
February 5, 2021

Winslow Park breaks even in 2020, moves ahead with handicapped-accessible ramp

Winslow Memorial Park Commission is slated to go over the 2020 park report on Feb. 8, along with a project to install an ADA-compliant ramp down to the beach.
Published
February 4, 2021

Local companies taste success with Good Food Awards

Maine Beer Company and Ragged Coast Chocolates have been recognized for their exceptional attention to sustainability and the quality of their winning products.
Published
February 3, 2021

Ragged Coast Chocolates tastes success with Good Food Award

The Westbrook chocolatier is honored for social and environmental responsibility and unique craftsmanship.
Published
February 2, 2021

Yarmouth school budget proposal includes 7.8% spending increase

If approved, the plan would result in an increase of 4.97% for local taxpayers over the current rate of $19.60.
Published
February 2, 2021

Falmouth resident celebrates 102nd birthday

World War II vet Ralph Bonville was named the town’s citizen of the year in 2018, and has kept detailed records of the 1,500 veterans buried in Falmouth.
Published
February 2, 2021

Bath churches spread ‘warm fuzzies’ to those in need

BATH — Bath United Methodist Church and the Neighborhood Church have joined efforts to create “The Warm Fuzzies,” a donation program providing winter clothing for those in need. The organizations are collecting new or gently worn outerwear, including hats, coats, gloves/mittens, new socks, snow pants and sleeping bags. All clothing items must be clean. Donated […]
Published
February 2, 2021

Cumberland working to weed out invasive species in Town Forest

According to Town Manager William Shane, Cumberland is working on ‘holding the line’ as invasive species cover 30 acres of the 100-acre Town Forest.
Published
February 1, 2021

Casco Bay shellfish group building database to help local industry adapt

The Casco Bay Regional Shellfish Working Group wants to know what kind of information shellfish communities would like to see in a public database, aiming to supply those in the industry with one comprehensive resource.
Published
January 26, 2021

Yarmouth to take close look at Royal River dam removals

The town council voted unanimously to approve studies to determine the costs and risks of removing the Bridge Street and Elm Street dams.