As the sidewalk reconstruction project gets going again this spring, some delays are expected. Here’s why.
Laura Sitterly
Laura Sitterly covers the northern part of The Times Record's territory, including Harpswell, Phippsburg, Wiscasset and surrounding towns. Her lifelong love of the outdoors was sparked by a childhood spent paddling the lakes and rivers of New York State’s Adirondack Mountains. She earned a bachelor’s degree at Auburn University and a publishing certificate from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. She spends her free time cross-country skiing or swimming the coast, depending on the season.
Where to find ‘Antiques Roadshow’ when it makes its first Maine stop
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens will host the Emmy-nominated series on June 18 for an all-day appraisal event. The event is free, but tickets are required.
Freeport timber harvest that rankled locals serves as forestry lesson
At first, the operation at Bliss Woods raised public concern, but now it has become a lesson in climate-smart forestry. This May, locals can join a forester on a woods walk to learn more about the preserve’s improving health.
New Nordic spa makes waves in Newcastle
Waterstruck Wellness promises new spring offerings, including Maple Steam, Soak, and Sauna workshops and birding activities.
Freeport Flag Lady JoAnn Miller, a pillar of patriotism, dies
One of the Freeport Flag Ladies passed away on Feb. 22, surrounded by friends and family. A public celebration of life will be held Tuesday, March 4.
Recreation and preservation butt heads in East Brunswick
Following a public forum where a plan for the Former Maine Gravel & Captain Fitzgerald Land Parcels was reviewed, the project’s advisory committee discussed the site’s ecology, emphasizing the primary goal: balancing ecosystem with increased recreational use.
Sheepscot salmon show a rare resurgence in Maine
A recent survey of Atlantic salmon redds revealed a higher count than expected, given last year’s low water levels — a hopeful sign in local streambeds.
Brunswick Landing authority picks new leader in midst of spill cleanup
Daniel Stevenson will become the new executive director of the Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority (MRRA) on March 3, replacing Steve Levesque, who filled in after former Director Kristine Logan resigned in the wake of August’s chemical spill.
Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association serves fish tots to local tots
Feeding the future generation, Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association has taken to lunch lines, serving up sustainably harvested local seafood. On Feb. 11, the group crafted a fish tot suitable for tiny hands, which was well received by Kate Furbish Elementary School students.
Cushing wooden art preserve gains national historic recognition
Langlais Art Preserve recently caught the attention of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which announced the addition of 19 new affiliate sites to its prestigious Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios network — the most significant expansion since the program’s founding in 2000.