Brunswick creator Abigail Putnam proves art can do more than celebrate marine life. It can raise awareness of unfamiliar fish species, reaching new audiences in eye-catching ways.
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.
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Boothbay Harbor annual Gingerbread Spectacular a sweet success
From Dec. 13-15, the Boothbay Harbor Opera House displayed gingerbread houses and castles against the backdrop of its decorated stage. Here are the creations that captured locals’ hearts (and awards).
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Maine poet laureate leads school workshop, judges poetry contest during Midcoast visit
Julia Bouwsma visited the Center for Teaching and Learning on Dec. 3 to connect with students and judge an evening poetry competition as part of her Write ME Epistolary Poetry Project.
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Young artisans host inaugural Makers Market in Bath
Third and fourth graders at Brightfield School welcomed The Times Record during an in-class work day, where they created oyster ornaments, dog treats and hand warmers for the Makers Market on Dec. 11.
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Fire that leveled landmark Damariscotta restaurant ruled accidental
With the fire investigation now closed, Schooner Landing Restaurant and Marina co-owners Caleb Jones and Scott Folsom have started clearing the debris and looking to the future.
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Hunter finds body in Edgecomb
Maine State Police on Wednesday confirmed an ongoing Edgecomb investigation, which is now being steered by the Major Crimes Unit.
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From Harpswell family tradition to festive business venture
Generations of Mainers have made a living working seasonal jobs, including wreath making. Pam Douglas and her son Sterling reflect on the tradition’s legacy, from 10 wreaths sold at Cook’s Lobster House to thousands from their home studio each season.
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Arrowsic residents celebrate new public water access
In the spirit of gratitude, residents reflect on the opening of Packard Landing, a ‘town gift’ delivered in 2024.
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Photos: Community spirit shines bright at Woolwich annual tree-lighting
On Dec. 1, the Nequasset Meeting House welcomed a crowd of festive locals eager to celebrate the magic of the holidays.
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Gulf of Maine warming research resumes with NASA support
As Bigelow Laboratory’s Gulf of Maine North Atlantic Time Series approaches its 25th year, NASA awarded the program funding to continue regular cruises on the R/V Bowditch. Here’s what to expect.