Maria Skillings

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Maria Skillings covers general news for the towns of Topsham, Lisbon, Bowdoin, Bowdoinham and Harpswell. She graduated from Cape Elizabeth High School, then received her B.A. in Theater from the University of Maine at Farmington. Maria went on to study film in New York City, where she worked as a stand-up comedian for three years. Eventually making the move to Los Angeles, she discovered her love of writing. She returned home to have her very first children’s book published. Before joining the team at the Times Record, Maria returned to her roots and began writing for the Cape Courier.

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In wake of pandemic and loss of beloved music teacher, new Morse High band director moves to rebuild program

by Maria Skillings October 23, 2022October 25, 2022

High School Band Director Andrew Chipman was hired this year after the passing of his predecessor, Anthony Marro.

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With veterinarians stretched thin, Midcoast pet owners find solace with in-home, end-of-life care for their animals

by Maria Skillings October 19, 2022

Senior pets make up 30% of the U.S. pet population.

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Market Basket gets approval in Topsham

by Maria Skillings October 17, 2022October 18, 2022

The store is expected to be ready by the end of 2023, but that could change.

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Art review: Zach Horn’s “Finding Winslow Homer” takes us on a coastal adventure

by Maria Skillings October 14, 2022October 12, 2022

The Massachusetts artist paid tribute to Maine’s coast with abstract reimaginings of paintings by notorious Maine artist Winslow Homer.

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Sagadahoc County officials talk housing, economic woes with Federal Reserve Bank of Boston president

by Maria Skillings October 12, 2022October 13, 2022

In March, Sagadahoc County received a three-year, $375,000 grant to help educators, students, health care providers and business owners bounce back from harsh economic and emotional times.