The Mid-coast Altered Couture Contest will feature designs comprised of recycled materials made by 25 local artists. Ticket sales will be donated to the Brunswick nonprofit Art Van.
Maria Skillings
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.
Topsham Fire and Rescue to launch in-home paramedicine with $60,000 state grant
Topsham Fire Chief Chris McLaughlin said the program will be funded by Maine EMS for one year and launch July 1.
Freeport’s Harraseeket Inn sold to Massachusetts firm
The tourist hotspot known for its food and charming atmosphere was purchased by Giri Hotels, a Massachusetts-based company.
Head-on collision in Woolwich leaves two drivers with serious injuries, kills dog
Police say it was raining steadily when the two vehicles collided early Sunday morning.
The Vermont Flannel Company opens first Maine storefront in Freeport
Dozens gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday evening for a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s and the chance to browse the new flannel store.
Driver severely injured after crash with truck hauling modular home in Wiscasset
Police say the 25-year-old man from Friendship was taken to Maine Medical for treatment Wednesday morning.
Coffee By Design says goodbye to Freeport
The popular coffee spot located inside L.L. Bean will close Wednesday in advance of the retailer’s campus upgrade project.
Maine State Music Theatre returns with a full season lineup and its most challenging show yet
“Titanic” kicks off the 2023 season June 7 at Maine State Music Theatre.
92-year-old Army veteran to lead Brunswick-Topsham Memorial Day Parade
Army veteran John Houston, of Topsham, hopes to inspire today’s youth to honor the American flag and those who serve and protect. The parade on Monday will start at 8:45 a.m. at the Topsham Town Hall and process to the Brunswick Mall, where observances will start at 11 a.m.
It’s all about pickleball: The sport that’s sweeping the Midcoast
Brunswick pickleball players share why they’ve picked up a paddle and joined the national athletic trend.