Members of the Class of 2023 say the celebration has been bittersweet, knowing that the school is closing its doors.
Mikayla Patel
Mikayla reports on the Midcoast region of Maine, writing about everything from local artists, to environmental issues, to affordable housing. She is passionate about sharing the stories of community members who may feel unheard. When not reporting, she can be found spending time with her dogs or at her local coffee shop. Past journalism experience includes the Greenfield Recorder and Editor in Chief of The Sophian, the newspaper of Smith College.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Fourth of July festivities in Midcoast
Bath Bath’s annual Heritage Days will kick off Friday, June 30, and end with a fireworks display on July 4. The Independence Day parade will take place on Lincoln, Centre and Front streets at 10 a.m., and rides, games and food trucks will be available throughout the day. Musical performances will take place on the […]
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Bowdoin Arctic museum’s new home broadens its horizons
The new facility also houses the college’s Arctic Studies Program, which puts a focus on Indigenous knowledge and cultures as central to addressing climate change.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Senior dog rescue hosting open house in North Yarmouth
Finally Home Senior Dog Rescue & Retirement Home in North Yarmouth will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 15. Visitors will be able to tour the nonprofit rescue home at 616 New Gloucester Road and meet the 12 dogs now living there and the staff. Raffles, refreshments and merchandise will […]
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Plant sale big producer for community garden in Brunswick
The annual fundraiser brought in $12,500 for the Thomas Settlemire Community Garden, which also includes Midcoast Hunger Prevention’s Common Good Garden.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Trail challenge sends residents into nearby ‘mini wilderness’
Presumpscot River Land Trust’s summer-long challenge invites everyone to visit six nature preserves in Westbrook, Gorham, Windham and Standish.
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Summer Guide 2023: Go fly a kite: Simple, seasonal fun that’s good for your ego
Beginning kite flyer Mikayla Patel starts out with her unicorn/mermaid delta and ends up with a fine sense of accomplishment.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Wilbur reelected, Patrick wins seat on Yarmouth School Committee
Michael Wilbur and Christina Patrick were the leaders in a four-way face for two seats.
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Big support for Bath’s first Pride Festival
Businesses and the community have rallied around the event in an important show of support for LGBTQ+ residents, including youth, an organizer says.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
RSU 14 curriculum director honored for leadership
Christine Hesler says the past year, with the controversy over books in the district, has presented new challenges, but that transparency with parents is her most useful tool.