Brunswick’s second annual Pride Festival will take place from noon to 5 p.m. at the Town Mall. Events include music, face painting, family-friendly games and activities, and a maker’s market of LGBTQ+ artists and crafters. Drag performances are scheduled from noon to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 to 3:00 p.m. Attendees also can expect about […]
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.
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Zoom discussion on climate change at the local level
Troy Moon, South Portland’s sustainability coordinator, will speak about addressing climate change at the local level from 5-7 p.m. Monday, June 12. The discussion will be held via Zoom and the link can be found on the Brunswick town website. For more information, contact Ashley Charleson, town Environmental Planner, at acharleson@brunswickme.org.
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Music grant opens doors to private lessons at Brunswick High School
The music department is now able to offer free extra instruction to students who want to hone their instrument skills.
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Activist organizes concert in Yarmouth to benefit Ukrainian children
Pavel Sulyandziga and a Yarmouth High School student have teamed up to present a benefit concert performed by his opera singer son, Pavel Sulyandziga Jr.
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$500,000 donation ‘a huge step’ toward new shelter in Brunswick
Tedford Housing has raised about $4.3 million of its $8.3 million goal for the emergency housing facility.
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Harpswell Hiking Challenge this weekend
Harpswell Recreation and Community Services, the Harpswell Land Trust and the American Hiking Society are sponsoring an 8-trail and modified 4-trail Harpswell Hiking Challenge, Saturday and Sunday, June 3-4. The event is free with no pre-registration necessary. Trail maps can be picked up at the HQ table the Harpswell Town Office or accessed online at […]
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Artist spaces still available at Bath Heritage Days
Main Street Bath is seeking artists for the July 1 Art in the Park, part of the annual Bath Heritage Days. There are four spots still available. Artists are responsible for bringing their own tents and assembling them, and there is a $175 participation fee. Those interested find an application at visitbath.com/events/heritage-days. Questions should be […]
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Author hopes his journey will inspire disadvantaged youth
Patrick Asare will be in Brunswick next week to read from and discuss his book “The Boy from Boadua – One African’s Journey of Hunger and Sacrifice in Pursuit of a Dream.”
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Six Rivers Youth Sports to expand at old Topsham dome site
The nonprofit group will purchase the property, where it also plans to build a $5 million ice arena, and open a full-size outdoor turf field.
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Memorial Day plans for Brunswick, Topsham, Bath
Brunswick, Topsham and Bath will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and observances. Brunswick and Topsham will hold a joint parade and an observance on the Brunswick Mall in honor and remembrance of those who lost their lives in the U.S. Armed Forces. Route 201 and Main Street will close to traffic at 8 a.m. and […]