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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PublishedSeptember 7, 2022
Brunswick memorial garden for children planned as peaceful, healing space
Madeline’s Mission will construct the garden on the Parkview campus of Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick, where it also hopes to host annual gatherings, butterfly releases and bulb plantings.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2022
Five new city employees on board in Bath
Bath has announced the hiring of five people to fill open city positions. Hired were: Christopher Taylor as deputy city clerk; Luke Gilliam, Public Works mechanic; William Grimes, firefighter and EMT; Aaron Smeltzer, firefighter and paramedic; and Jack Hernandez, city arborist. The city is still seeking candidates for several other positions, including bus driver and […]
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PublishedAugust 31, 2022
Bath ballot set for council elections
Incumbents Jennifer DeChant and Julie Ambrosino are running unopposed for reelection to the Bath City Council along with new candidate Miriam Johnson. DeChant is running for Ward 5, Johnson in Ward 7 and Ambrosino is running for councilor at large. The election will be held Nov. 8 and absentee ballots will be available up to […]
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PublishedAugust 31, 2022
Harpswell, West Bath, Phippsburg prepare for sea level rise
The southern Midcoast towns have been working with consultants to survey and access waterfront areas for potential impacts from sea level rise and are now preparing to take action.
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PublishedAugust 30, 2022
Dike Newell students set to start school
The first day of the 2022-23 school year for students who would normally attend Dike Newell Elementary School will be Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the building that formerly housed the Bath Technical Center at 826 Shipbuilder Drive in Bath. The change in venue came after an alleged arsonist set fire to the school June 11, […]
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PublishedAugust 29, 2022
Sharing the harvest put free produce on the table
Merrymeeting Gleaners hosts its weekly sharing table Wednesday in front of the Topsham Public Library, and will continue through the winter, taking operations inside once the weather turns.
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PublishedAugust 24, 2022
Bath dad launches plan for ship-themed community playground
Building a privately funded playground at Library Park, which would need City Council approval, has seen a fair amount of support so far.
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PublishedAugust 24, 2022
Block party will benefit Midcoast Athletic Recreation Complex project
Flight Deck Brewing and Wild Oats will host a block party from 5-9 p.m. Sept. 10 to benefit the Midcoast Athletic Recreation Complex to be built at Brunswick Landing. The Block Party will be held at the parking lot between Flight Deck Brewing and Wild Oats and will feature at least four food trucks, outdoor […]
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PublishedAugust 23, 2022
Freeport man’s vision: Disabled will reside with dignity
The goal of Paul Linet’s nonprofit 3i Housing of Maine is to create affordable apartments, with a big focus on assistive technology, for people with physical disabilities.
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PublishedAugust 18, 2022
Burt Dow would be proud: Father, daughter pair up to build replica of Tidely-Idley
In the wake of their success, Sam Coolidge and his daughter Hazel of Scarborough are writing a children’s book about their mission to build the boat.
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