With a mostly favorable opinion of the overall project proposed for Main Street, the Project Review Board requests some exterior and landscaping changes and the developer says those changes will be addressed.
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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Dog retirement home broadening its reach to help with others’ vet bills
Two new programs from Finally Home in North Yarmouth will provide financial assistance to eligible Mainers whose old dogs require medical services, including being put down.
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Morse High School to Host International Night Feb. 17
Morse High School will host its first International Night, Friday, Feb. 17, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Members of the school’s International Club have invited exchanges student from around Maine and each will have a table display about their home country. Attendees will be given passports to stamp at each table they visit. The students […]
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Hard Hats with Heart puts focus on construction worker wellness
Construction workers have an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease and the American Heart Association will promote a prevention program designed for them at a Feb. 28 event in Westbrook.
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Patten Free Library writing contest winners announced
Patten Free Library’s ninth annual writing contest drew more than 50 submissions for each of its categories. For the first time, creative non-fiction submissions were accepted this year. Grade 7-9 winners were: nonfiction, “Me” by Franny DeGeer, first place, and “Peaks Island Vignette” by Harper Nelson, second place; fiction, “Nightmare in Disguise” by Rory Leeman, […]
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Thayer Treats offers Valentine’s cookie decorating
Decorate Valentine’s Day cookies in the community room of the Patten Free Library, led by Thayer Treats, Friday, Feb. 10 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. They will teach the tissue paper method to transfer lettering, fine line work and lettering with royal icing, and watercolor painting a floral heart and accents. The session is for […]
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Bath to celebrate second annual Winterfest
Main Street Bath is returning with its second annual Winterfest, this year with more performances and featuring the Morse High School drummers in the lantern parade.
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Freeport residents against proposed apartment complex seek others to speak out
The residents in opposition believe the proposed complex detracts from the historic New England feel of the town and does not comply with local ordinances.
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Patten Free Library offers tax assistance
AARP Tax-Aide is at the Patten Free Library between Feb. 7 and April 13 with volunteers available Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Thursdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Those seeking assistance can visit the Community Room during these times, with no appointments required. There are no income or age requirements, but an intake […]
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A bond of more than 40 years bolstered by bunco
Twelve childhood friends meet monthly to socialize and play a fun little dice game.