Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine is holding a recruitment campaign until March 1 and is especially in need of male volunteers.
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.
Maine College of Arts and Design’s local impact? There’s a map for that
An illustrated map highlights spots in Portland where MECA&D community members have made their mark.
Bath seeks to fill committee vacancies
The city of Bath seeks volunteers to fill positions on six municipal committees. Members are needed to serve on the Economic Development, Forestry, Recreation, and Transportation committees and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Interested residents should complete an application form online at Cityofbath.com or go to the Bath City Clerk’s office.
Nomination papers available for District 5 Brunswick council seat
Nomination papers are now available for the District 5 Brunswick Town Council seat left vacant by Chris Watkinson’s recent resignation. Nomination papers are due by Jan. 25. A special election will be held Feb. 28 at Town Hall. The winning candidate will serve the balance of the three-year term, which expires at the end of […]
Cumberland church seeking recyclables
The Tuttle Road Community Church, 52 Tuttle Road in Cumberland, will host a “recycle Saturday” from from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 7. The church is asking for used COVID-19 masks made of paper, such as surgical masks N95 masks, and paper dust masks; used sneakers with the exception or funning shoes and cleats: […]
Community adds the spirit to Christmas with Kennerley concert, he says
This year’s concert hosted by organist James Kennerley features two local choirs, the Kotzschmar Festival Brass and Percussion ensemble, a renowned opera singer – and the audience.
City of Bath offers free trolley caroling
The city of Bath and Main Street Bath are partnering to offer free trolley caroling through the month of December. The trolley will depart from City Hall every half hour from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, through the end of the month. Rides are first come, first served with no tickets necessary.
Mt. Ararat students publish a Telling Room book of mysteries
The Telling Room of Portland worked with a group of middle school writers and “A Glimpse of My Shadow” is the result.
New sensor at Portland’s Back Cove a tool for flood areas
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute hopes to use the data to help develop strategies to deal with tidal flooding.
Fairs usher in holidays in Midcoast
The coming weekend is filled with fairs.