After a lengthy legal battle, the construction to replace the Frank J. Wood Bridge that sits over the Androscoggin River is underway by a Woolwich contractor. Reed & Reed, Inc. project manager confirms the bridge is on schedule in its current construction phase.
Paul Bagnall
Staff Writer
Paul Bagnall got his start in Maine journalism writing for the Bangor Daily News covering multiple municipalities in Aroostook County. He graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's degree in journalism and has a keen interest in writing about the environment, history, food, healthcare and business. When not writing, Paul is working on getting his dive master certification to take story telling underneath the waves.
Bath residents see a significant jump in tax bills
Town officials say the increases are partly the result of the state taking away the Property Tax Stabilization for seniors 65 and older.
Data walk shows work still to be done to improve youth mental health
United Way of Mid Coast Maine and Mid Coast Hospital gave a presentation on data points from a biennial survey to Sagadahoc County residents. Participants provided ideas of how to better address the upward trend of worsening youth mental health.
Walter’s Café highlights emerging artist Christine Covert at grand opening in Brunswick
Walter’s Café plans to showcase local artists along with the farm-to-table food served up from various local farms around Maine. The official grand opening on Saturday was a small taste of what’s to come.
Q&A: Guitarist Steve Gunn to share spontaneous style at the Chocolate Church Arts Center
Before his live performance at the Chocolate Church Arts Center, Steve Gunn sat down for a Q&A about his career and the experiences he expects to bring to Bath.
Printing becomes newest tool for Bath shellfish company
Merrymeeting Shellfish Co. works with the University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center to create 3D-printed oyster pods to boost shellfish production.
Morse High School football squad pays tribute to West Bath child who died playing flag football
The West Bath and Bath communities have reached out to help the Briggs family with fundraising efforts, including during and after the military appreciation game held Friday.
A different kind of ‘bank’ merger aims to keep Mainers warm
Maine’s wood banks are considering consolidating and forming a nonprofit to reduce costs and improve the firewood network across the state.
Patten Free Library holding contest for new merchandise design
Local artists of all ages and styles are welcome to try their hands at creating a new design for the library’s merchandise.
Chocolate Church Arts Center lines up a slate of multicultural performances
A menagerie of art and performance programs breathe new life into the Chocolate Church, with a new focus on reaching out to diverse communities in Maine to bolster its new lineup of shows.