Construction crews are working on improvements and updates inside and outside of the historic building.
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.
Freeport Sewer District prepares for $20 million upgrade
The Freeport Sewer District is starting a major upgrade to its wastewater treatment facility.
Maine-based franchise Bay Bowls opens new location in Bath
A family-owned business expands into the City of Ships, offering superfood fruit bowls and smoothies. The fruit and granola business is looking for new licensing and franchise opportunities in the state.
Bath Area YMCA will change leadership over the summer
A leadership change is underway this July for the Bath Area Family YMCA, with the former COO filling in as CEO as the nonprofit searches for a new chief operating officer this summer.
Bowdoinham receives grant to plant trees at new riverfront park
Bowdoinham has received Maine Forest Service Canopy grant funding to support reforestation efforts at the new Riverfront Park, aiming to address shoreline erosion, reduce stormwater runoff, and provide more shade for residents and visitors.
Freeport High School scholarship fund more than doubled by surprise donation
A Freeport High School scholarship foundation received a $3.2 million donation from Norman Stetson. The board running the fund is looking into how best to use it for its program.
What to expect for Bath Heritage Days
Bath Heritage Days has a big lineup of familiar events and a few new ones from July 3-6.
Fund honors former U.S. Navy critical care nurse
Phippsburg CARES establishes the Heidi’s Hope Fund to honor her generous spirit and help cover food, heat, medicine or other unexpected expenses for those in need.
BIW partners with Portland to expand bus service to Bath
Bath Iron Works teams up with Greater Portland Metro to bring its BREEZ service to Bath. More affordable Metro bus system fares and discounts will be available to shipyard employees.
Bath Housing opens its new Centre Street apartment complex
Bath Housing opens its new affordable apartment complex as part of its larger vision for the Congress Housing Corridor, which aims to address the limited housing rental market.