Brunswick Town Manager John Eldridge issued an emergency order on Monday in light of the current COVID-19 surge.
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Thacher Carter covers general news for Brunswick and Freeport. After growing up in York, Maine, Thacher graduated in 2020 from St. Lawrence University, where he earned a degree in English and Environmental Studies. Before beginning at The Times Record, Thacher worked four seasons for the Appalachian Mountain Club's High-Mountain Huts in the New Hampshire White Mountains. Thacher now resides in Portland.
National Wildlife Federation showcases Brunswick photographer’s work on holiday cards
Glenn Michaels’ photo of a pelican is being featured on the National Wildlife Federation’s holiday card along with other merchandise this year.
Brunswick parents divided on mask mandates for coming school year
The debate among parents comes amid rising COVID-19 cases in Maine.
Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association to debut new digs in Brunswick
After beginning two new programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association plans to cut the ribbon for the new Pleasant Street location on Aug. 12.
Easing Brunswick road’s traffic congestion could cost millions
Brunswick’s Pleasant Street sees thousands of vehicles daily, and experienced dozens of crashes in 2020.
Brunswick school board explores masking requirements in light of COVID surge
Southern Midcoast communities have high vaccination rates, according to the Maine CDC; Mid Coast Hospital watching as local infection rates wax and wane.
Online fundraiser ongoing for family of Freeport woman who died unexpectedly
As of Wednesday, nearly $20,000 has been raised.
Two seats on Freeport-area school board and town council up for grabs
As of Monday, nomination papers are now available at the Freeport Town Clerk’s office.
Brunswick moves closer to acquiring long sought-after, historic shoreline for public use
The price is set at $504,000, and the town hopes to fund the purchase through grants and other fundraising efforts.
Accident on Route 1 south caused traffic snarl in Brunswick Tuesday
There was an accident involving three vehicles on the southbound side of Route 1 Tuesday afternoon. No one was injured.