C. Thacher Carter

Times Record

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.

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Published
July 11, 2021

In photos: Anglers assemble for inaugural fly-fishing showcase in Brunswick

The event raised nearly $5,000 for Project Healing Waters, an organization that supports wounded veterans through fly-fishing.
Published
July 11, 2021

Missing Freeport woman’s car found in Bristol

Police are asking for help located 55-year-old Wendy Lewis of Freeport, who was last seen around 3:15 p.m. on July 7 in Brunswick.
Published
July 8, 2021

Bowdoin College experiment looks to test relationship between oysters and seagrass

Students and staff hypothesize that the seagrass will help the growth of oysters, which could have a positive impact of Maine’s booming aquaculture industry.
Published
July 7, 2021

Freeport officials extend pandemic-related outdoor dining rules

The town may make the changes permanent.
Published
July 6, 2021

Maine fly-fishing companies to host Brunswick event to support wounded veterans

The first Maine Fly Fishing Summer Showcase, which will include a fishing tournament, exhibition and afterparty, will take place at Thomas Point Beach in Brunswick this Saturday.
Published
July 6, 2021

Police: Man allegedly threatens driver with handgun during road rage incident

Police arrested 18-year-old Noah Magda of Topsham after he allegedly threatened a motorist with a handgun Saturday, July 2.
Published
July 5, 2021

Photos: Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit makes Brunswick stop

The 195th Maine Army National Guard Band performed at the Parks and Recreation building on Friday alongside a visit from the Wreaths Across America mobile education exhibit.
Published
July 2, 2021

Two Brunswick-based businesses win cash prize from Greenlight Maine

STARC Systems won $10,000 for coming in second place, and bluShift Aerospace was awarded $5,000 for third. Bixby Chocolate, a Rockland-based company, took first place and the $25,000 top prize.
Published
July 1, 2021

Brunswick, Bath look to expand composting services

Bath and Brunswick are looking to expand their composting programs, in part to offset fees incurred by processing waste. “The point is to try to spread the concept of composting out into the community,” said Bath Public Works Director Lee Leiner. “It’s never too early to try to start to change the culture a little […]
Published
July 1, 2021

Maine passenger train ridership rebounds as pandemic restrictions ease

Ridership on the Downeaster is expected to break 20,000 this month, a level not seen since COVID-19 hit.