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
April 22, 2021

Second Brunswick Hannaford won’t supplant downtown store

The store manager hopes the new location at Cooks Corner can contribute to the town’s larger mission to revitalize the commercial area.
Published
April 21, 2021

Reductions in Brunswick budget drops proposed tax hike to 5.4%

The council adjusted the proposed tax rate and approved a location for the June 8 school budget referendum.
Published
April 20, 2021

Proposed short-term rental rules stir controversy in Freeport

Town officials, who have grappled with a proposed ordinance, have scheduled a public hearing for April 27.
Published
April 19, 2021

Freeport’s Desert of Maine to open in May with significant off-season upgrades

The improvements are part of the ‘desert’s’ long-term revitalization plan, which includes ecology tours, mini golf, luxury cabins and a performing arts center.
Published
April 15, 2021

Durham resident crowned Mrs. Maine America, to compete nationally in Las Vegas

Last weekend Durham resident Alecia Jack took the crown in her first pageant ever.
Published
April 15, 2021

Freeport-area school district to spend $145,000 on bonuses for some employees

The Board of Directors unanimously approved the $300 end-of-year gift Wednesday.
Published
April 14, 2021

Brunswick police launch kids recreation program to combat pandemic isolation

Activities range from boating and hiking to archery and four-wheeling.
Published
April 14, 2021

Durham takes first step to resolve contradictory $3.6 million budget vote

Durham select board members took the first step at Tuesday’s meeting to resolve the $3.6 million municipal budget, which was left up in the air after last week’s contradictory town vote. “The town approved in the spending articles a total amount to be raised greater than the levy limit and said ‘no’ to raising the […]
Published
April 14, 2021

Downeaster to return Brunswick-to-Boston rail service to pre-COVID levels

The expanded schedule will include a new southbound train that will depart Brunswick mid-morning and a new northbound train that will depart Boston mid-afternoon.
Published
April 13, 2021

With J&J vaccine paused, Mid Coast Hospital vaccine clinic not anticipating issues

Officials at the Mid Coast Hospital COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Brunswick Landing are not anticipating any setbacks as a result of the federal recommendation to pause the administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. MaineHealth’s Associate Vice President of System Communications and Public Affairs John Porter said that the Brunswick Landing clinic has not used […]