Remember how much we enjoyed class field trips? Whether it was a trip to the Museum of Science or a day at the beach studying the tidal pools with our classmates, it was fun and exciting to spend time outside of the classroom. And we learned a few things as well. Here in the Brunswick […]
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People and Business: May 3
Hires, promotions, appointments Rita Dennis was promoted to independent living sales consultant at OceanView in Falmouth. She joined the business 23 years ago and has worked as a marketing and advertising coordinator. Chris O’Connor has been named the Equality Community Center’s first executive director. He was previously the center’s manager. The ECC, based in Portland, is […]
Brunswick budget plan with 7% tax hike advances
A slim majority of the Brunswick Town Council agreed to a 9% increase in municipal, school and county spending.
Brunswick-area cadets take first flight with Air Force captain
Three local cadets got the opportunity to operate an aircraft for the first time on Saturday. U.S. Air Force Captain Tomas Dundzilla left the Bangor airport early Saturday morning and flew to Brunswick, where he introduced the cadets from the Brunswick area to the experience of flight and let them each of them take the […]
Brunswick LGBTQ+ pride crosswalk returning after vandalism
Brunswick’s rainbow-colored pride crosswalk will be painted again after it was vandalized by motorcyclists last year.
Oasis Free Clinics earns 2023 Gold Rating from NAFC Quality Standards Program
Oasis Free Clinics recently announced the Brunswick nonprofit earned a 2023 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics Quality Standards Program. This rating highlights Oasis’ commitment to providing quality care to patients. “We are thrilled to earn a good rating for the second year in a row,” Anita Ruff, Oasis Free […]
Coastal Journal Meetings: May 5-12
Bath Fri. 5/5 11 a.m. Climate Action Commission City Hall Brunswick Mon. 5/8 5:30 p.m. Joint Topsham Water District River Road Mon. 5/8 6 p.m. Housing Committee Zoom, Council Chambers Tue. 5/9 4:30 p.m. Teen Center Advisory People Plus Tue. 5/9 7 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, Council Chambers Wed. 5/10 10 a.m. Central Fire Station […]
Midcoast Senior College’s current seminar series comes to a close
Midcoast Senior College is hosting a free and in-person colloquium with four expert panelists discussing the implications of “Maine’s Transforming Economy and Changing Demographics: Building a Better Future” at 6 p.m. May 16 at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 1 Middle St. in Brunswick. Throughout the winter, MSC members and the greater community have enjoyed […]
Brunswick residents divided over budget hikes during hearing
Some were wary of a projected 7.4% property tax increase, while others said additional spending is needed to maintain services.
Brunswick delays election after secretary of state’s denial
The Brunswick Town Council attempted to switch polling sites from the junior high school to the recreation center to avoid a conflict with the school day.