A pilot program from Merrymeeting Food Council and several partner organizations will try to address a labor shortage on Maine farms while helping low-income workers find steady jobs.
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Posted inTimes Record
Community comes together in support of Brunswick teacher battling cancer
A fundraiser will be held on Jan. 27 at Bolos restaurant to support the family of Amanda Cohen, a local woman who received a terminal cancer diagnosis earlier this month.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
While nation’s kids turn from sports, young Mainers can’t get enough
Local youth sports organizations report strong participation numbers despite pandemic challenges.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Midcoast Meetings: Jan. 28-Feb. 4
Bath See cityofbath.com for information on Zoom meetings. Tues. 2/1 6 p.m. Planning Board City Hall Tues. 2/1 6 p.m. Community Forestry Committee 4 Sheridan Road Wed. 2/2 4 p.m. Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee City Hall Wed. 2/2 6 p.m. City Council City Hall Brunswick For information on remote access, televised/streamed meetings see brunswickme.org. Tues. […]
Posted inTimes Record
Midcoast organizations join forces to address farm labor shortage
A new program launched by the Merrymeeting Food Council aims to increase accessibility and participation within the Midcoast’s agricultural workforce.
Posted inTimes Record
Midcoast animal welfare groups see uptick in donations from Betty White Challenge
Midcoast Humane, Passion for Pets Rescue and Paw in the Door Maine Cat Rescue all reported donation spikes in memory of Betty White.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick animal shelter shakes up leadership
Midcoast Humane announced Wednesday that Jess Townsend, who was serving as the organization’s interim executive director, will now fill the role permanently.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Mid Coast Hospital’s leadership proud of performance during difficult 2021
After fully unifying with MaineHealth, Mid Coast Hospital spent 2021 updating their internal processes and medical records system while battling a global pandemic.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
After buying long-desired land for conservation, Brunswick plans next steps
On Jan. 1, Brunswick took ownership of a “spectacular” piece of land it had sought for decades. Now, town officials envision a future for the historic property.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Midcoast Meetings: Jan. 21-28
Bath See cityofbath.com for information on Zoom meetings. Tues. 1/25 5 p.m. Economic Development Committee City Hall Wed. 1/26 4 p.m. Transportation Committee City Hall Brunswick For information on remote access, televised/streamed meetings see brunswickme.org. Mon. 1/24 6:30 p.m. Finance Committee Wed. 1/26 10 a.m. Staff Review Committee Town Hall/Zoom Wed. 1/26 6 p.m. Rivers […]