Usually when I write my thoughts here to share with you I live up to the “Opinion” title of the section. I come in with an experience, or a memory, or an idea, and I mold it and shape it until at the end: ta-da! There it is, my formed little notion. This week is […]
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Brunswick’s proposed budget could raise property tax rate by 6%
While still early in the process, the combined increase from school, town and county budgets could result in a net property tax hike of $3.55 million from last year.
In photos: Brunswick gives blood to help reported blood shortage
Over 30 people donated blood to the American Red Cross in Brunswick, which has reported blood shortages throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
BluShift Aerospace opens $1 million crowdfunding campaign, starts building next rocket
The Brunswick-based rocket company successfully launched its first rocket back in January.
People Plus opens Music in April online auction
The 19th annual People Plus Music in April online auction fundraiser is now open. The online silent auction, which features over 150 items, launched April 1 and will close at 10 p.m. April 30. The auction will feature a variety of items, including golf packages, local gift certificates, jewelry, private dinners, an outdoor gas grill, toys, […]
Brunswick’s Bank of America branch temporarily closed due to COVID-19
Brunswick’s Bank of America branch at 110 Maine St. is temporarily closed because of concerns surrounding COVID-19. According to a company statement, the closure is intended to keep employees and clients healthy and safe. The bank is monitoring local conditions and plans to reopen “as soon as it is safe to do so.” A spokesperson said […]
Bowdoin breaks ground on new arctic center in Brunswick
The new facility in Brunswick is expected to be complete in November 2022.
Brunswick-based disability services organization gets $50,000 challenge gift
Brunswick-based Independence Association received a $50,000 challenge gift for its Campaign for Independence & Growth. The anonymous donor will match dollar-for-dollar all gifts to the campaign through June 30, according to the association. “There has never been a better time to assist Mainers with disabilities in obtaining full and inclusive lives in their chosen communities,” said […]
Bowdoin students, faculty seek better anti-Asian violence response from college
Some Bowdoin College community members hope more long-term work will be done.
Brunswick tech school sees spike in applications
As of Monday Region 10 Technical High School had received 404 applications for next school year, which would be an increase over the 263 students attending the school this year.