Brunswick’s new climate action plan will identify key areas of risk that are most vulnerable to climate change, as well as determining short and long-term actions that can reduce emissions and build resilience to impacts of climate change. The town is looking for feedback from residents, and has posted a survey to gauge how the […]
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Nominate Bath residents for community involvement awards
The city of Bath is seeking nominations for its 25th Annual Community Involvement Day. The city is requesting nominations for Citizen of the Year, the Youth Award, Community Project Award and the Al Smith Community Spirit Award. The deadline for submissions is Sept. 15. Nominations can be submitted online at cityofbath.com/cidawards.
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Bath releases proposed comprehensive plan update
Bath has released its latest proposed comprehensive plan, used to guide future growth and policy decisions in the city. Public comment is open until Aug. 31, and the city is seeking feedback on the proposal, to be reviewed before the final plan is released and sent to the City Council. This is the first update […]
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Town holding site walk of Topsham Fair Mall stream
The town of Topsham will host a tour of various sites along the 1.4 mile tributary stream to the Androscoggin River that runs near the Topsham Fair Mall on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Attendees will hear about the existing water quality challenges, as well as opportunities for implementing green infrastructure to […]
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Upcoming Red Cross Blood drives in Brunswick, Topsham
The American Red Cross, which reports a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations so far this summer, will hold blood drives in Topsham, Freeport and Brunswick this month. The drives are scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 26, at the American Red Cross Mid […]
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Warden to teach session on digging softshell clams
Shellfish Warden Jon Hentz will teach a session on digging softshell clams at Reid State Park in Georgetown from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 8. No clam digging license is required to participate. Hentz will share clam digging techniques and information about the local clam harvesting industry. The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust is sponsoring the […]
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Sensory-friendly visit offered at Maine Maritime Museum
The Maine Maritime Museum will offer a sensory-friendly session for families and individuals from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Aug. 20. Staff will adapt aspects of the museum galleries to create more welcoming environments for for visitors with sensory sensitivities, including modified lighting and volume levels and additional signage in galleries that are near high-level audio-visual […]
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Volunteers needed to develop plans for Brunswick recreation and conservation project
Brunswick is looking for residents to develop a master development and management plan for 229.4 acres of town property off Old Bath Road to be used for recreation and conservation. The Captain William A. Fitzgerald Recreation & Conservation Special Committee will determine types of recreational uses for the land, which includes a freshwater pond, produce […]
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Fourth of July festivities in Midcoast
Bath Bath’s annual Heritage Days will kick off Friday, June 30, and end with a fireworks display on July 4. The Independence Day parade will take place on Lincoln, Centre and Front streets at 10 a.m., and rides, games and food trucks will be available throughout the day. Musical performances will take place on the […]
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Brunswick celebrates Pride this weekend
Brunswick’s second annual Pride Festival will take place from noon to 5 p.m. at the Town Mall. Events include music, face painting, family-friendly games and activities, and a maker’s market of LGBTQ+ artists and crafters. Drag performances are scheduled from noon to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 to 3:00 p.m. Attendees also can expect about […]