Historical organizations in Brunswick and Westport Island are among recipients of 10 new Maine Memory Network Community Mobilization grants recently awarded by the Maine Historical Society. The grants to historical organizations and libraries around Maine are to support the digitization of historic collections and the creation of online exhibits about local history, according to a […]

BATH Hyde School founder Joseph Gauld has written a new book, “What Kids Want — and Need — From Parents: How to Bond With and Mentor Children.” Gauld’s fourth book outlines a parenting process that has proven to inspire thousands of families, according to the publisher, Argo Navis. The book was released Oct. 10, and […]

ONGOING EVENTS Every Monday (except Nov. 12,unless otherwise noted)9 a.m., Crafters9 a.m., Loosen Up10 a.m., Yoga10 a.m., A Middle East ConversationSeries11 a.m., Chair Yoga11 a.m., Table TennisNoon, Bridge5:30 p.m., Laughter Club6 p.m., Belly Dancing (not Nov. 19, 26)Every Tuesday9 a.m., Table Tennis10 a.m., Art3 p.m., Teens FirstEvery Wednesday8:45 Cribbage9 a.m., Loosen Up10 a.m., Table Tennis12:30 […]

In its mission to ensure the safety and well-being of older adults through outreach and education programs, Merrymeeting Bay TRIAD partners with several local organizations, including People Plus and the Bath Senior Center. Other partners include several retirement communities in the area, public health nurses, CHANS Home Health Care, Spectrum Generations, fire departments including EMTs […]

Benefits discussion for veterans Nov. 7 Scott Karczewski, director of the Togas Veterans Center, and Charles “Chuck” Pervier, case supervisior at Togus, will lead an open discussion of veteran’s concerns at the People Plus Center on Wednesday, Nov. 7, beginning at 7 p.m. People Plus board member Jack Hudson, himself a former veteran’s service center […]

It’s been awhile since I’ve seen the vibrant colors of the autumn leaves, having spent the past four winters living in sunny and hot Phuket, Thailand. I had forgotten how chilly it can get on fall afternoons. But luckily I, along with the dozens of local teens who join me after school, have the sanctuary […]

RICHMOND After closing for the summer, Ye Olde English Fish and Chips re-opens today. Kristy Alexander, who owns and runs the restaurant at 2 Main St., with husband Wayne Alexander, said the couple travels to fairs July through October. The business was established in Brunswick. Alexander said they have a loyal following and, since opening […]

BATH — Sagadahoc Preservation’s Dreamland Theater will screen “Finding Nemo” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Winter Street Center. The suggested donation is $5. All proceeds go to maintenance of the Winter Street Center, home of Sagadahoc Preservation Inc.

FREEPORT — Author Paul Doiron will read from his book “Bad Little Falls” at the Freeport Community Library at 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 29. For information, visit www.freeportlibrary.com