Backed by both housing and environmental advocates, the Brunswick Town Council Monday approved a nearly $4 million land purchase that could affect the town’s landscape for decades to come.
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Bath to light up its holiday tree later for ‘brighter effect’
In past years, daylight took away from the “awe factor” of the tree lighting, so this year, Santa will wait until after dark to flip the switch.
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Recounts confirm Election Day winners in 3 state races
Recounts were requested in one Senate and two House races.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Bath examining zoning with new housing in mind
The goal of the project is to look for areas for new housing, housing density and to “clean up” the city’s outdated zoning code, officials say.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Bath artist donates work for holiday card fundraiser
Former Morse High School teacher Sandy Crabtree says the Pine Tree Society’s work for children and adults with disabilities inspires her and other artists.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Chipotle denies union-busting in Augusta in answer to federal labor board complaint
The company told the National Labor Relations Board it closed the Augusta restaurant because it was failing, not to prevent a union from forming.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Local & State
Thanksgiving gatherings grow after 2 years of pandemic restrictions
Local markets and caterers say preorders for turkeys and prepared meals seem geared toward larger groups, as families plan to reunite in bigger numbers.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Whole Foods to stop selling Maine lobster following fishery’s loss of 2 sustainability labels
The upscale supermarket chain says that it won’t offer Gulf of Maine lobster until it again has an eco-friendly certification or is removed from the Seafood Watch ‘red list.’
Posted inTimes Record
World Cup promises Mainers excitement, camaraderie watching world’s most popular sport
Byrnes’ Irish Pub in Brunswick opened for a special FIFA World Cup viewing event Monday afternoon, joining a spate of Maine bars and breweries that draw fans of the quadrennial event.
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Overwhelmed by donations, Harpswell Santa Fund is ready to help local families for Christmas
With $21,000 in donations, the Santa Fund expects to fulfill the Christmas wish lists of at least 30 families and 70 children in Harpswell this year.