Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bath and Brunswick hopes to raise $50,000 with the return of the Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser on April 9.
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Bath YMCA gets $1.5 million in federal funding toward child care center
A new child care center would allow the YMCA to expand its Pre-K Enrichment Program by 50% and provide infant care for the first time.
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Brunswick’s controversial proposed flavored tobacco ban divides experts
While an alliance of health organizations supports the proposed prohibition on the sale of flavored products in order to protect children, some researchers are concerned it could be a step backward for public health.
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U.S. determines Russian troops have committed war crimes in Ukraine
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the United States would share that information with allies, partners and international institutions tasked with investigating allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations hold steady as Maine reports 2 more deaths, 191 new cases
Moderna announced it is seeking federal approval for COVID-19 vaccine for young children up to age 5.
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Research finds more Lyme-carrying ticks in Arrowsic forest
New research shows ticks that can transmit Lyme disease have been increasing in abundance in a forest in the state’s Midcoast region over the last three decades, according to researchers with a Maine university and hospital. Lyme disease is spread by infected deer ticks and can cause damage to joints and the nervous system if […]
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New food pantry opens in old Brunswick school
The pantry at Coffin School comes as the demand for food climbs in Maine.
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Lisbon schools losing bus drivers to other districts
Other school districts have recruited bus drivers using sign-on bonuses and higher pay.
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Hospitalizations drop as Maine reports 272 new cases of COVID-19
The state’s latest update also includes 4 additional deaths.
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Mile stretch of Main Street in Lisbon being rebuilt starting in April
The project will completely overhaul the roadway, utilities, and sidewalks.