Some have expressed interest in seeing more recreation space, conservation lands or affordable housing. A survey is available online until Aug. 21.
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Falmouth police renew search for missing Richmond woman
Anneliese Heinig disappeared in November 2019, days after posting two cryptic messages on Facebook. Her vehicle was found abandoned on the shoulder of Interstate 295 in Falmouth, two days before she was reported missing.
Striking BIW workers helped by local food banks
Many union members using the food bank said they’re feeling the pressure of two months of lost wages, but the lack of health insurance during the strike has been more financially and emotionally taxing.
Trump: ‘Glad to have helped’ striking union workers, Bath shipyard reach agreement
It’s unclear what Trump did, specifically, to help broker an agreement between management and workers.
Brunswick council considering changes to marijuana rules because current standards make retail impossible
As written, the conditional use ordinances effectively prohibit any retail marijuana in town, even in the places it’s supposed to be allowed.
West Bath School looks to bring all students back to the classroom
Emily Thompson, West Bath School principal and superintendent, said a hybrid plan isn’t necessary because class sizes are small enough that “we could meet all our distancing guidelines and have everyone in the school.”
Freeport-area schools present hybrid reopening plan, but some question efficacy of remote learning
As it is currently written, the plan focuses on the kids who are learning in the classroom. Remote-learning days will be geared toward independent learning, with assignments being made the day before while students are at school.
Brunswick man arrested after allegedly pointing gun at neighbor
Police charged 60-year-old Scott Bailey with criminal threatening with a firearm and reckless conduct with a firearm.
Topsham schools reopening plan gets mixed reaction from parents, teachers
The Maine School Administrative District 75 school board is slated to vote Aug. 13 on a school reopening plan, which would allow students to continue distance education, or return to school two days a week initially.
Union negotiators, BIW agree on contract proposal after seven weeks on strike
Union members will vote on the new contract proposal via telephone Aug. 21-23, according to the union. If approved, the contract would last until Aug. 20, 2023.