As a Baby Boomer, I looked on with bemusement; but December 10, 1974 was a cultural milestone for the oldest members of Generation X. That’s when ABC premiered the Rankin/Bass Productions animated Christmas special “The Year Without A Santa Claus” (a.k.a. “Scary Title, Kids, But Tell Mom and Dad That Hasbro and Mattel Are Still […]
Times Record
Posted inTimes Record
With outages an increasing concern, Midcoast officials emphasize emergency prep
As the winter storm season approaches, Midcoast communities will have to brace for the likelihood of power outages given the increasing frequency and intensity of storms. Midcoast officials say the way to mitigate impact is to plan ahead.
advertisement
Posted inTimes Record
Winter Street Concert to raise funds for Bath church’s restoration
Midcoast musicians will be performing at the Winter Street Concert Series, featuring local talents from the business and faith-based communities.
Posted inTimes Record
Arrowsic residents celebrate new public water access
In the spirit of gratitude, residents reflect on the opening of Packard Landing, a ‘town gift’ delivered in 2024.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Letter to the editor: Musk on climate change
Musk may be on right track with climate change We are living in such a complex and surprising world. Recently, a friend sent me a link to a video demonstrating that Elon Musk, who avidly supports Trump, is or at least has been an advocate of a carbon price. In the recent past, he made […]
Posted inTimes Record
Photos: Community spirit shines bright at Woolwich annual tree-lighting
On Dec. 1, the Nequasset Meeting House welcomed a crowd of festive locals eager to celebrate the magic of the holidays.
Posted inTimes Record
From the Chamber: Old-fashioned fun in Bath and other holiday cheer
It has been an incredible couple of weeks if you have been following the events highlighted in recent columns. For starters, the two downtown tree lightings with Santa were splendid, as Santa arrived alongside Mrs. Claus by fire truck in Brunswick this past Saturday, followed by horse-drawn carriage rides in the downtown while two choirs […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Joe Guzzardi: States join immigration enforcement battle
The national frustration over President Biden’s immigration agenda was reflected not only in the presidential election’s results but also in Arizona. Proposition 314, a border security measure that makes it a state crime to enter Arizona from Mexico and outside of a legal port of entry, passed overwhelmingly. Nearly 63% of Arizonians voted for the […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Giving Voice: Warming center welcomes you, your dog, and your skepticism
“I think people, we’re creatures of habit. We get comfortable in the most uncomfortable positions, and that just becomes home.” That was David Pirtle from the National Coalition for the Homeless, explaining to a radio host why he sometimes chose to risk death by freezing on winter nights rather than move indoors. “All I can say […]
Posted inTimes Record
Public talk on scam and fraud on Dec. 4 in Westport Island
Coastal Maine Regional Broadband in collaboration with AARP’s Scam and Fraud Network and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office invite Westport Island and area residents to a free presentation on the latest fraud and scam issues (and solutions) from 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the Westport Island Town Office. CMRB works to make digital access […]