The public needs assessment workshop aims to identify what Topsham residents want to see in a proposed multipurpose community center.
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Trout Unlimited to host informational event on insects and fly-fishing
The Merrymeeting Bay Chapter of Trout Unlimited is hosting “Insects and Fly-Fishing: A Winning Combination” from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Sea Dog Brewing, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Topsham. Imitating stream, lake and pond insects is one of the most important tools in a fly fisher’s bag of tricks. Well-known fly-fishing entomologist Eric Frohmberg […]
Federal appeals court rejects challenge to Brunswick-Topsham bridge replacement
The First Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a federal district court decision allowing the Maine Department of Transportation to move forward with the replacement of the Frank J. Wood Bridge linking Brunswick and Topsham.
Grant supports nonprofit’s restorative justice efforts at Mt. Ararat High School
Restorative Justice Project Maine recently received a $9,000 grant from the Community Development Fund of the Maine Community Foundation to support Mt. Ararat High School in offering students more restorative responses to harm and conflict. The Belfast-based organization will work with school staff, students and partners to increase understanding of restorative principles and practices. RJP […]
Maine youth ice hockey is losing players. No one is sure how to stop it
The number of youth players in Maine is down 15% over the last 20 years.
Topsham hopes to adopt updated Climate Action Plan
Updates to the town’s Climate Action Plan include a focus on infrastructure in preparation for rising sea levels.
New details emerge in Mt. Ararat hockey team hazing investigation
An audio recording of an investigator interviewing a team member includes a description of a student being held down and bullied by older teammates in a locker room.
Midcoast music events on the horizon
Check out these Midcoast performances this month.
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra to perform youth-oriented program in Lewiston and Topsham
Prior to each performance, orchestra members will host “Meet the Instruments” where kids can play and learn about the instruments.
Sand for Seniors effort expands to Lincoln County
What started as one Boothbay Harbor resident’s idea to protect people in slippery conditions has grown into a community effort. This winter, local fishermen and businesses are helping provide seniors across the Pemaquid Peninsula with free buckets of sand.