The district has expanded its language services to meet the needs of the 26 new students from Africa.
Alex Lear
Staff Writer
Alex Lear is a lifelong Mainer who has spent 25 years in journalism -- the first 20 as a reporter for newspapers in Damariscotta and Falmouth, then as Opinions section editor for the Sun Journal and now a digital producer with the Maine Trust for Local News. His long-running “Learics” column won first place in the Maine Press Association’s 2023 Better Newspaper Contest. He and his wife Lauren are kept young by their 9-year-old daughter Alaina. Send feedback and suggestions to Alex.
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Police again arrest former sheriff, jail chief for drunk driving
Mark Westrum of Bath was first charged with operating under the influence in 2016.
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Cumberland beach dig reveals relics of ancient residents
Thomas Bennett of Prince Memorial Library co-directed the archeological search at Broad Cove Reserve.
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Bath deputy police chief wraps up 27-year career
Bob Savary has started a new job with the U.S. Navy’s Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair.
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Topsham Fair promises to be a like mother, like daughter affair
The 165th annual event returns Aug. 6-11 at the Topsham Fairgrounds off the Route 196 Coastal Connector.