Plans for the winter season include regular car-side service, a heated tent serving alcohol and a new community ice rink.
Hannah LaClaire
Staff Writer
Hannah LaClaire is a business reporter at the Portland Press Herald, covering Maine’s housing crisis, real estate and development, entrepreneurship, the state's cannabis industry and a little bit of everything else. Before joining the Press Herald in 2021, Hannah covered the town of Brunswick for The Times Record. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running and weekends up at camp. She lives in Springvale with her husband and daughter, their dog and two tuxedo cats.
Coronavirus outbreak at L.L. Bean order fulfillment center in Freeport
According to a company spokesperson, six people have tested positive for the virus.
As virus concerns cancel Halloween celebrations, local families look to socially distanced trick-or-treating
Traditional trick-or-treating is considered “higher risk” by the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, but officials say there are ways to celebrate Halloween with only “moderate” risk.”
Local movie theaters weather challenges as national chain announces closure of all theaters
Some theaters are re-releasing classic films, while others are offering virtual programming or staying dark.
Freeport-area schools report fifth positive coronavirus case
The announcement comes just a few weeks before Superintendent Becky Foley is expected to announce whether the schools will return to full in-person instruction.
Bowdoin College to welcome back sophomores, juniors, seniors for spring semester
Through its partnership with the Broad Institute, Bowdoin College has performed nearly 17,000 coronavirus tests as of Wednesday, resulting in just four positive cases.
Little movement as Freeport, owners remain at odds over Island Rover
The boat has been finished for at least two years, but neither party can agree on how to get it in the water.
Presumed positive case of coronavirus at Brunswick’s Harriet Beecher Stowe
In a letter to the community, Superintendent Phillip Potenziano said the department is awaiting confirmation from the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, but that officials are informing families “out of an abundance of caution.”
Historic Brunswick hotel sold at auction
Details, including the winning bidder, amount and plans for The Daniel and it’s property are confidential under the purchase-and-sale agreement.
No known COVID cases at Bowdoin College after three early infections
Local business owners are reporting a boost in business now that roughly 700 students are back on campus.