Bath Iron Works has started building its next Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, laying out the keel for the new ship this week.
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Posted inGuides, Things to Do
Where to shop for local fabric, yarn and craft supplies in Maine
Check out our guide to local stores for your next fiber arts or crafting project.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
In the push for a statewide school cellphone ban in Maine, local control could stand in the way
Many teachers, parents and school leaders in Maine support bell-to-bell school phone bans, but lawmakers this month scaled back on a bill, citing overreach of local control.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Fed up with BIW, the big bullies of Bath | Letter
Bath Iron Works’ proposed multiphase project will only create more headaches for city residents.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Pressure is on to extend ACA subsidies as premium hikes loom
The enhanced tax credits, first approved in 2021, would expire at the end of the year if Congress fails to act.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education, Sports
Mt. Ararat principal plans more training, supervision after hazing investigation
But before his presentation Thursday, some players’ parents expressed frustrations that the investigation into the allegations was not neutral or complete.
Posted inBoys Hockey, Sports, Travis Lazarczyk, Varsity Maine
Maine schools and the MPA aren’t doing enough to stop hazing | Column
Officials should send a message and deny the Mt. Ararat boys hockey team’s appeal to return to the ice for the 2025-26 season.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Coverage of Maine’s Hands Off! protests was disappointing | Letter
Last Sunday’s story, “A groundswell of everyday people,” was long and descriptive but lacking in hard news about the many “Hands Off!” rallies around the state. Only eight community rallies were even mentioned when, in fact, there were at least 29 of them – including Bridgton, Lubec, Millinocket, Rockland, Houlton, Bath and York. Brunswick, where […]
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
High schoolers resist phone rules — but their reasons might surprise adults
The Maine School Administrative District 75 Board of Directors is considering a proposal where student cellphones are secured in a special pouch that denies access until the pouch is unlocked at the end of the school day.
Posted inCommunity
Brunswick center to host talk about Paul Revere’s ride
The April 10 program features a display of a rare history center drum captured at Bunker Hill.