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Champions of breakfast preparing for contest

by Meredith Goad February 23, 2020February 24, 2020

On Friday, 10 Maine chefs will compete in the 11th annual Incredible Breakfast Cook-Off. Here’s a look at how one of them prepares for battle.

In latest ‘Family Guy’ episode, Meg Griffin is admitted to Bowdoin

by Gillian Graham February 18, 2020February 19, 2020

The character, donning Polar Bear apparel, announced her early acceptance at the end of the Sunday’s episode.

Local & State

Bowdoin College trustee’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein under investigation

by Hannah LaClaire February 13, 2020February 14, 2020

According to a statement from Bowdoin College, the school is aware of Staley’s connection to Epstein and after a thorough review last fall, the board decided there was nothing in Jes Staley’s actions or behavior that warranted any action from the board. He remains a trustee.

Business, Local & State, News

Bowdoin College aims to raise $500 million by 2024

by Peter McGuire February 11, 2020February 11, 2020

The liberal arts college in Brunswick plans to spend money from the fundraising effort on student financial aid, academics and career preparation.

Local & State, Schools and Education

Bates College breaks record for Fulbright award winners

by Steve Collins February 10, 2020February 11, 2020

The top Fulbright producer among liberal arts college for two of the past three years, Bates’ 24 honorees this year are the most any college of its type has ever had.

Local & State

Bowdoin grad Hari Kondabolu hopes ‘The Simpsons’ creators will keep character Apu after actor says he won’t voice the role

by Hannah LaClaire January 20, 2020January 20, 2020

A 2017 documentary by comedian and Bowdoin graduate Hari Kondabolu criticized the show’s stereotypical portrayal of the Indian-American character.

Times Record

Brunswick, Bowdoin College rally for climate action

by Hannah LaClaire December 9, 2019December 9, 2019

Elementary-aged children, college students and Brunswick community members joined in solidarity Friday to demand action on what protesters are calling a “climate crisis.”

Times Record

Brunswick council adopts climate resolution

by Hannah LaClaire December 3, 2019

Councilors unanimously approved the resolution, pledging to help “safeguard against the current and potential consequences of climate change, including adopting specific policy goals and funding accomplishment of those goals.”