While many residents and local organizations support the Merrymeeting Trail, the Maine Department of Transportation has testified in opposition to the recreational trail that would connect Augusta to Brunswick.
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Surge in youth homelessness sparks action in Brunswick area
Brunswick has seen the fastest rise in youth homelessness in Maine, and area residents are responding by collecting shoes, clothes and other items and even opening their homes.
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Police nab Dresden couple after 80 mph chase and Walmart theft
BRUNSWICK — Two people who allegedly made away with a cart full of Walmart merchandise were arrested after police say they led a sheriff’s deputy on a chase reaching speeds of 80 miles per hour. Brunswick Police Cmdr. Mark Waltz said police got a call from Walmart’s loss prevention staff at 6 p.m. Tuesday alleging […]
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Metro seeks more money from towns to fuel Breez bus service
With federal backing expected to run out, Yarmouth, Freeport and Brunswick will have to pay more to keep the popular express commuter service running to their communities.
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Weapons collected in 9 communities’ ‘gun give back’ will end up as gardening tools
The Guns to Garden Tools program on May 11 will allow residents to safely dispose of unwanted firearms at local police departments.
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After 18 years, it is Bowdoin employee’s time to graduate
Lisa Bouffard, an administrator in Bowdoin College’s dining services department, will graduate in May with a double major in religion and gender and women’s studies. She earned her degree by taking one class per semester for 18 years.
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Commentary: Maine lobstermen seeking best solution for both aquaculture applicants and fishermen
Consistent Department of Marine Resources policy could prevent conflicts over the terms and siting of aquaculture leases.
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Don’t let Maine’s working waterfront turn into a quaint picture of the past
Our state should be aiming for a future that allows fishermen the opportunity to thrive.
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Another View: Editorial misinterprets Maine general’s actions at Appomattox
Joshua Chamberlain’s order to salute the surrendering Confederates was meant to honor fellow soldiers’ sacrifices.
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Brunswick cinema employee hopes to buy the business
The Eveningstar Cinema is for sale and longtime manager Gracia Babbidge hopes she can crowdfund enough money to become the new owner.