While historic cottages that residents’ grandparents built continue to be replaced by summer homes, many young community members are forced to move out of town or in with family members.
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News from Brunswick, Bath, Freeport, Topsham and across the Midcoast from the Times Record.
CMP’s removal of Bath osprey nest sparks outrage, utility plans to give birds a new home
A Bath osprey nest was removed before the April nor’easter, sparking outrage among some residents. Now, CMP announced that it plans to remedy the removal by installing a nesting platform.
Greely tops Freeport in overtime, 8-7, in clash of 2023 state champions
Eva Williams scores five goals, including the winner, as the two-time defending Class B champs edge last year’s Class C winner, which is now in Class B.
BIW gets contract to maintain Zumwalt-class destroyers
The Navy renewed a contract with ship-building company Bath Iron Works to continue services on three Bath-built Zumwalt destroyers.
Local monkfish stew and marinara sauce set to be served in schools
A locally produced monkfish stew is one of two products to receive the certification from Maine Local Foods Fund, which incentivizes schools to purchase locally made products.
Brunswick police request for new armored vehicle to be reviewed by Finance Committee
The Brunswick Police Department requested a new BearCat vehicle for its Special Response Team, causing division among locals and some city councilors over the use of funds.
Class A girls basketball: Cony, Brunswick set to face off with Gold Ball at stake
Rams, Dragons to battle for state title at 1:05 p.m. Saturday in Portland.
Nordic skiing: Another year, another set of Class A titles for Mt. Blue
The Cougars sweep boys’ and girls’ honors, the Freeport (boys) and Greely (girls) win in Class B, and Fort Kent sweeps Class C.
C South boys basketball: Balanced scoring, lockdown D carry Hall-Dale past Richmond
Bulldogs allow just 12 second-half points in 60-38 victory.
Bill would fast-track construction funding for Maine schools hit by disasters
Sen. Eloise Vitelli, who represents Bath, drafted the bill after the city’s Dike Newell School was severely damaged by an arsonist.