Topsham-area school district planning for phased reopening of classrooms

Parents have the option of committing to online-only schooling for the first semester, according to a draft version of the plan.

Photos: Friday on the farm

Brunswick author’s second children’s book filled with dogs, jewels and mystery

“A Dog-Friendly Town” by Josephine Cameron hits shelves Aug. 4.

Freeport halts weekend Main Street closures after negative feedback from businesses

Organizers found the closure to be successful from a public health standpoint, but businesses didn’t see the boost they’d hoped for.

Brunswick, DOE to pay for Coffin School ventilation repairs, but future of the building still unknown

Some school officials are eyeing its potential as overflow space for junior high students social distancing under COVID-19.

Poppy Arford named Democratic nominee for House District 49 after ranked-choice count

After waiting a week for results, Arford said she is gearing up for the November election and is ready to get her feet on the ground.

Outgoing Brunswick police commander tapped as Topsham’s next assistant town manager

Mark Waltz, who will retire from law enforcement July 31, will start his new role at the end of August.

Pownal budget goes to secret ballot vote Monday

Town officials are expecting record participation.

Two species of rare beaked whales beached in Maine within weeks of each other

The first, a Blainville’s beaked whale, was found in York, while the second, a Sowerby’s beaked whale, was found in Phippsburg just a few weeks later. Local experts say these deep-diving whales should not be in coastal waters, but have no clue as to what brought them here or what happened to them.

Brunswick voters approve $42 million school budget

The budget is largely driven by the first $1.4 million payment toward the $20.3 million Kate Furbish school, which, if Brunswick students go back to school in the fall, will open in a few short months