Mikayla reports on the Midcoast region of Maine, writing about everything from local artists, to environmental issues, to affordable housing. She is passionate about sharing the stories of community members who may feel unheard. When not reporting, she can be found spending time with her dogs or at her local coffee shop. Past journalism experience includes the Greenfield Recorder and Editor in Chief of The Sophian, the newspaper of Smith College.
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PublishedMarch 7, 2023
Hard Hats with Heart event rescheduled
The Hard Hats with Heart program, designed to help construction workers in Maine prevent heart problems, has rescheduled its education event in Westbrook for April 20. The event, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 33 Elmwood Ave., will feature a talk by a local heart disease survivor, a CPR demonstration, bowling, bocce, refreshments and more. […]
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PublishedMarch 7, 2023
Windham vet walking to all corners of U.S., finding big hearts along the way
Matt Dyer’s 5,871-mile journey has evolved from a fitness challenge to a “people challenge” motivated by the kind people he meets on his route.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2023
Patten Free Library launches Teen Pantry
The Patten Free Library’s new Teen Pantry is open, offering free food, toiletries, school supplies, first aid, clothing and other items to youth in need. The Bath Area Food Bank is providing most of the supplies, but community members and library patrons have also been donating. Members of the library’s knitting circle have provided homemade […]
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PublishedMarch 1, 2023
SAD 75 superintendent pursues diversity, equity initiatives
The creation of a diversity, equity and inclusion committee and the help of a consultant to set goals will allow the schools to work on racial and inclusion problems, Superintendent Steve Connolly says.
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PublishedFebruary 22, 2023
Thousands expected at Westbrook’s Winterfest
MARCH 2 EDITOR’S NOTE: Winterfest has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 5, due to a stormy weather forecast.
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2023
Freeport board puts off vote on controversial apartment project
With a mostly favorable opinion of the overall project proposed for Main Street, the Project Review Board requests some exterior and landscaping changes and the developer says those changes will be addressed.
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2023
Dog retirement home broadening its reach to help with others’ vet bills
Two new programs from Finally Home in North Yarmouth will provide financial assistance to eligible Mainers whose old dogs require medical services, including being put down.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2023
Morse High School to Host International Night Feb. 17
Morse High School will host its first International Night, Friday, Feb. 17, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Members of the school’s International Club have invited exchanges student from around Maine and each will have a table display about their home country. Attendees will be given passports to stamp at each table they visit. The students […]
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2023
Hard Hats with Heart puts focus on construction worker wellness
Construction workers have an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease and the American Heart Association will promote a prevention program designed for them at a Feb. 28 event in Westbrook.
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2023
Patten Free Library writing contest winners announced
Patten Free Library’s ninth annual writing contest drew more than 50 submissions for each of its categories. For the first time, creative non-fiction submissions were accepted this year. Grade 7-9 winners were: nonfiction, “Me” by Franny DeGeer, first place, and “Peaks Island Vignette” by Harper Nelson, second place; fiction, “Nightmare in Disguise” by Rory Leeman, […]
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