Coastal Journal news

Published
January 5, 2022

Virtual series to guide Mainers in fight against climate change

Two local environmental groups will host a six-part speaker series on climate change this winter. Viewers can attend the talks remotely on Zoom on Thursday nights starting Jan. 6.
Published
January 5, 2022

With one exception, court sides with state in Brunswick-Topsham bridge ruling

A group that wants to preserve the Frank J. Wood Bridge had sued the state to prevent it from replacing the structure, and also sees win in judge's ruling.
Published
January 4, 2022

Walk, run, hike or snowshoe: West Bath woman’s outdoor quest for a food bank fundraiser

Losee is hoping to raise $48,000 for the Good Shepherd Food Bank and encourage people of all ages to exercise regularly.
Published
January 4, 2022

New leadership appointed to Brunswick council, school board

Town Councilor Jim Mason and school board member Beth Bisson were appointed chairs of their respective boards on Monday.
Published
January 3, 2022

Brunswick-area conservation groups look to make climate action a New Year’s resolution

Published
December 31, 2021

Cooking at the Cove: An elegant welcome to the new year
Published
December 28, 2021

Midcoast stores report soaring sales during holiday shopping season

Many Midcoast store owners said they suspect supply chain delays affecting national retailers may have encouraged shoppers to shop locally, contributing to their boost in business.
Published
December 28, 2021

President Biden signs defense bill with potential work for Bath shipyard

This year's defense spending bill approves three Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, which Bath Iron Works can bid to build.
Published
December 27, 2021

Maine nonprofit buys another island for public access in 2022

Sheep Island, off the coast of Owls Head in Penobscot Bay, will forever be protected from development, now that Maine Coast Heritage Trust has purchased it.
Published
December 26, 2021

Bath youth center meets fundraising goal, sets new target

The Midcoast Youth Center had received nearly $45,300 from 79 donors in the community alone as of last week.