Despite ‘sleepless nights’ and ‘no good choices,’ Brunswick school officials approve hybrid reopening

School will start Sept. 14, with the first two weeks devoted to a “soft opening” of small group meetings with teachers to discuss procedures and what the fall will look like for students attending school both in person and remotely.

Fox attacks Brunswick man, animal control officer

The fox, presumed to be rabid, also attacked the animal control officer. This is the third known fox attack in Brunswick this summer, according to police.

Lewiston man charged after leading police in car, foot chase in Brunswick

Midcoast respite care center to open new location after closing amid pandemic

The nonprofit provides activities for people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease and resources such as support groups, community education and one-on-one counseling for caretakers.

Bowdoinham town manager resigns after less than a year on job

Town Planner Nicole Briand will fill in as acting town manager until a replacement can be found.

Ninth BIW worker tests positive for coronavirus

This marks the second contractor from BIW to test positive in as many weeks.

Falmouth police renew search for missing Richmond woman

Anneliese Heinig disappeared in November 2019, days after posting two cryptic messages on Facebook. Her vehicle was found abandoned on the shoulder of Interstate 295 in Falmouth, two days before she was reported missing.

Striking BIW workers helped by local food banks

Many union members using the food bank said they’re feeling the pressure of two months of lost wages, but the lack of health insurance during the strike has been more financially and emotionally taxing.

Trump: ‘Glad to have helped’ striking union workers, Bath shipyard reach agreement

Union negotiators, BIW agree on contract proposal after seven weeks on strike

Union members will vote on the new contract proposal via telephone Aug. 21-23, according to the union. If approved, the contract would last until Aug. 20, 2023.