The shipyard’s largest union launched its first strike in nearly 20 years on Monday, removing over half of the company’s workforce.
John Swinconeck
John Swinconeck is the executive editor of The Times Record, The Forecaster group, American Journal and Lakes Region Weekly. He has spent most of his journalistic career covering local news in Maine. When not working he enjoys collecting cheap guitars, cooking and spending time with his wife and kids. He lives in Bath. He is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine.
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Three Bath men charged with burglarizing Woolwich medical pot shop
Police said they were alerted to the burglary at around 3 a.m. when an alarm was triggered.
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Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic
The Brunswick Downtown Association’s Events Committee came to the decision after Gov. Janet Mills cautioned that the state mandates on large gatherings will remain in effect until September.
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Richmond Area Food Pantry awarded $7,500 grant
The Richmond Area Food Pantry serves Richmond, Dresden and Bowdoinham by offering food assistance to individuals and families.
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Missing elderly Bowdoin man found alive
According to Maine Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, James Conway left his West Road home at around 2 p.m.
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Why 2 Bath councilors changed their tune on animal trapping
Councilors Leonard and Nordmann cite the risk of trapping healthy animals and the $26,000 cost as reasons they oppose Bath’s plan to manage its rabies outbreak.
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Midcoast Humane to host rabies clinic in Cumberland
BRUNSWICK — Midcoast Humane is hosting a rabies clinic for cats and dogs at the Cumberland Town Hall on Saturday, Jan. 18,0 from 9–11 a.m. Services offered will include rabies vaccines ($10), microchipping ($25), ear cleaning ($10) and nail trimming ($10). This clinic is one of a series that will take place throughout the year […]
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Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association receives grant to increase mental health awareness
“Maine’s fishermen and their communities are facing unprecedented changes that are beyond their control,” The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association said.
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Guest column: Journalism is still an honorable profession
It’s often customary when one nears the end of a long career that he or she is given the opportunity to reflect on the experience, putting answers to questions like Did I enjoy my job? Did I accomplish what I set out to do? What would I do over again, if anything? What was I […]
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Maine Maritime Museum offering free admission in January
Thanks to a grant, admission fees will be waived through Jan. 31, giving visitors the opportunity to explore the museum free of charge.