The funds will be distributed among 76 first responders that were employed with Freeport’s fire and rescue or police department between April 2020 and March 2021.
C. Thacher Carter
Thacher Carter covers general news for Brunswick and Freeport. After growing up in York, Maine, Thacher graduated in 2020 from St. Lawrence University, where he earned a degree in English and Environmental Studies. Before beginning at The Times Record, Thacher worked four seasons for the Appalachian Mountain Club's High-Mountain Huts in the New Hampshire White Mountains. Thacher now resides in Portland.
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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.
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Brunswick to revisit proposed indoor mask mandate
The town council previously rejected a similar proposal in October which would have mandated mask-wearing in all public spaces.
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Brunswick-area conservation groups look to make climate action a New Year’s resolution
Two Midcoast environmental groups are hoping to inspire lasting climate action on the local level in the new year. The Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Cathance River Education Alliance will host a six-part series featuring climate action experts on topics like food production, waste, greenhouse gas emissions, the renewable energy transition and Maine’s specific climate plan. […]
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Brunswick-area Salvation Army ends up $23,000 short in annual red kettle campaign
Depending on the success of other seasonal fundraising efforts, Brunswick-Bath Salvation Army Lt. Neil Childs said that cuts may need to be made to social service programs funded through the red kettle drive.
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Police: Brunswick man charged with terrorizing following road rage incident
Police arrested a Brunswick man Wednesday following a road rage incident on Pleasant Street during which he allegedly pointed a gun at the driver of another vehicle. The driver, Richard Hamlin, 26, now faces terrorizing charges. Police were alerted to the incident, which occurred at around 11:20 p.m., after receiving a tip. “The caller explained […]
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Bowdoin College grad brings new meaning to ‘leave no trace’ through eco-art project
Mariah Reading, a 2016 Bowdoin College graduate from Bangor, creates art using trash and other discarded materials to promote a message of environmental awareness.
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Brunswick closes outdoor skating rink because it can’t find enough workers
Brunswick’s Coffin Pond ice rink will not open this year as the parks and recreation department looks to hire four full-time maintenance workers.
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Local restaurateur opens new brunch spot in downtown Brunswick
Flip, a new breakfast and brunch eatery located on Maine Street, opened Thursday.
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Freeport native takes the stage as soloist in Handel’s ‘Messiah’ at Carnegie Hall
‘I just really appreciate growing up in a town where music had just a high importance placed on it,’ said Heather Petrie, a New York-based singer and 2001 graduate of Freeport High.