Midcoast Maine's source for arts, entertainment and culture from Freeport to Waldoboro. The Coastal Journal is a free weekly newspaper distributed in Midcoast Maine from Freeport to Waldoboro in racks and as a supplement to the Portland Press Herald Midcoast Thursday edition.
It has been serving the Midcoast community since 1966 and is unique in the region offering an eclectic mix of stories, features and perspectives not found in any other
area publication. Coastal Journal stories reflect the interests of Midcoast Mainers, including news, culture, farm to table, and the beauty of the region and the friendliness of the people. We also publish Midcoast Maine, a monthly
It has been serving the Midcoast community since 1966 and is unique in the region offering an eclectic mix of stories, features and perspectives not found in any other
area publication. Coastal Journal stories reflect the interests of Midcoast Mainers, including news, culture, farm to table, and the beauty of the region and the friendliness of the people. We also publish Midcoast Maine, a monthly
Operating as usual
Popham Chapel gearing up for 125th anniversary
PHIPPSBURG — For more than 100 years now, Popham Chapel, otherwise known as the “Little Church by the Bay,” has kept vigil over Popham Beach and the ocean beyond. Today, a group of the church’s parishioners have banded together to organize a fundraising effort to have some much-needed work d...
Brunswick free clinic marks 25 years of service
The clinic, which opened in 1995 to service homeless patients, still offers free services to those who can't help themselves.
Brunswick Police Beat: Oct. 25-28
Arrests 10/25 at 8:35 p.m. Benjamin L. Dyer, 69, of Fryeburg, was arrested on Pleasant Street by Officer Joshua Bernier on a charge of criminal trespass. 10/27 at 9:52 a.m. Zachary Fifield-Brazee, 23, of Woolwich, was arrested on Bath Road by Officer Corey Iles on a warrant. 10/27 at 11:29 p.m. Will...
Land Trust celebrates milestone for signature preservation effort
BATH — The city of Bath and the Kennebec Estuary Land Trust are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Whiskeag Trail. The 5-mile-long, multi-use trail in the north end of Bath crosses forested lands owned the city and the trust. The trail connects local landmarks such as the YMCA, McMann playing...
Bath exhibit shows how pandemic impacts artists’ lives
The exhibit, “Hunting Positive,” is running through Nov. 18.
Midcoast Community Alliance, skate park announce collaboration
BATH — The Midcoast Community Alliance and the Bath Youth Meetinghouse and Skatepark have announced a new joint brand, along with a new fundraising effort that kicked off Oct. 22. The alliance and park are now collectively branded as the Midcoast Youth Center. The move reflects new and ongoing wor...
Longtime Bath animal control officer recognized for decades of service
Ann Hartford served 27 years with the department.
Bath honors local residents in Citizen Involvement Day
The annual event honors "individuals and groups that work to benefit the City of Bath and its residents."
Literacy program seeking tutors, space to help shortage
The coronavirus pandemic has made it harder for the program to teach people to read, but the need for literacy tutors hasn't gone away.
Maine Bicentennial: Topsham
Workers stand outside the Pejepscot Paper Mill Company in Topsham in 1880. The building also is known as the “Bowdoin Mill.” In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, The Forecaster is featuring historical highlights and artifacts from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature ...
Incumbent faces challenger for seat on Bath School Board
Incumbent Megan Fuller is vying for her RSU 1 seat against newcomer Jamie Dorr.
Brunswick graduate finds her voice through music
Maya La Maya's debut single, 'Keep on Fighting' is, in part, a reaction to BLM and the microaggressions she experiences as a person of color.
Incumbent faces challenge for Brunswick seat in House 50
Democrat Ralph Tucker is running against Republican Michael Lawler.
Local farm program grows to include seedlings along with produce
A new project this summer led to 2,000 seedlings being distributed so people can grow their own food.
United Way caravan rolls out $1.65M campaign
United Way of Mid Coast Maine launched its fall campaign Tuesday with the Kick-off Caravan of supporters and partners in decorated vehicles traveling from Topsham, through Brunswick, West Bath, Bath, Woolwich, Wiscasset and ending in Damariscotta. “This turned out to be a really fun, if unusual, w...
Winter is coming: Southern Midcoast restaurants prepare for return to all-indoor dining
Gather in Yarmouth is planning ways to stretch the outdoor dining season and the Frontier Cafe in Brunswick plans to reopen with curbside service only.
Harpswell residents compete to represent state House District 51
Rep. Joyce "Jay" McCreight, D-Harpswell, faces a challenge from Republican Steve "Bubba" Davis.
Harpswell Aging at Home group helps keeps seniors active, healthy
The group has launched a survey to determine how best to continue aiding Harpswell's elder residents.
Contests emerge in Bath, Topsham elections
TOPSHAM — This year’s School Administrative District 75 Board of Directors race has 11 people running for four open Topsham seats. The School Board seats filled by Andrea Imrie, Bill Keleher, Sarah Ward and Jeffrey Wolkens are available; all but Wolkens are running again. Also on the Nov. 3 ball...
Topsham women compete for state House District 54 seat
Rep. Denise Tepler, D-Topsham, faces a challenge from Republican Toni Bashinsky.
Harpswell Aging at Home group helps keeps seniors active, healthy
The group has launched a survey to determine how best to continue aiding Harpswell's elder residents.
Freeport resident celebrates bond between women, water through digital stories, podcast
Pam Ferris-Olson explores the connection through her "Women Mind the Water" website.
Bath legislator faces challenge from downtown business owner in bid for reelection
Rep. Sean Paulhus, a Democrat elected to the State House last year, is running against Republican Christina Hughes.
Topsham Police Department enters new chapter with new top cops
Bill Collins was promoted to lieutenant in July, Marc Hagan begins as chief Sept. 21.
Tales from Teens: Young women from No. Yarmouth, Bath, are among Telling Room’s newest authors
Nina Powers and Devin Gifford completed their books through the Young Emerging Authors program.
SMCC gets support to assist students with disabilities
The $2.6 million grant allows the college to expand current offerings for students with physical or learning disabilities.
‘Suffocation’: Bath man’s upcoming film delves into depression, offers hope
Cody Curtis is donating at least 10% of the feature-length movie's proceeds to Greater Portland Health.
Tales from Teens: Young women from No. Yarmouth, Bath, are among Telling Room’s newest authors
Nina Powers and Devin Gifford completed their books through the Young Emerging Authors program.
Tales from Teens: Young women from No. Yarmouth, Bath, are among Telling Room’s newest authors
Nina Powers and Devin Gifford completed their books through the Young Emerging Authors program.
Tales from Teens: Young women from No. Yarmouth, Bath, are among Telling Room’s newest authors
Nina Powers and Devin Gifford completed their books through the Young Emerging Authors program.
Bath arts center seeks community art book submissions
BATH — In order to raise funds to help compensate for revenue lost this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Chocolate Church Arts Center is compiling its 2020 Community Art Book. The 804 Washington St. performance venue seeks submissions of all kinds of artwork that “reflect the creativity...
Freeport to spend $350K to upgrade public safety radio equipment, expand network
The work will expand the town's radio communications network for the police, fire-rescue and public works departments from two to four antenna sites.
Closures amid pandemic show the importance of Cumberland, Topsham libraries
As the coronavirus shows no signs of slowing down, many families have missed the community education hub that libraries offer.
Cooking at the Cove: The taste of August
What does August taste like? For me it tastes like crispy fried chicken eaten while sitting on a picnic blanket spread in the shade. It tastes like fresh-picked corn, juicy tomatoes, colorful bell peppers, glossy basil and, most of all, the indigo sweetness of wild Maine blueberries. The day my orga...
Sande’s Picks: Topsham eatery serves up some surprising offerings
Matthew Kenney, owner of 104 Main Public House in Topsham, is making a great start during challenging times. Open since mid-June, he has a large indoor space with many tables appropriately arranged for social distancing and many picnic tables with bright red umbrellas for dining on the patio. To sta...
3 Business Parkway
Brunswick, ME
04011
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Coastal Journal posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Send a message to Coastal Journal:
You know what? Our ice video yesterday was premature. We could sit and watch this for hours. Well, if it wasn't so cold out anyway!
With cold weather comes ice drifting by on the Kennebec River. There's something mesmerizing about the sound of it crashing together throughout the day.
Got loose change or a spare dollar? The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign is lacking this year, according to a news release. Funds raised through the familiar red kettles and ringing bells provide toys, food baskets, and winter coats for needy folks. At Renys in Bath, Cameron DeMatteo, of Bath, provides holiday tunes to attract donations.
Comedian Dawn Hartill’s stand up sampler at Twisted Christmas.
And that’s a wrap for Studio Theatre of Bath’s fifth annual Twisted Christmas! Cast and lucky audience members preform a rousing Twelve Days of Christmas.
Charlie Ipcar, grandson of William Zorach, opens the ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating restoration of the pond surrounding his grandfather's Spirit of the Sea fountain.
The sound of the Spirit of the Sea fountain returned to Bath's City Park today. Sounds like summer to us!
For those who didn't get to attend the Maine DOT meeting in Wiscasset, here's the video presentation they gave on the two options for improving traffic on Route 1.
Reporter Chris Chase, tired of being cooped up inside, decided to venture out into the storm. Here's a video showing why it's probably smarter to just stay inside. WARNING: This video can be VERY loud at times due to the wind. Apologies for the shaky video. It was hard to hold things still with the wind.
Here's a short clip of the the light show that Avery Thomas has set up in Wiscasset. Apologies for the slightly shaky camera-work and the low quality, I took the video on my phone. Also apologies for the random laughter, it's one of pleasant disbelief at how awesome/elaborate it is!
A video of the Blue Angels just after landing, just before they ended up off the runway.
The Fireman's Muster is underway at Heritage Days.
They're running fast at the National Toboggan Championships in Camden.
