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Midcoast towns working to put up more than 350 banners to honor area veterans
BOOTHBAY, Maine — Across five towns on the Boothbay peninsula, telephone poles have become rather full with banners screwed into them. A group in Southport got an idea, as many as two years prior, to put up banners around town — one brightly colored piece for each local veteran whose loved ones wanted them displayed.
Brunswick-Topsham community holds Memorial Day parade
BRUNSWICK, Maine — Spectators and participants braved the cool, damp weather for the annual Brunswick-Topsham Memorial Day parade and observances held Monday. The annual Memorial Day events included a parade and several observances at locations in the community. It was one of numerous ceremonies held in Maine and across the U.S. to honor fallen service members.
Bath Iron Works showcases latest destroyer for Navy
BATH, Maine — Bath Iron Works on Thursday showcased its latest destroyer for the Navy ahead of officially handing over the keys. The USS John Basilone (DDG 122) completed "acceptance trials" with a BIW crew, demonstrating how the ship works to Navy officials on the Kennebec River. “John Basilone...
Miles for Mills Returns for an Epic Weekend of Fun in Maine
This weekend, Maine is set to have the highly-anticipated Miles for Mills event! I am so eager to take part in this event again, and my running shoes are laced up! I, along with thousands of other Mainers, will take part in this iconic event that promises to be moving and memorable for all!
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