Fire chief: Hard economic times have caused ‘critically low volunteer numbers’

Over half of the 15 fire departments in Sagadahoc County are operated by both volunteer firefighters and EMTs.

Phippsburg student completes oil technician training class

Great white shark sighting confirmed at Popham Beach State Park

Swimmers were ordered to leave the ocean after a paddle boarder spotted the shark Wednesday evening, but the beach resumed normal operations Thursday.

Phippsburg man dies in Tuesday boating incident

Marine Patrol identified the victim as Vincent Wells, 37, of Phippsburg

Phippsburg volunteers come out to build school pavilion

A team of volunteers spent the weekend building a pavilion outside Phippsburg Elementary School where students will be able to enjoy shade and fresh air.

Phippsburg resort looks to add 24 ‘glamping’ campsites

Sebasco Harbor Resort owner Robert Smith hopes to build 24 campsites just north of the resort.

Harpswell, West Bath, Phippsburg to investigate climate’s impact on future of town landings

Baker Design Consultants will conduct a climate resiliency analysis on three town landings: Garrison Cove boat launch on Bailey Island in Harpswell, Sabino Landing in West Bath, and Acre Lot Wharf in Phippsburg.

Local marine mammal rescuer nominated for CNN’s Hero of the Year award

Lynda Doughty is among the top 10 candidates for CNN’s 2021 Hero of the Year award, which honors everyday individuals around the world making extraordinary contributions to help improve the lives of others.

Phippsburg man hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself in the foot

The man, 69, was brought to Maine Medical Center in Portland on Saturday morning and was in fair condition Monday afternoon.

Two charged in connection with Phippsburg store burglary

Deven Cameron, 19, of Brunswick and Wyatt Coffin, 19, of West Bath were both charged with burglary, criminal mischief and theft.