Trump capsizes two bills with BIW perks

President Trump rejected two major bills that authorize COVID-19 relief and defense funding, before leaving to spend the holiday weekend at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida.

Bath shipyard continues reporting new COVID-19 cases

Bath Iron Works has reported new cases nearly every day for the past five weeks. As of Wednesday, 57 workers have tested positive so far this month, according to the company’s website.

Defense bill with BIW provision stuck on Trump’s desk

After being passed by the House and the Senate, President Trump has until Wednesday to sign or veto the National Defense Authorization Act.

Bath-built destroyer returns from trials after enduring winter storm at sea

A Bath Iron Works spokesman said the ship performed "remarkable well in tough conditions."

Freeport council approves zoning change for Desert of Maine revitalization

Doug and Mela Heestand, who purchased the property in late 2018, are in the midst of a multi-year, nearly $2.5 million revamp.

First BIW-built destroyer in 2 years heads to sea for testing

Mid Coast Hospital gives first dose of COVID-19 vaccines to frontline healthcare staff

Vaccine distribution comes as the pandemic in Maine spikes, with a record 551 new cases on Wednesday.

COVID spike stops Lisbon schools from full-time, in-person teaching

Lisbon High School will switch to remote-only learning and Philip W. Sugg Middle School, Lisbon Comunity School and Gartley Street School will switch to a mix of in-person and remote learning.

Brunswick and Topsham-area schools hosting suicide prevention forums

Forums will look at the warning signs of suicide and provide tools to support students in a time of increased mental health stress due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Wild Oats opens at former Brunswick Navy base

“Moving to the Landing is a huge step for us after 30 years in business,” said Becky Shepherd, owner of Wild Oats.