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January 29, 2026

As you read this, I'm taking in the Maine Press Association annual conference in South Portland. I'll report back with any big or small news coming out of that event. It's a great chance to catch up with colleagues and learn more about what's happening in our industry across the state. Probably my favorite part is the auction, which raises money for journalism scholarships. 


There will be plenty for us to talk about at this year's conference. Here's a bit of what The Times Record brought you to talk about this week. 

- Thanks for reading, 

Nick

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Pumpkins for sale at the Mid-Coast Presbyterian Church in Topsham. Courtesy of Richard Reese

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Nick McCrea is editor of The Times Record. Prior to his move to the Midcoast, Nick worked for a decade as a reporter at the Bangor Daily News, including a stint covering the northern portion of the Midcoast based in Belfast. He's a graduate of the University of Maine and Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications. In his "free time" he and his partner, Nyssa, run a doggy daycare and try to keep track of their own two dogs, two cats and five sheep. Send news tips or feedback to Nick.

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