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🌱 What this new destroyer means for Bath Iron Works’ busy future

Bath, Maine Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hey there, Bath! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What this new destroyer means for Bath Iron Works’ busy future
  • How Bath-area residents can protect their wells during this drought
  • How new federal rules are slowing a senior housing project in Bath

Also on today's calendar: The Story Of The British Gansey – Linda Perry and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 86 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A stray afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 87, low: 68.
  • Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New US Navy Destroyer Christened at Bath Iron Works (nationalinterest.org) — A new Arleigh Burke-class destroyer has just been christened at Bath Iron Works in Bath, underscoring the shipyard’s ongoing role in building the Navy’s most advanced warships. The future USS William Charette honors a Korean War Medal of Honor recipient and drew top state and Navy leaders to the August 1 ceremony. Sea trials are expected to begin in 2027 or 2028.
   

2. Thirsty for drought info? Quench your thirst with this central Maine guide (pressherald.com) — With Sagadahoc County, including Bath, now in moderate drought, state officials are urging residents to conserve water and closely monitor private wells. A statewide task force is tracking low groundwater and lake levels, and Mainers are encouraged to fix leaks, cut back outdoor watering, and report dry wells through the state’s online survey. These steps can help protect local supplies if conditions worsen.
   

3. As Maine rushes to build more housing, federal 'Build America, Buy America' rules slow progress (mainepublic.org) — A planned 47-unit senior housing project in Bath is among several Maine developments delayed by new federal “Build America, Buy America” rules that require almost all construction materials to be U.S.-made. Developers say the complex tracking and limited product availability are driving up costs, slowing waivers for key components like HVAC systems, and threatening timelines as Maine faces a major housing shortage.
   

4. Trump's nuclear-powered battleships cost $275B: CBO report (thehill.com) — A new Congressional Budget Office report on President Trump’s proposed nuclear-powered battleships notes the Navy does not plan to use Bath Iron Works for final assembly, despite its long history building large surface combatants. The $275 billion program faces sharp criticism in Congress over cost and strategy, and could proceed without major work in Bath even if it moves forward. Local readers may want to watch whether that decision changes.
   

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  • General Dynamics posted a job opening for Pipefitter (Grades 7 - 9) in Bath. Apply here.
  • Health Fitness Corporation posted a job opening for Industrial Athletic Trainer in Bath. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bath here.

Ok Bath! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Bath

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Bath

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.