Dozens of English students at Freeport High School wrote essays that explore the values that guide their lives in a year of uncertainty.
Brielle Hardy
Brielle Hardy joined the Forecaster as a staff writer in October 2020. She is a member of the graduating class of 2020 from the University of Maine with a B.A. in Journalism. During her undergraduate career she interned at Down East Magazine and wrote for the student-led undergraduate newspaper, the Maine Campus. Born and raised in Maine, Brielle enjoys exploring coastlines, hiking mountains and skiing down them.
Maine Audubon sees success in a year full of uncertainty
Despite COVID-19 limitations, Maine Audubon has successfully adapted while continuing to offer safe outdoor spaces to the public.
No. Yarmouth Town Hall shifts to appointment-only
NORTH YARMOUTH — All municipal offices and facilities will be limiting in-person services to appointment-only effective Dec. 14 until Jan. 15 at the earliest. According to Draven Walker, assistant to the town manager, there have not been any recent positive COVID-19 cases within Town Hall that influenced the decision to shift to appointment-only. The move […]
Community Action can help residents navigate health insurance options
BATH — Midcoast Maine Community Action has open slots for its Healthcare Marketplace Navigator Program for residents of Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and northern Cumberland counties. The program will help residents compare insurance plans, gauge costs, and potentially qualify for health insurance savings. Open Enrollment ends Dec. 15 for Marketplace Health Insurance for 2021. To apply, […]
Scammer attempts to involve Falmouth PD in targeting local woman
Claiming to be the grandson of a Falmouth resident, a man tries to use law enforcement to validate his fake identity.
Royal River Community Players presents 1940s-style broadcast of ‘A Christmas Carol’
The production is the third and last in a year of virtual programming by the Yarmouth theater group.
Yarmouth considers 20% increase in sewer fees
The Town Council is set to vote on Dec. 17
Nomination papers available in Harpswell for selectman, school board
HARPSWELL — Nomination papers for one seat on the Board of Selectmen and one director of Maine School Administrative District 75 are now available at the town clerk’s office. Both positions are three-year terms. Selectman David I. Chipman’s term is expiring along with school board member Frank Wright IV, whose term is also up at […]
Freeport Mock Trial team makes their case, named state champions
Freeport High School’s Mock Trial team won the first state competition in the school’s history.
Greely High School Drama Program shines a virtual light on LGBTQ issues
Proceeds from ‘The Laramie Project,’ a documentary-style play, will benefit the Matthew Shepard Foundation.