SOUTH PORTLAND — The South Portland Public Library will kick off its Winter Reading Program for all ages on Jan. 25. The reading challenge runs through Feb. 29 and is open to kids, teens and adults. Visit the main branch, 482 Broadway, or the 155 Wescott Road location to sign up and receive a reading […]
Kate Irish Collins
Kate Irish Collins has been doing community journalism around southern Maine since 1997, with a couple breaks here and there. Kate writes for The Forecaster group of weekly newspapers. Her beat includes the Portland schools and the towns of Falmouth and Yarmouth. Kate grew up in Gorham and now lives near the beach, where she walks her dog as much as possible. She always has a book on hand and always enjoys watching a good movie.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Long-time Falmouth school resource officer retires
Rob Susi leaves after 26 years of working in all three of the town’s schools.
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Winter sports equipment loans help get Yarmouth youth outside
The town has several “beautiful places” to explore during the winter, says the community service director.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster
Restaurant, shop partner for ready-to-eat, farm-fresh meals
A Portland restaurant and The Farm Stand in South Portland are partnering to provide take home meals.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Yarmouth transfer station stickers available
YARMOUTH — Residents who use the transfer station to dispose of household waste are required to display a new sticker every year. The fee is $25 for the first vehicle and $5 for each additional vehicle. Stickers are available at Town Hall or online at yarmouth.me.us/transfer; call 846-2417 for more information.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Cape Land Trust offers inaugural winter walk
CAPE ELIZABETH — The Cape Elizabeth Land Trust is offering its first winter Cross Town Walk. The walk will be led by Maine Master Naturalist Amy Witt and starts off at Kettle Cove State Park, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18. The 3 ½-hour event for those 12 and older will traverse over 7 miles […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth library collects donations for asylum-seekers
CAPE ELIZABETH — The Thomas Memorial Library has re-opened its donation box to assist newly arrived asylum-seekers. Warm winter clothing is especially needed since many are arriving in Portland without being prepared for cold weather. The library, located at 6 Scott Dyer Road, will deliver all donations. Call 799-1720 for more information. If the bin […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
South Portland now requires transfer station stickers
SOUTH PORTLAND — Effective Jan. 1, residents are now required to display a sticker to enter the transfer station and Swap Shop. The free stickers are available at Public Works, 929 Highland Ave., and at City Hall, 25 Cottage Road. A $5 fee will be assessed for additional vehicles; there is a two sticker limit […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
On a mission to create a more age-friendly South Portland
A committee is working on initiatives to help seniors stay independent and part of the community.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Yarmouth volleyball champs bypass traditional plaques
The team instead asks for a more sustainably created award.