Arrests 10/3 at 10:34 a.m. Jacqueline T. Cleaves, 24, of Sabattus Street, Lewiston, was arrested on Durham Road by Officer Beck Kavanaugh on an outstanding warrant. 10/3 at 2:24 p.m. Timothy J. McInnis, 49, Maggie Lane, Portland, was arrested on Main Street by Officer Beck Kavanaugh on a charge of theft by unauthorized taking or […]
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.
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‘Alice in Wonderland’ at Falmouth High
FALMOUTH — The Theatre Company at Falmouth High School will present “Alice in Wonderland” from Friday, Oct. 18 through Sunday, Oct. 20. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. Tickets may be purchased online and a limited number will be available at the door. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Friday, […]
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Falmouth historians looking to add members
FALMOUTH — The annual meeting of the Falmouth Historical Society on Tuesday, Oct. 15 will include a special presentation and updates on programming and volunteerism. In honor of the state of Maine’s upcoming 200th anniversary, the meeting will feature a talk entitled “Maine Bicentennial: A Marriage Made in Hell Boston” by historical society president David […]
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Local figure skaters show off skills
FALMOUTH — The North Atlantic Figure Skating Club will feature 11 of its skaters during a special exhibition at 4:40 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, at Family Ice Arena, 20 Hat Trick Drive. The athletes are slated to compete at the New England Regional Singles Challenge in Westborough, Massachusetts later this month, which is a […]
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Yarmouth History Center screening climate change movie
YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth History Center is hosting a showing of the documentary, “The Human Element,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. The documentary follows environmental photographer James Balog on his quest to highlight Americans on the frontlines of climate change, “inspiring us (all) to re-evaluate our relationship with the natural world,” the Historical Society’s […]
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Theater company brings Yarmouth ghost stories to life
‘Stroll Haunted Yarmouth’ tells the story of several people buried at Hillside Cemetery.
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Portland nonprofit provides place for youth to express themselves
The Youth Voices Matter open mic series starts Oct. 11
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Music academy takes nominations for teacher award
PORTLAND — The Maine Academy of Modern Music is now accepting nominations for its annual Maine Music Educator Award. Nominations are due by Sept. 30. Go online to maineacademyofmodernmusic.org to nominate a music teacher or for more information on this award program. “The winner will best exemplify MAMM’s mission and values of providing Maine youth with […]
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School district approves Portland teachers contract
PORTLAND — The School Board approved a new, three-year contract with the teachers union on Sept. 24. The vote confirms a tentative agreement reached this past summer. Highlights of the contract include a 1% increase in salary the first year and a 2.5% increase in the second and third years, among other provisions. “Both parties […]
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Falmouth Police Beat: Oct. 3
Arrests 9/25 at 11:10 p.m. Larry Scott Austin, 50, of Greene, was arrested on Gray Road by Officer Dennis Ryder on a charge of operating under the influence. 9/26 at 3:47 p.m. Travis Johnson, 40, a transient, was arrested by Sgt. George Savidge on charges of theft, possession of scheduled drugs, reckless conduct and refusing […]