Kate Irish Collins

The Forecaster

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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Published
February 27, 2020

Longtime South Portland planner reflects on 30-year career

Urban planning is more challenging than ever, Haeuser says.
Published
February 27, 2020

Yarmouth Health Council dissolves, leaves medical closet in town’s hands

For more than 80 years the volunteer organization provided community health services.
Published
February 26, 2020

Cape community garden plots available

CAPE ELIZABETH —Plots are now available in the town’s two community gardens, which include 90 plots next to the Gull Crest fields and at Maxwell’s Farm on Spurwink Avenue. Gardeners are required to use organic methods and are expected to spend several hours a season on general garden duties. Each garden also has vegetable plots […]
Published
February 26, 2020

One-act performance at SPHS

SOUTH PORTLAND — The drama club at South Portland High School will stage a one-act performance at 7:15 p.m. March 5, in the auditorium. The show, “Scenes from Metamorphoses,” is the school’s entry into this year’s statewide one-act festival. The students from South Portland will compete in the first round at 7 p.m. March 7 […]
Published
February 26, 2020

Yarmouth budget proposal includes 10% increase

If passed, the 2020-21 plan could add $1.49 to the current property tax rate of $18.86.
Published
February 25, 2020

Falmouth facing budget hurdles in efforts to stabilize tax rate

New school and municipal needs represent challenges, council told.
Published
February 25, 2020

Falmouth art gallery features work by local girls

FALMOUTH — A Company of Girls has partnered with seven local female artists to help girls make and exhibit their own art. The Emerge 2020 show is on exhibit at ArtaCustom Framing, 223 U.S. Route 1, Falmouth through Friday, Feb. 28, and is free and open to the public. A Company of Girls, based in […]
Published
February 25, 2020

Local towns hold Democratic caucuses

AUGUSTA — The Maine Democratic Party will hold its biennial caucuses across the state on Saturday, March 8, when delegates will be elected to the State Convention, scheduled for May. Caucuses are also an opportunity to rally support for Democratic candidates up and down the ballot, meet others who are politically active, and help build […]
Published
February 25, 2020

Support Freeport Community Services with dessert, music

FREEPORT — Freeport Community Services will host a special Just Desserts fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at the Community Center, 53 Depot St. Along with desserts, the event includes entertainment by Ted Demille and Ben Hunsburger, who play original roots music. Seating is limited and admission is $5 per person; call 865-3985 for […]
Published
February 25, 2020

Yarmouth nonprofit offers program on positive aging

YARMOUTH — Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors is offering a free workshop entitled “Stay Positive as You Age” at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 1, at the First Parish Church, 116 Main St. Join licensed social worker Ingrid Plunkett as she shares tips on building resiliency and overall mental well-being. The event begins with a light lunch […]