YARMOUTH — The town is replacing the old wooden pedestrian bridge on East Main Street, which has reached the end of its useful life and is “structurally deficient,” according to town engineer Steven Johnson. The project, which is slated to cost about $83,000, should be completed by late September barring any weather delays. The new […]
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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Planning Board approves Falmouth boatyard expansion
Handy Boat will double the size of its indoor storage capacity.
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Pollinator Day in Falmouth highlights the importance of bees, bats
FALMOUTH — With bee populations and plant biodiversity declining across the country, the University of Maine Cooperative Extension is encouraging local gardeners to consider creating wildlife corridors where ever possible. That’s one reason the extension is partnering with the Falmouth Land Trust to host a special Pollinator Day event, 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at […]
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Yarmouth fire chief seeks local funds for training facility
The town has received a grant for a new structure, but the Fire Department is hoping to add a three- to four-story tower.
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Chebeague inn and town at odds over bill for fire watch services
CHEBEAGUE — Selectmen say Chebeague Island Inn owes more than $10,000 to the Fire Department for keeping an eye on the hotel when its fire suppression system was temporarily offline in May 2018. But the inn disputes the bill, arguing that its own personnel could have and should have been allowed to conduct the fire […]
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Freeport Police Beat: Sept. 5
Arrests 9/1 at 9:34 p.m. Kevin M. Heinfeld, 49, of South Street, was arrested on South Street by Sgt. Matthew Moorhouse on charges of domestic violence assault and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. Summonses 8/30 at 10:52 a.m. Robert E. Wentworth Jr., 60, of Main Street, Fairfield, was issued a summons on […]
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Falmouth seeks input on Blackstrap Road fixes
The goal is to pursue the option that provides the best overall value and longevity.
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New pastor installed at Parish of the Holy Eucharist
FALMOUTH — Father Philip Tracy will be formally installed as pastor of the Parish of the Holy Eucharist during a special Mass at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. The Mass will take place at Holy Martyrs Church, 266 Foreside Road in Falmouth, and a reception will follow in the church hall. The Parish of the […]
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Learn about environmentally-friendly lawn care in Yarmouth
YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth Water District is partnering with the Cumberland County Soil & Water Conservation District to present a workshop on keeping yards safe and healthy for kids and pets while saving time and money. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, […]
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Falmouth Police Beat: Sept. 5
Arrests 8/24 at 3:53 a.m. Michael A. Munson, 33, of Veranda Street, Portland, was arrested on Interstate 295 by Officer Steve Crocker on a charge of operating under the influence. 8/27 at 7:20 p.m. Gerard R. Grondin, 73, of Laurence Way, was arrested on Laurence Way by Officer Steve Crocker on a charge of domestic […]