Arrests 8/29 at 6:08 p.m. Kimberly Wilcox, 61, of Leighton Road, was arrested on Leighton Road by Officer Amie Rapa on charges of criminal threatening and violating conditions of release. Summonses No criminal summonses were reported from Aug. 26-Sept. 1. Fire calls 8/26 at 3:07 p.m. Accident on Main Street. 8/26 at 4:46 p.m. Accident […]
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 inPortland Forecaster
Portland superintendent’s goals include school construction, sustainable budget
Xavier Botana will also continue to push forward on implementing the district’s strategic plan.
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WordLab apprentice program provides career opportunities
The goal is to both attract young professionals and keep homegrown talent in a state facing an aging workforce.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland cathedral holds special anniversary mass
PORTLAND — The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception will host a special 150th Anniversary Mass at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. The Cathedral, at 307 Congress St., was first dedicated in 1869 and all are invited to commemorate the history of a “magnificent symbol of faith, worship, and service,” the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth Police Beat: Aug. 30
Arrests No arrests were reported from Aug. 20-26. Summonses 8/22 at 1 p.m. Roberta Hunter, 52, of Hollis, was issued a summons on Scott Dyer Road by Officer Tammy Schafran on a charge of leaving the scene of an accident. 8/22 at 6:25 p.m. Christoper Burleson, 32, of Cape Elizabeth, was issued a summons on […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Only 1 candidate in special election for Yarmouth School Committee
Margaret Groban seeks to complete the unexpired term of Philip Jones, who died Aug. 11.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Yarmouth High School grad returns to counsel middle school students
Chelsea Beckett, a member of the Class of 2004, is eager to provide support for today’s students.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Lunch aides, kitchen help needed at Falmouth Elementary School
The large school has six lunch periods; all of them need coverage.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Lawsuit challenges Yarmouth ban on town employees running for office
A charter amendment approved last November is the target of a federal lawsuit filed this week by the ACLU of Maine.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Falmouth church plans concert, discussion
FALMOUTH — The Foreside Community Church, 340 Foreside Road, will host a concert and discussion on the healing power of music at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. This event is free and open to the public and includes homemade desserts and music by nationally known singer and songwriter Steve Rodgers. Call 781-5880 for more information. […]