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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
Falmouth panel moves toward implementing Open Space Plan
The plan would guide management and operation of land acquired by the town.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Falmouth Fire Dept. publishes safety tips for outdoor fire pits
The increasing popularity of the unregulated pits leads to concerns about their use.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Yarmouth Clam Festival takes the heat
Hot, humid weather cuts into attendance at the 54th annual event.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
‘Chopped’-winning chef opens new restaurant in Yarmouth
The Garrison joins Dandelion Catering at the Sparhawk Mill on Bridge Street.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Youth Council would give Portland’s young people a policy-making role
A group of young adults is developing a proposal to advise the city on issues important to teens.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Throwing shade: Skin cancer risk prompts addition to Portland playground
A medical practice donates funds to erect a shade structure on the Eastern Promenade.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Falmouth seeks input on communications
FALMOUTH — The town is asking residents to take part in a survey about the most effective ways to communicate with them, provide timely and relevant information, and gather feedback and opinions. The survey can be found online at www.surveymonkey.com/r/FalmouthCommunicationSurvey. Hard copies can also be downloaded from the town website, falmouthme.org. Completed hard copies may […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Yarmouth Police Beat: July 25
Arrests 7/18 at 11:43 p.m. Hannah L. Grant, 18, of Applecrest Drive, was arrested on West Elm Street by Officer Amie Rapa on charges of operating without a license and illegal possession of liquor by a minor. Summonses 7/15 at 10:57 p.m. Stanis Ntambe Kundo, 45, was issued a summons on Portland Street by Sgt. […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Falmouth Police Beat: July 25
Arrests 7/16 at 3:54 p.m. Harold Frances Varnum Jr., 53, of Oxford Street, Portland, was arrested on Route 1 by Sgt. Kevin Conger and Officer Amanda Hogg on charges of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer and violating conditions of release. 7/17 at 9:08 a.m. Jessica Duhamel, 30, of Winn Road, was arrested on Mountain […]