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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.

Southern Forecaster

Increase in homeless, English language-learners challenges SoPo schools

by Kate Irish Collins February 6, 2020February 6, 2020

In his annual address, Superintendent of Schools Ken Kunin also said there’s much to be proud of.

With ‘significant success’ area communities plan to continue recycling outreach

by Kate Irish Collins February 4, 2020February 4, 2020

An eight-week pilot program led to a reduction in recycling load contamination rates, along with cost savings.

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Family-friendly snowshoeing in Falmouth Feb. 8

February 4, 2020

FALMOUTH — To celebrate Great Maine Outdoor Weekend, the Falmouth Land Trust and Maine Audubon have teamed up to offer a family-friendly Snowshoe Trek at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at Audubon’s Gilsland Farms property off Route 1. Grab your snowshoes for a walk around the farm and learn more about conserved properties in Falmouth. […]

Northern Forecaster

Ten residential duplexes proposed in West Falmouth

by Kate Irish Collins February 4, 2020February 4, 2020

The project would bring 20 units of multifamily housing to Gray Road.

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Falmouth Community Programs offers babysitting workshop

February 4, 2020

FALMOUTH — Interested youth can learn the ins and outs of babysitting, including key safety procedures, during an all-day session scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Mason-Motz Activity Center, 190 Middle Road. The cost is $78 per participant. Topics include fire, safety and other emergency procedures, including first aid. […]

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Yarmouth accepting applications for senior tax program

February 4, 2020

YARMOUTH — The town is now accepting applications for its senior tax assistance program. Residents may be eligible for a break on their property taxes if they are at least 67 as of April 30, they’ve been a Yarmouth resident for at least 10 years and the combined household income does not exceed $83,700. Those […]

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Absentee ballots available in Yarmouth for presidential primary

February 4, 2020

YARMOUTH — Absentee voting is also now available for the presidential primary and special state referendum, which will be held from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 at the AMVETS Hall, 148 North Road. Residents can register to vote or register with a party the day of the primary. Contact the Town Clerk’s […]