The Falmouth Police Department will hold a gun giveback from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at the police station at 2 Marshall Drive. Long guns, shotguns, handguns, air rifles, and pellet guns will all be accepted. Those wanting to dispose of an unwanted firearm and/or ammunition can drive up and officers will […]
Rachel Vitello
Rachel Vitello is a staff writer for the Northern Forecaster, covering Falmouth, Yarmouth, Cumberland and Chebeague Island. She is a Keene State College graduate where she majored in journalism and minored in gender studies. She is originally from Weymouth, Massachusetts.
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North Yarmouth Historical receives town tribute
North Yarmouth Historical has been awarded the Spirit of America Tribute by the North Yarmouth Select Board for the organization’s “49 years of commendable community service.” The Spirit of America Foundation is a public charity that encourages volunteerism. Many municipalities in Maine present the award to a volunteer or group of volunteers each year for […]
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Yarmouth Latchstring Award winner announced
An advocate for local seniors has been named Yarmouth’s 2022 Latchstring Award recipient. Leigh Kirchner was recognized in part for her advocacy work on behalf of older residents, including with Yarmouth’s senior tax assistance program and the town’s involvement with the Southern Maine Agency on Aging, according to Councilor David Craig. Kirchner has also been […]
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Audubon’s native plant festival set for June 11 in Falmouth
The Native Plants Festival and Sale at Gisland Farm in Falmouth on Saturday, June 11, will feature more than 50 species of native wildflowers, shrubs and tree seedlings. The festival also will include special guests, informational tables and self-guided tours of demonstration gardens. The free annual event hosted by Maine Audubon will be held from […]
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Summit proposes rate increase of up to 200% for gas customers in Falmouth, Yarmouth, Cumberland
The Maine Office of the Public Advocate opposes the proposed seven-year rate plan, which would hike the average natural gas bill by 16% in the first year.
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Cumberland teacher, students reach around globe to build library
With a lot of help from SAD 51 students, teacher John Marlowe raises money with the goal of fostering a love of literacy in a West African village.
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Yarmouth teen activist wins a Brookie for climate work
Anna Siegel, recognized for her leadership roles in statewide youth groups, spearheaded successful passage of a bill in the Legislature for the state to divest of its assets in the fossil fuel industry.
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North Yarmouth’s fire chief receives state recognition
North Yarmouth Fire Chief Greg Payson has been awarded the 2022 EMS Merit Award from Maine EMS. This award is given to a person who has contributed to the Emergency Medical System at the local or regional level and “demonstrated involvement and contribution in one or more areas of EMS activity,” according to Maine EMS. […]
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Grade 3-5 principal appointed at Falmouth Elementary School
Ryan Patrie has been named principal for grades 3-5 at Falmouth Elementary School. In a letter to the community, Patrie said he is “absolutely elated to dive into this new position and become part of the Falmouth community,” and he hopes “to begin this position by getting to know your child, the FES staff and […]
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Yarmouth hires new high school principal
A former Maine Principal of the Year has been selected as the new principal for Yarmouth High School. Patrick Hartnett, who will begin work July 1, said his focus as principal will be “developing collaborative professional relationships within the school, district and community.” One of the school’s core values that most resonates with him is […]