Cape Elizabeth student wins statewide writing contest Lily Jessen, 15, of Cape Elizabeth, is the grand prize winner of The Telling Room’s annual statewide writing contest. Her winning poem, “Never,” will be published in the nonprofit’s annual anthology of youth writing. First place also comes with a $250 cash prize. The nonprofit Telling Room received […]
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Southern Meetings: Feb. 16-23
Cape Elizabeth Tue. 2/20 7 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, Town Hall Scarborough Tue. 2/20 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Town Hall Wed. 2/21 7 p.m. Town Council Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 2/22 6:30 p.m. Sanitary District Town Hall South Portland Tue. 2/20 6:30 p.m. City Council City Hall Wed. 2/21 7:30 a.m. Bike/Pedestrian Committee Planning/Dev. Office […]
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From Augusta – Understanding the proposed Reproductive Rights Amendment to the Maine Constitution
A proposal to amend the Maine Constitution to protect reproductive autonomy has been presented to the Maine Legislature this session. LD 780, “Resolution, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Protect Personal Reproductive Autonomy,” sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Eloise Vitelli of Arrowsic, is Maine’s response to the US Supreme Court decision, Dobbs […]
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Community News – Light Up the Sky Fireworks returns to Fort Williams Park
The Rotary Club of South Portland Cape Elizabeth announced the return of Light Up the Sky Fireworks at Fort Williams Park on Saturday, March 2, starting at 6 p.m. Patrons are invited to get bundled up, pack hot chocolate, and gather with family, friends, and neighbors. Entry to Fort Williams and parking is first-come, first-served, […]
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Letter: Former Rep. Bliss supports Beck for House District 122
As a former member of the House and the Senate representing South Portland and Cape Elizabeth, I still keep my eye on Maine. Now I see that Matthew Beck is running for the seat Lois Galgay Reckitt left open when she recently passed away. I could not think of a better candidate. Mr. Beck is […]
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Tensions on Peaks Island: A road that never existed leads to fear about public access
A strip of land off Ryefield Street – a so-called paper street – has been the site of weddings, afternoon picnics and play dates for decades. But one island family has filed an ownership claim that others worry could cut the public off.
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Report in hand, Cape Elizabeth council takes reins on affordable housing
Councilors will begin work to set goals and enact strategies to meet them based on the housing committee’s recommendations.
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Cape Elizabeth faces crucial decision on school building options and community input
The town is weighing school building options and community input, as seven preliminary design choices are presented, emphasizing the necessity of public feedback for a November 2024 referendum.
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Winter wonders with Cape Elizabeth Land Trust’s outdoor programs
The winter programs in Cape Elizabeth offer residents an opportunity to connect with nature through scenic walks, animal tracking, and an amphibian education initiative.
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Southern Meetings: Feb. 9-16
Cape Elizabeth Mon. 2/12 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Tue. 2/13 6:30 p.m. School Board Town Hall Tue. 2/13 7 p.m. Conservation Committee Town Hall Wed. 2/14 5:30 p.m. Community Services Community Center Wed. 2/14 6 p.m. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion T.M. Library Thu. 2/15 8:30 a.m. School Board Advisory Zoom Thu. 2/15 6 p.m. […]