Cooper Wright, a Lego-building middle school student from Cumberland, has been awarded his second Guinness World Record. Wright this week received official confirmation that he now holds the world record for the fastest build of the Lego Eiffel Tower set, completing the build in 9 hours, 15 minutes and 35 seconds. Earlier this year, Wright […]
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Cumberland library director’s side gig is digs
Thomas Bennett is studying shell middens to highlight the impact of climate change on Casco Bay.
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Northern Meetings: May 25-June 1
Chebeague Island Thu. 5/25 5 p.m. Adjustments/Appeals Public Hearing Town Hall Cumberland Thu. 5/25 6 p.m. West Cumberland Roundabout Council Chambers Falmouth Thu. 5/25 8 a.m. Community Dev. Committee Town Hall Fri. 5/26 8 a.m. Comprehensive Plan Zoom, Town Hall Freeport Thu. 5/25 6 p.m. Downtown Task Force Zoom Thu. 5/25 6 p.m. Tree Task […]
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Letter: In time of growth in SAD 51, Lichter is committed to progress and preservation
As a Cumberland resident and parent of fifth and eighth graders, I offer my full personal endorsement of Megan Lichter as an important voice and ear to be included on the SAD 51 School Board. She is committed to progress while safeguarding that which we value in our schools presently. These include quality education, safety, […]
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Letter: SAD 51 board candidate Lichter would foster communication and compromise
Please vote Megan Lichter for the SAD 51 School Board. I have known Megan Lichter and her family for six years. She is an intelligent, thoughtful and compassionate person. Our school district would be so fortunate to have her time and energy dedicated to fostering communication and compromise within it. She is ready to ensure […]
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Police community liaison sought for tri-town partnership
Spurwink Behavioral Health and Education Services is seeking a police community liaison to work with police in Cumberland, Falmouth and Yarmouth to help residents access mental health and social services. The liaison will work in close partnership with police officers to assist residents in accessing resources and services. The tri-town partnership is part of an […]
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Falmouth, Cumberland plan Memorial Day events
Falmouth veterans and their families are invited to start their Memorial Day at 8:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post with coffee and pastries before the town’s annual parade and ceremony begin. The parade will start at 10 a.m. from the Legion at 65 Depot Road and end at Pine Grove Preserve at 34 Foreside […]
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Northern Meetings: May 18-25
Chebeague Island Thu. 5/18 7 p.m. Climate Action Team Zoom, School Thu. 5/25 5 p.m. Adjustments/Appeals Public Hearing Town Hall Cumberland Mon. 5/22 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Thu. 5/25 6 p.m. West Cumberland Roundabout Council Chambers Falmouth Mon. 5/22 7 p.m. Town Council Zoom, Council Chambers Tue. 5/23 6:30 p.m. Board of Zoning […]
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Letter: Vote Hohl and Lichter for SAD 51 board
I’ll be voting for Anneke Hohl and Megan Lichter for the SAD 51 School Board on June 13. From the moment I met Hohl, it was clear she has the talent and commitment to invest in our community. She’s an engaged community member, having spent time serving on the PTO, including as chairperson, and volunteering […]
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Letter: SAD 51 candidate Hohl seeks out facts, perspectives
I am writing to share why I will be voting for Anneke Hohl for the Cumberland seat on the SAD 51 School Board. I have known her for six years in several different capacities, including volunteer work, athletic pursuits and friendship. Hohl’s qualifications can be found online, so I want to highlight some personal reasons […]