I am writing with enthusiastic support of Sara Juli’s candidacy for Falmouth School Board. As a former board member, I fully understand the complexities of the position and I have complete confidence Sara will contribute positively to our schools in this capacity. Sara brings a strong history of involvement within the district and clear evidence […]
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Letter: Hinman, Booth would best serve Falmouth schools
One major reason Falmouth is a great place to raise a family is our school system. The upcoming School Board election presents us with an opportunity as voters to help our community rebound from the various challenges faced over the past several years as well as look for future improvement. When the outgoing board members […]
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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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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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Mackworth Island study to be released next month
Public input will be sought at a June 29 meeting on the assessment results, which will include scenarios for future use.
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Free digital literacy classes offered at Falmouth library
Falmouth Memorial Library is holding free in-person digital literacy classes this summer in partnership with the National Digital Equity Center of Maine. Topics include internet safety, email basics and how to use Facebook securely. Registration is required at falmouthmemoriallibrary.org or by calling 781-2351, ext. 140.
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Event at Tidewater Farm in Falmouth promotes wellness through gardening
An event to promote wellness through gardening is being held at Tidewater Farm on Presumpscot Point Road in Falmouth June 18. Gardening for Wellness runs from 10 a.m. until noon at the property located behind the Tidewater neighborhood off Farmgate Road. Garden beds with over 50 native species will be on display, Master Gardener volunteers […]
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Falmouth Heritage Museum opens for season June 7
The Falmouth Heritage is opening for the summer Tuesday, June 7. The museum will be open free of charge from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. most, but not all Tuesdays until Oct. 4; see falmouthmehistory.org Visitors are encouraged to call ahead. The museum is also open by appointment by calling 781-4727. The museum, at 60 […]
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Northern Meetings: June 2-9
Chebeague Island Tues. 6/7 6 p.m. School Committee Cumberland Mon. 6/6 6 p.m. Town Council Workshop Mon. 6/6 7 p.m. Town Council Meeting Durham Tues. 6/7 6 p.m. Select Board and Town Manager Interview Committee Town Office Wed. 6/8 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Workshop Thur. 6/9 6:30 p.m. Historic District Commission Eureka Center Falmouth Tues. […]
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Letter: All signs point to rude candidate
Town Councilor Tommy Johnson is running for reelection, and he placed his political sign on my yard in Falmouth. I asked him to remove his sign and he threatened me with legal action and a $250 fine per sign (if I removed them), as the sign is in the public right-of-way, 5 feet from the […]