In words and with art, the new book provides a diverse look at the river’s history, culture and science.
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School Notebook: Dec. 30
Eagle Scout project helps local bird populations When Patrick Wahlig learned about the loss of bird habitat he decided to take action and build 16 bluebird nest boxes and four screech owl nest boxes for his Eagle Scout project. Wahlig, who belongs to of Boy Scout Troop #93 in Falmouth, chose his project in response […]
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House fire on Merrill Road requires all Falmouth Fire-EMS units
FALMOUTH — On the morning of Dec. 29, the Falmouth Fire-EMS Department responded to a call reporting an attic fire that had possibly spread to the roof of a residence on Merrill Road. The homeowner was able to evacuate safely after spotting the smoke and called 911. Three minutes after the call was made, Assistant […]
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Northern Meetings: Dec. 31-Jan. 7
Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Tues. 1/5 6 p.m. School Committee Wed. 1/6 6 p.m. Board of Selectmen Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Wed. 1/6 5 p.m. Bicentennial Committee Wed. 1/6 7:30 p.m. Lands and Conservation Commission Durham Visit durhamme.com for Zoom information. Videos of municipal meetings can be […]
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Life Unwound: Resolve to simply be still in 2021
New Year’s Resolutions? Oh my, not again. Every year. And every year they fail because we (or maybe I) resolve to do something in the future. In 2021, I will finally (fill in the blank) lose those last 5 pounds. I will … I will, I will. What if we resolve to do something that […]
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Maine Bicentennial: Falmouth
This is the last photo in a yearlong feature commemorating Maine’s Bicentennial in 2020.
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Maine’s largest cannabis company sues to open state’s medical marijuana market to outsiders
Wellness Connection claims the U.S. Constitution gives nonresidents a right to own medical marijuana dispensaries in Maine.
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Letter: Land for Maine’s Future must be fully funded
For myself, and I’m sure for many of my fellow Mainers, Maine’s natural land is its most precious. We rely so heavily on the stability of this land for the natural resources that are the foundation of Maine’s economy. Protecting our lands and resources is crucial, whether you’re in tourism, outdoor recreation, lobster or lumber. […]
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New director of deaf center focuses on students’ personal success
The Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing continues to serve deaf and hard-of-hearing students statewide despite COVID-19 restrictions, something that the new director is passionate about due to her experience growing up deaf in rural Maine.
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Northern Meetings: Dec. 17-24
Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Thur. 12/17 4 p.m. Community Advisory Response Team Durham Visit durhamme.com for Zoom information. Videos of municipal meetings can be viewed/streamed at townhallstreams.com/towns/durham_me. Thur. 12/17 6:30 p.m. Conservation Commission Thur. 12/17 6:30 p.m. Historic District Commission Mon. 12/21 6 p.m. Capital Improvement Policy Committee Tues. 12/22 […]