Yesterday I learned of the sudden resignation of Erik Knudsen and Sarah Beliveau from the Falmouth Fire Department. I am writing to express sadness for the town and concern that these two incredibly dedicated public servants felt compelled to take such action. In all the years I have known them it would have been inconceivable […]
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Falmouth church, police lead fight against stigma of substance misuse disorders
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary is sponsoring a series of community events to educate people on the damage caused by stigmatizing mental health issues, race and addiction.
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Letter: Reader fails to find the humor in Trump’s comments
John Balentine thinks the reason some folks don’t like Donald Trump is that we don’t appreciate Trump’s sense of humor. I can’t think of anything Trump says or does that ever made me laugh. So this left me wondering: What is it that Trump and Balentine find so amusing? Was it funny to denigrate a […]
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Life Unwound: Voting is a right, a privilege, an honor and a duty
My grandmothers told me they were thrilled when women were granted the right to vote. My mother’s mother said, “Women unable to vote made no sense to me. It is such a privilege, so important. I would never miss it.” My father’s mother said, “I cried the first time I voted. We matter. You’ll see.” […]
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Northern Meetings: Oct. 22-29
Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Thur. 10/22 4 p.m. Community Advisory Response Team Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Thur. 10/22 7 p.m. Meet the Candidates Night Mon. 10/26 7 p.m. Town Council Durham Visit durhamme.com for Zoom information. Videos of municipal meetings can be viewed/streamed at townhallstreams.com/towns/durham_me. Tues. 10/27 […]
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Letter: Falmouth Council needs to put money where its mouth is
Falmouth recently embarked on updating its comprehensive plan, a document that concludes a phased process of determining residents’ quality of life – and taxes – for the next decade and beyond. Councilors Amy Kuhn and Jay Trickett are responsible for the initial “visioning” process and have promised full transparency, with an emphasis on resident input. […]
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Letter: White has right values for state Senate District 25
Maine’s District 25 contested Senate race features a candidate with values that are deeply rooted and nurtured in her native state of Maine. Jennifer White is a third-generation Italian American whose grandparents immigrated from Italy and settled in Portland. From that humble beginning, Jennifer founded a vibrant day care and learning center, owns and operates […]
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People & Business Oct. 14
Late Portlander honored at Veterans’ Home The late Sidney Thorne was named Veteran of the Month for August at Maine Veterans’ Homes in Scarborough. Thorne died in early August before he received the honor, according to a spokesperson for the Veterans’ Home. A registered Maine Guide, Thorne was born and raised in Portland and from […]
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Towns still await Spectrum response on underpaid fees
An audit revealed Spectrum owes nine towns $142,000 and some Cumberland County towns say that their letters demanding repayment have gone unanswered.
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New Falmouth pastor looks at pandemic challenges
The new Emmaus Luthern Church pastor said he is loving the community so far and looks forward to meeting more of them in person.