PORTLAND — Close to $15 million in federal funding has been secured for three Maine cities and the Maine State Housing Authority to address lead in Maine homes. The city of Portland received just over $2.5 million; the cities of Lewiston and Biddeford also received funding. The grants were distributed through the Lead-Based Paint Hazard […]
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Portland Fire Department gets federal grant for equipment
PORTLAND —The Portland Fire Department was among five departments in the 1st Congressional District that were recently awarded more than $1.1 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighter Grants. PFD received $59,319 to purchase three protective gear washers and three protective gear dryers. Departments in Buxton, Standish, Yarmouth and Waterville also received funding, […]
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Portland man arrested in neighbor’s murder
PORTLAND — Everett H. Meserve, 63, was arrested for murder Sept. 17 following the Sept. 15 death of 63-year-old Rodney Cleveland. Just after 4 p.m. Aug. 3, police were called to 81 Danforth St. for the report of a man that had been assaulted. According to police, Cleveland was found in his apartment and was […]
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Walk Among Shadows to focus on spirits of 1820
PORTLAND — Spirits Alive will again be offering “Walk Among the Shadows” in Eastern Cemetery, 224 Congress St., throughout October. In celebration of Maine statehood’s 200th anniversary, seven spirits from 1820, many of whom were Portlanders, will return to the cemetery to tell of the perils and promises of Maine Statehood, against the background of […]
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Diocese offers annual blessing of the animals
PORTLAND — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland is offering its annual blessing of the animals at several local churches. The event is held to honor St. Francis of Assisi, whose Feast Day is Oct. 4, while also recognizing the important place that pets hold in people’s hearts. While all pets are welcome to attend […]
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Education department creates first Student Cabinet
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Education is seeking students interested in serving on its first-ever Student Cabinet. The group will meet quarterly with Commissioner of Education Pender Makin. The purpose of the Student Cabinet is to provide a forum for Maine student voices to be heard, MDOE said in a press release. Students in […]
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Falmouth Land Trust offers fall hike along Presumpscot River
FALMOUTH — The Falmouth Land Trust and Maine Master Naturalists will host a fall hike along the Presumpscot River Trail at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22. The event, titled Hardy Hikers, is a regular outing offered by the land trust and the curriculum is targeted at adults and engaged youth. Kids ages 6 and […]
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Breen holds office hours in Falmouth
FALMOUTH — Sen. Cathy Breen, D-Falmouth, will hold constituent office hours from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, at Falmouth Town Hall. This is an opportunity to discuss legislation, the budget, or any other public policy concern. No appointment is necessary and all are welcome to attend, ask questions and get answers. Breen represents Senate […]
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Yarmouth History Center hosts documentary screening
YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth Historical Society and the Royal River Conservation Trust will present a screening of the documentary “Valley Uprising” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Yarmouth History Center, 118 East Elm St. The movie, which is free and open to the public, tracks three generations of extreme rock climbers in […]
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Yarmouth Chamber seeks nominees for Spirit of Excellence award
YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Spirit of Excellence award. The award is designed to recognize employees of area businesses and nonprofits for making a difference to their company’s success. An awards ceremony and reception, co-hosted by the Yarmouth Rotary, will be held 5-8 p.m. Oct. 9 at […]