Scarborough Community Services is seeking the community’s help in their bid for a grant. A grant from The WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund will be awarded to multiple Maine organizations in three categories – public schools, nonprofits, and parks and recreation departments. Community members will decide the winners with online voting. First place in each […]
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland, GMRI schedule meet-ups on coastal flooding
South Portland is hosting a series of Coastal Meet-Ups in partnership with the Gulf of Maine Research Institute to receive community input on coastal flooding and sites that should be prioritized for protection. The Aug. 1 meet-up will be a coastal cruise, departing from Portland Harbor at noon. Another meet-up on Aug. 7 will take […]
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Richmond Island off limits July 31-Aug. 11
Richmond Island off Cape Elizbeth will be closed to visitors from July 31 to Aug. 11 for island maintenance. Any members of the public who arrive at the island will be asked to leave. “Thank you for respecting the closure by not visiting during this time,” island caretakers said in a statement. For updates, visit […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Volunteers needed to develop plans for Brunswick recreation and conservation project
Brunswick is looking for residents to develop a master development and management plan for 229.4 acres of town property off Old Bath Road to be used for recreation and conservation. The Captain William A. Fitzgerald Recreation & Conservation Special Committee will determine types of recreational uses for the land, which includes a freshwater pond, produce […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Old Town House to reveal new sign Aug. 3
The North Yarmouth Historical Society will unveil the new sign for the Old Town House at 6 p.m. Aug. 3 on the Village Green. The refurbishment of the 170-year-old building is not yet complete, but following the sign reveal, refreshments and pop-up exhibits will be available to the public on the porch, in the meeting […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Opening ceremony Friday for Clam Festival
Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce Board President Chrissy Mann will officially open the Yarmouth Clam Festival at 10 a.m. Friday on Memorial Green. Local Boy Scouts will raise the flag and the Downeasters Chorus will perform the national anthem. “I am excited and honored to be opening up another year of great fun, great food, great […]
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Grand opening for Throttle Garage in Scarborough
Throttle Car Club is hosting its grand opening for its new restoration shop, Throttle Garage, from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 15. The 35,000-square-foot facility is located at 10 Dynamic Drive in Scarborough. Car lovers are encouraged to bring their favorite show car. Live music will be played by Captain Ron and the Castaways […]
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Upcoming road construction in Scarborough
Commuters can expect to come across some detour signs in Scarborough for the remainder of the month in the Mitchell Hill Road area. Due to road construction, Mitchell Hill Road will be closed between Holmes and Fengler roads, open to locals only, from July 17 to 21. From July 24 to 28, during the second […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Maine Outdoor Film Festival announces its 2023 lineup
The Portland-based 2023 Maine Outdoor Film Festival will feature 96 outdoor adventure and conservation films, July 20 to 30, at six different indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city. Tickets for all screenings are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Full festival entry “Gold Passes” are also available for $120. The festival schedule […]
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Central Maine Power begins inspection of distribution lines in Falmouth
Central Maine Power began an inspection of distribution lines in Falmouth July 10, expected to last about four weeks. Impacted areas will include Depot, Fundy, Harriet and Lunt roads. The inspections include replacing poles and cross arms, line transfers, and correcting any deficiencies in the lines. This will help improve the structural integrity, capacity and reliability […]