The Bath Climate Conversations series returns this month with “Demystifying Renewable Electricity” at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 13. The discussion, presented by the city Climate Action Commission, Kennebec Estuary Land Trust and Patten Free Library, will go over different options for supporting renewable energy, including installing it in homes, taking part in a community solar […]
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Artists wanted for Banners Over Bath
Main Street Bath is giving out canvas banners for community members to paint, which its volunteers will hang around the city throughout the month of April. It asks that banners be painted in acrylic or oil-based paints that can tolerate outdoor conditions. This year’s banner theme is “flora and fauna,” and submissions must be returned […]
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Upcoming forum on Mitchell Field administrative building
Harpswell will hold a public meeting March 19 at 6 p.m. at the town office regarding plans for the administrative building at Mitchell Field. The building sits on a large open space in the field. Residents have proposed using it for educational opportunities like a library or marine studies, a potential shared resource for nonprofits and […]
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North Yarmouth Historical Society to talk about old tools
The North Yarmouth Historical Society will present a new program dedicated to understanding old tools Sunday, March 10, at the Old Town House. Starting at 2 p.m., guest speakers Dave Coffin and Art Gaffer will share their expertise and passion on historic tools found in Maine. Coffin, of Pownal, has been collecting old tools from […]
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Yarmouth community rallies to find lost dog
When Yarmouth resident Kate Harnden noticed her Russell terrier, Lily, was missing last week, she immediately jumped into action, and so did the Yarmouth community. After posting on Facebook alerting the town, Harnden received over 60 comments from friends and other Yarmouth residents promising to keep their eyes peeled for the little dog. Last seen […]
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Greely High School ‘lets loose’
Greely High School will put on their production of the beloved musical “Footloose” from March 22 to 24 at the Greely Center for the Arts in Cumberland. The classic movie musical includes new songs in combo with the powerhouse hits from its Oscar-nominated score. “Footloose” celebrates the exhilaration of youth, the wisdom of listening to […]
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KyleCares officer named Greely Student of the Month
Greely High School student Finlay “Fin” McLean recently received the honor of Student of the Month from the Cumberland/North Yarmouth Lions Club. As an officer of the student mental health awareness group KyleCares, McLean works to end the stigma around mental illness and offer support for those in the Greely community who may need it. […]
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Cumberland residents vote on affordable housing project
Cumberland residents took to the polls Tuesday to vote on a proposed affordable housing project to be built on Drowne Road. The Town Council voted in December to explore the option of building three 3-story buildings with 71 one-bedroom apartments, 36 of which would be reserved for seniors. There would also be 21 two-bedroom and […]
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Crime writers to discuss their craft at Scarborough library
Scarborough Public Library will host a crime writers panel on Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Three crime fiction writers – Brenda Buchanan, Richard Cass, and Joseph Souza – will discuss how they create their characters and the worlds in which their stories take place. There will also be a Q&A session. Buchanan sets her […]
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U.S. passport applications accepted Saturday in Scarborough
Applications for U.S. passports will be accepted on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Services Hub at 418 Payne Road. Community Services usually accepts passport applications on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays by appointment only. The Spring Passport Day is offered for the convenience of people who cannot apply during those times. […]