A pilot program from Merrymeeting Food Council and several partner organizations will try to address a labor shortage on Maine farms while helping low-income workers find steady jobs.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
While nation’s kids turn from sports, young Mainers can’t get enough
Local youth sports organizations report strong participation numbers despite pandemic challenges.
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Skiers to pair with horses in Topsham’s newest high-octane sport
Skijoring, a winter mashup of waterskiing and horse racing, will make it’s debut in Topsham Feb. 12.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Chebeague Island clerk promoted to top town job
Viktoria Wood is the new town administrator and the former deputy clerk is the new town clerk.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Thanks, Betty: Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland gets $25,000 in Betty White Challenge
The turnout in honor of the late TV icon and animal rights activist was beautiful, the league’s director says.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland to enact mask mandate
The mandate, which will apply to all public buildings in the city, likely will be in effect as early as Friday.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
New South Portland chief sees same challenges ahead as he leaves behind
Daniel Ahern says he has experience with many of the issues facing the South Portland Police Department, including homelessness, substance misuse, and staffing struggles.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Town History Series returns remotely for 18th installment
Patten Free Library will stream five presentations on local history starting Saturday, Jan. 22.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Operation HOPE extends shutdown amid omicron surge
After ceasing operations Dec. 16, the plan to resume the program on Jan. 14 has been postponed.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Mid Coast Hospital’s leadership proud of performance during difficult 2021
After fully unifying with MaineHealth, Mid Coast Hospital spent 2021 updating their internal processes and medical records system while battling a global pandemic.