Louis B. ‘Louie’ Maietta Jr. died unexpectedly Jan. 24, and was described as a dedicated friend and respected community leader.
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Posted inCoastal Journal
Patten Free Library celebrating Black history the local way
A new presentation to be updated daily throughout February on the library’s website will feature special Black history projects produced by local residents.
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Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Yarmouth to take close look at Royal River dam removals
The town council voted unanimously to approve studies to determine the costs and risks of removing the Bridge Street and Elm Street dams.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Portland Forecaster
Portland area commercial brokers reflect on a challenging year
Retail and office space vacancies in greater Portland went up in 2020, but the industrial space sector remained strong, brokers say.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Falmouth Historical Society acquires Tidewater artifacts, launches new program
Although Falmouth Heritage Museum has remained closed throughout the pandemic, the local historical society has continued to fulfill its mission of preserving the town’s history.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Upon reflection, Freeport board to consider allowing solar farms
Solar generation systems are not an allowed use; the planning board is scheduled to discuss amending its zoning Feb. 3.
Posted inCoastal Journal
Bowdoin copes with COVID housing challenge
College officials are opting to house students at a local hotel for the winter break and spring semester, giving students safe lodging and local business a boost.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Public-private partnership now eyed for new homeless center
With the potential for state funding for the $10M project off the table, the city considers a private-public partnership for the proposed homeless services center on Riverside Street.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland school board wants teachers to address LGBTQ injustices
Board members, spurred by a string of hate mail in the area, are working on a resolution to encourage age-appropriate conversations about the incidents and the display of pride images in schools.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Cape gearing up to build electric car charging stations
Grants from Efficiency Maine will fund up to 80% of the cost to build stations at Fort Williams and the Cape Elizabeth Community Center.