Godfrey Wood is stepping down as executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland after close to eight years in the position.
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Maine Bicentennial: Bath
This trade card advertising Walter G. Webber’s Drugstore was probably made in the late 1890s. Trade cards were small advertisements used by businesses to remind customers to shop at their stores again. Trade cards evolved into modern business cards in the 1900s. Many Bath businesses used this form of advertising in the late 19th century. […]
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South Portland council makes headway on pot ordinance
The council, which was mired in the finer details on new marijuana license restrictions, has granted preliminary approval of the new rules.
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Cape officials getting a handle on winter moths
Local Tree Warden Todd Robbins said he will know by late spring 2021 whether populations of the invasive and destructive species have been contained.
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Bicentennial Maine: Pownal
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, The Forecaster is featuring historical highlights and artifacts from our communities through the end of this year. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.
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New Scarborough Land Trust director jumps in with both feet
Andrew Mackie will succeed Rich Bard, who stepped down in September.
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Fort Williams future may include less growth, more nature
A committee putting together the park’s newest master plan said curbing traffic and enhancing the park’s natural beauty are likely priorities.
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Midcoast Literacy’s reader theater is story time with a twist
The event will be streamed Saturday, Dec. 12, and feature local actors reading and acting out two books.
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Greater Portland Landmarks awards longtime businesses, historic preservation effort
Bangor Savings Bank, J.B. Brown & Sons, HM Payson and Springer’s Jewelers were given the groups inaugural Legacy Business awards.
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Maine Bicentennial: Portland
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, The Forecaster is featuring historical highlights and artifacts from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.