CAPE ELIZABETH — Fourteen Cape Elizabeth residents have returned nomination papers to put their names on the November ballot for seven available seats on the Town Council and School Board. “There has been more of an interest this year,” Town Clerk Debra Lane said. “I anticipate issues facing both school and town sides are interesting […]

CAPE ELIZABETH — The Town Council will hold three public hearings at its meeting on Monday, Sept. 14. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., councilors will hear public input on the amended shoreland zoning ordinance, the conceptual Shore Road pathway and the Goddard Mansion ruins. In February 2008, the Fort Williams Advisory Committee voted unanimously against repairing and […]

FREEPORT — On Monday, Sept. 14, the Winslow Park Commission will hold a public meeting on its dog policy. The policy requires dogs to be leashed between May 1 through Columbus Day when the campground is open. From Columbus Day through April 31, dogs are permitted off-leash in the campground off-leash, but must be under voice […]

FREEPORT — Using recently acquired grant funding, Regional School Unit 5 will begin to develop a strategic plan to help strengthen the district’s academic, innovation and financial efficiencies. The planning process will begin Monday, Sept. 14, at the Freeport Performing Arts Center from 6-9 p.m. Former Gov. Angus King will speak about 21st century needs […]

Ellen McEnaney of Westbrook peeks from behind the limbs and low-hanging fruit on a tree at Orchard Hill Farm in Cumberland on Saturday, Sept. 5, the first day this season that the farm was open for pick-your-own apples.

FALMOUTH — A seasonal flu shot clinic sponsored by Falmouth Health Services for middle and high school students is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 5-7 p.m. at the Falmouth High School community gym (the small gym). For elementary students, a clinic will be held Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 5-7 p.m. at the same location. […]

HARPSWELL — Chris and Billy Saxton were about 5 years old when they began working the docks and launch at the Dolphin Marina & Restaurant. After that they worked in the restaurant’s kitchen, doing dishes, picking lobsters, whatever needed to be done. Today, the Saxton brothers still do just about everything. And so does the […]

BRUNSWICK — A request to renew the Cook’s Corner Tax Increment Financing District in order to fund road improvements there could come with a catch for east Brunswick. The Town Council first heard the proposal at Tuesday’s meeting. Although the council tabled the discussion, there were early signs that Town Manager Gary Brown’s request could […]

BRUNSWICK — The Town Council on Tuesday ratified an employment contract with new Town Manager Gary Brown. The 8-1 decision, with Councilor Karen Klatt dissenting, marked the first time the town has hired a manager in the last 20 years. Also noteworthy Tuesday was the absence of discussion or angst, both of which had been […]

BRUNSWICK — Japanese cuisine and sushi – a conspicuous absence in Brunswick’s culinary scene – will soon be available downtown. Cuong Ly, who owns the China Rose on Bath Road as well as the China Rose and Miyako Japanese restaurants in Freeport, plans to open a new restaurant at 72 Maine St. Ly, who on […]