BRUNSWICK — The Town Council and School Board on Monday took unusual paths to select leaders. The council unanimously elected District 3 Councilor Hallie Daughtry as chairwoman. The endorsement was in sharp contrast to recent jockeying between supporters of Daughtry, the former vice chairwoman, and at-large Councilor Joanne King, the former chairwoman. While such angling […]
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
s-spcouncil-010909 Council restricts, gives initial OK to flea markets
SOUTH PORTLAND — After considerable discussion and several amendments, the City Council gave initial approval for a flea market on Buttonwood Street. The proposal, which would establish licensing requirements for flea market operators and vendors, was approved after residents who live near the proposed site spoke against allowing the use in the vacant building at […]
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Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
m-topashe-010909 Ashe seeks ways to maintain services, rein in costs
TOPSHAM — While 2008 was a year of many accomplishments, Town Manager Jim Ashe said he knows there are hurdles ahead in 2009, particularly because of the economy and the 2011 closure of Brunswick Naval Air Station. “This is going to be a tough one,” Ashe said, explaining that while there will be people urging […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
n-fallibrary-010809 History, through a father's eyes Photo exhibit brings images of WWII to Falmouth library
FALMOUTH — A visit to her father’s darkroom after his death illuminated his world for Jessica Lantos. And now, 15 of the thousands of World War II negatives made by Lt. Col. Henry Pollard during his service in England, North Africa and Italy will enlighten viewers at the Falmouth Memorial Library, where the photos will […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
n-BRFfalcouncil-010809 Council to discuss River Point property
FALMOUTH — A discussion on whether to approve a River Point management plan, tabled from last meeting, could receive the most attention at next week’s Town Council meeting, Town Manager Nathan Poore said. Under the plan, the 41-acre property behind Hannaford Bros. in West Falmouth would be protected from development by a conservation easement. But […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
n-yarcouncil-010809 Compromise reached on Yarmouth zoning changes
YARMOUTH — Town councilors on Monday night indicated they will send a proposal for conditional rezoning off Even Keel Road to the Planning Board for a second review. Town Manager Nat Tupper said that after meeting with property owners, an agreement was reached that satisfied the Maine Department of Environmental Protection and the neighbors. “This […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Pier, Wharf Road parking more strictly enforced
CHEBEAGUE ISLAND — As of this week the town is issuing parking tickets for vehicles left more than 24 hours on the Stone Pier and on Wharf Road. Parking regulations are part of the town’s coastal waters ordinance.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
n-yarsenateyouth-010809 Yarmouth student joins U.S. Senate Youth
YARMOUTH — High school student Jonathan “Yoni” Blumberg is one of 104 students from around the country who will participate in the 47th annual U.S. Senate Youth program in Washington D.C. in March. Blumberg, a senior who has applied to nearly a dozen colleges, said he is excited to participate in the program, which accepts […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
n-BRFfptchamber-010809 Forum to discuss Freeport Chamber
FREEPORT — There will be a public forum to discuss the proposal for a Freeport Chamber and Marketing Alliance on Monday, Jan. 12, at the Harraseeket Inn. The meeting will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and there will be light refreshments served. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be rescheduled to […]
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n-BRFfptwinslowpark-010809 Winslow Park panel to discuss leash policy
FREEPORT — The Winslow Memorial Park Commission is scheduled to meet Monday, Jan. 12, to consider changing its policy on dogs in the park. According to current policy, dogs must be on-leash at all times from May 1 through Columbus Day. The rest of the year dogs must be under control and kept within 16 […]