In-person, remote and hybrid learning models could all come into play over the year, depending on the number of COVID-19 cases that surface in the county.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Area towns ready for nominations for local elections
CUMBERLAND COUNTY — Town clerks in South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth have all announced that anyone interested in running for local office in the Nov. 3 general election may now pull nomination papers. In South Portland, officials said voters will decide on the following positions: City Council: District 1, held by Claude Morgan; District […]
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Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Faded frenzy: State biologist, victim reflect on Midcoast fox attacks
The attack by two foxes of a man in Woolwich last week doesn’t lead a regional wildlife biologist to think a new wave of cases has begun.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Falmouth cuts funds for police officer, investigations may be impacted
Worried about potential revenue losses in relation to the pandemic, councilors cut four positions in town government.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
City jobs, services cut under proposed budget
Due to a projected loss of revenue due to the coronavirus, the no-tax-increase city budget is projected to decrease by $4.2 million and include the elimination of 65 jobs.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland parents weigh best option for back to school
Portland’s proposed hybrid model would mean many students would have a combination of in-person and remote learning this fall.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Council chooses first three members of charter review commission
The remaining members would be elected by voters and represent each of the five voting districts.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
New Falmouth firefighters ready to blaze a trail
Chief Howard Rice said the additional personnel are sorely needed as the town has attracted fewer volunteers in the face of an ever-increasing number of calls.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Cheverus grad a force behind ‘boozy water’
Galen Hand, class of 2012, co-founded NOCA, a non-carbonated spiked water company, with two college friends from the University of New Hampshire.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cumberland-No. Yarmouth prepares for return to school with masks mandates, limited classroom time
School starts Sept. 8 for grades K-12, with pre-kindergarten to begin Sept. 14.