Forecaster News
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Falmouth town-school budget carries 5.8% tax rate increase
Town operating expenses will increase $1.29 million this year, a 6.8% increase largely due to cost of living adjustment increases for staff and other investments in personnel. Residents will vote on the $49.9 million school budget June 11.
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Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Taste of Nations Food Festival to celebrate flavors of community
The event Saturday afternoon is a fundraiser for Mayo Street Arts in Portland.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Victoria Mansion teaching the tricks of historic preservation trades
Victoria Mansion in Portland is tackling a shortage of tradespeople skilled in working on historic homes with workshops addressing the specifics of preservation.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Yarmouth town budget up 7.3%, with taxes up 9%
The Yarmouth Town Council voted to adopt this year’s budget at its May 2 meeting.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cumberland town councilors will not seek reelection
Councilors Mark Segrist, Shirley Storey-King and Ronald Copp are stepping down and one at-large seat remains open, with three new candidates looking to be elected.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Falmouth residents speak out against workforce housing project
The town is working on an agreement with the developer for 49 two-bedroom units on a 25-acre site behind the police department.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Children’s Museum and Theatre art auction returns to benefit Community Fund
Funds raised by the 21-plus event Friday will go toward the museum’s Community Fund and other admission accessibility programs.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, South Portland Sentry, The Forecaster
On eve of departure, Cape Elizabeth town manager lauded for leadership style
Matt Sturgis, leaving next week for a job in Cumberland, led the town with respect, collaboration and kindness, his colleagues say.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
‘Matilda the Musical’ brings message to Yarmouth stage
The show, directed by Janie Downey, will run from May 17 to 26 at Royal River Community Players.