Input gleaned from four recent public input sessions is informing the town’s update of its Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Native American mural in Scarborough under scrutiny
The mural was painted years ago by former art teacher Robert Scamman when the school still had the Redskin as a mascot.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth considers moratorium on short-term rentals
CAPE ELIZABETH — Cape Elizabeth could temporarily stop issuing permits this summer for new short-term rentals while the town considers changes to its ordinance. A proposed 180-day moratorium will go before the Town Council on Monday, March 9. The moratorium could be lifted sooner if the council adopts new rules, or it is extended. Travel […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Longtime South Portland planner reflects on 30-year career
Urban planning is more challenging than ever, Haeuser says.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Yarmouth Health Council dissolves, leaves medical closet in town’s hands
For more than 80 years the volunteer organization provided community health services.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster, Times Record
Fur trapper weighs in amid Midcoast plans to tackle rabies
Nelson Frost of Brunswick, a trapper most of his life, says it’s a more humane way to deal with animal overpopulation, and resultant sickness and starvation.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster
Hire a Vet connects veterans with employers
Since its launch in 2015, the Maine Hire a Vet program has connected nearly 900 employees with more than 1,300 companies.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Ranked choice voting on the city’s ballot next week
The election is Tuesday, March 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Yarmouth budget proposal includes 10% increase
If passed, the 2020-21 plan could add $1.49 to the current property tax rate of $18.86.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster, Times Record
Harpswell town budget could rise 3% to reach $5.8M
The spending plan, which goes to a town vote March 14, includes funds for town office and recycling center improvements.