FALMOUTH — With bee populations and plant biodiversity declining across the country, the University of Maine Cooperative Extension is encouraging local gardeners to consider creating wildlife corridors where ever possible. That’s one reason the extension is partnering with the Falmouth Land Trust to host a special Pollinator Day event, 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at […]
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Yarmouth fire chief seeks local funds for training facility
The town has received a grant for a new structure, but the Fire Department is hoping to add a three- to four-story tower.
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Tables turning in Portland’s restaurant scene
As several iconic spots close, other restaurants on verge of expanding, locating in the city
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Chebeague inn and town at odds over bill for fire watch services
CHEBEAGUE — Selectmen say Chebeague Island Inn owes more than $10,000 to the Fire Department for keeping an eye on the hotel when its fire suppression system was temporarily offline in May 2018. But the inn disputes the bill, arguing that its own personnel could have and should have been allowed to conduct the fire […]
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Affordable housing projects get financial boost from city
The City Council awards $1 million for projects on Boyd, Middle and State streets.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Partnership designed to inspire artists of color
Grant funding will help connect Maine College of Art students with professional artists from around the world.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Falmouth seeks input on Blackstrap Road fixes
The goal is to pursue the option that provides the best overall value and longevity.
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Falmouth prepares for pro golf tour
The PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour will include a stops at the Falmouth Country Club for the next five years.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Recreation department launches community center needs assessment
The department will collect responses to a survey through the end of the month.
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India Street hotel breaks ground in Portland
The mixed-use project will also include an office building, pharmacy and distribution space, three residential buildings and a parking garage.