On Jan. 31, students from five high schools had conversations on presidential transition of power with Yarmouth High School’s CivilTea Club.
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New Cumberland ordinance bans harmful turf materials
The new ordinance, called Chapter 20, aims to protect citizens and natural areas by banning synthetic infill material, which contain microplastics and concentrations of PFAS, in new artificial turf installations.
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Falmouth native and Paralympian honored at State House
“I have always been such a proud Mainer, and to be recognized with such a distinct honor was indescribable,” said cyclist Clara Brown, who won bronze at the Paris Paralympics.
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Portland food pantry opens in new location, sees fewer clients
After facing temporary closure due to construction at its location in Woodfords Corner, Project FEED is operating from 640 Brighton Ave.
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Portland philosophy professor compiles 18 years of pop culture analysis
Based on a philosophy blog that he has been running for 18 years, USM philosophy professor Jason Read’s new book “Unemployed Negativity” contemplates popular culture and what it says about us all.
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Cumberland-North Yarmouth district schools reach new teacher contract
After a year of negotiations, the finalized contract increases salaries and significantly restructures the pay scale.
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Falmouth pesticide ordinance reintroduced with minor changes
The controversial pesticide and fertilizer ordinance saw changes based on feedback from the Town Council and community members.
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North Yarmouth maps open space with eye toward conservation
The Open Space Planning Committee will inventory existing protected land and create a plan to ensure open space within North Yarmouth remains for future generations.
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USM Foundation challenge raises $6M for program to aid students
The University of Southern Maine Foundation completed a $6 million matching challenge for the Promise Scholars endowment, a program that supports Maine high school students who face significant barriers to higher education. In October, the foundation announced a challenge issued by two anonymous donors: if it could raise $4 million for the Promise Scholars endowment […]
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Cumberland library director leaves after quarter century of change
Thomas Bennett, who transformed the library by digitizing their catalog and expanding programming, has accepted a new role with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to focus on archaeology and historic preservation.