SOUTH PORTLAND — The number of homeless students in city schools has doubled in the past two years to 102, a figure that is unprecedented in South Portland history. “I am worried,” Assistant Superintendent of Schools Kathy Germani said. In 1987, President Ronald Reagan enacted the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Amended and reissued through the years, […]
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Cape Elizabeth superintendent doesn't get Massachusetts job
CAPE ELIZABETH — Superintendent of Schools Meredith Nadeau was not hired as the new superintendent of Weston Public Schools in Massachusetts. Nadeau was one of three finalists for the position, but ultimately the job went to Dr. Thomas Campbell, director of human resources for the Needham, Massachusetts, public schools. The Weston School Committee announced the […]
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Cape Elizabeth shooting range changes taking shape
CAPE ELIZABETH — The Spurwink Rod and Gun Club has begun construction to improve safety and reduce noise, but the town has yet to hire a safety evaluator. The town issued a request for qualifications seeking a safety evaluation of the shooting range. The request seeks bids from providers who wish to complete the evaluation of […]
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South Portland council considers zoning change for senior housing
SOUTH PORTLAND — The City Council on Wednesday heard a first reading of the proposed rezoning of two parcels in the Running Hill Road Executive Park for the purpose of constructing a congregant-care housing facility for senior citizens. The rezoning of a four-acre parcel and a five-acre parcel at 10 and 20 Executive Drive is being […]
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Cape Elizabeth library fuels big budget, tax increases
CAPE ELIZABETH — A 6.3 percent increase in municipal spending is expected for the 2016 fiscal year, according to a budget outlook prepared by Town Manager Michael McGovern. McGovern created the overview because councilors last year asked if he could start preparing them early each year before budget season begins. On Jan. 12, he reported […]
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Scarborough Town Council's top goal: Realistic budget
SCARBOROUGH — Town councilors outlined 10 goals they hope to accomplish in 2015, including building a responsible and realistic budget and emphasizing economic development. Councilors were given colored markers and asked to write checks next to the issues that were most important to them during a workshop. Formulating a responsible and realistic budget garnered the most […]
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Mussel weakness: Massive decline in Casco Bay poses questions about once-thriving population
BRUNSWICK — It used to be common to lift up thick mats of seaweed on the shores of Casco Bay and uncover thousands of dark blue mussels nestled among the rocks. But over the last few years, people who harvest and work to conserve the mollusk say areas that used to be full of thriving mussel […]
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Brunswick School Department survey, kept from public, reveals parents critical of plan to move 5th-graders
BRUNSWICK — Results of a survey conducted by the School Department suggest parents are deeply concerned about a plan to move fifth-graders to Brunswick Junior High School. Last week, the School Board bowed to pressure from opponents of the move, who gathered 875 petition signatures, and agreed to review its decision to move the students next school […]
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Brunswick dog licenses due Jan. 30
BRUNSWICK — Dog owners have until Jan. 30 to renew their licenses without incurring a late fee. According to Town Clerk Fran Smith, there are 2,500 dogs registered in Brunswick, but only 1,100 owners have renewed their licenses for 2015. Dog registration is required by state law. If the deadline is missed, owners will be forced […]
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Brunswick councilor: Bowdoin College student parking makes neighborhood unsafe
BRUNSWICK — An overnight parking ban for nonresidents is being considered on Page Street, in reaction to Bowdoin College students apparently using the street for long-term parking. The Town Council on Tuesday scheduled a Feb. 2 public hearing on a resident permit policy similar to one recently implemented on nearby Longfellow Avenue. The issue may […]