FALMOUTH — Applications are still available for several open seats on the town’s Route 100 Vision Committee. The ad hoc committee, which is charged with developing a long-range vision for a two-mile stretch of Route 100 between the Portland city line and Mountain Road, was authorized by the Town Council in January, but its nine […]
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In Falmouth, no denying the hole truth: 'We're seeing roads heave and break up where we normally don't expect it'
FALMOUTH — It may be difficult to reconcile against the backdrop of this week’s Arctic temperatures, but mud season is upon us. And with the change of seasons comes the annual arrival of potholes. It has been a tough winter, one that introduced “polar vortex” to the national lexicon and dropped back-to-back-to-back snowstorms on the […]
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Portland, McAuley celebrate championships
The Portland High School boys’ basketball team unleashes a celebration 10 years in the making after beating Hampden Academy, 54-40, to win the Class A state title Saturday evening, March 1, at the Cumberland County Civic Center. Catherine McAuley High School seniors Allie Clement, left, and Olivia Smith let the world know that the Lions […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Bath school pops open 'Carbo-Nation' for 1-act play
BATH — Revenge may be a dish best served cold, but in one case it could also be a carbonated beverage. “Carbo-Nation,” Morse High School’s latest Regional One-Act Play Competition offering, was written by senior Nathanial Barter, who starred in last year’s play, “Str8-2-Vid3o.” “It’s one part ‘1984,’ one part ‘Hunger Games,’ and one part […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Free tax prep day at Goodwill Industries in South Portland
SOUTH PORTLAND — Low- and middle-income families looking for help preparing their taxes can receive free assistance from IRS-certified volunteers from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at Goodwill Industries of Northern New England, 125 John Roberts Road. The event, hosted by a statewide group of nonprofit coalitions called CASH Maine, aims to save residents money […]
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Referendum on tighter control of Portland parks set for June 10
PORTLAND — Voters on June 10 will decide the fate of a referendum designed by supporters to protect city parks, but city councilors may yet enact their own ordinance before the election. By a unanimous vote Monday night, councilors declined to enact the citizen’s initiative that would add 35 properties to the city land bank and […]
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Developer gets Portland easements for Jetport DHHS office
PORTLAND — Precedent defeated principle, at least in the eyes of Mayor Michael Brennan, when city councilors on Monday approved easements needed to start construction of a new state office building near the Portland International Jetport. “Has there ever been an easement that will have negative effect, and harm thousands of residents for decades?” Brennan […]
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Portland schools extend superintendent's contract
PORTLAND — The annual process of contract renewals and new hires is in full swing at the Portland Public Schools. Last week, the School Department announced an extended contract for Superintendent of Schools Emmanuel Caulk, the hiring of new directors for transportation and adult education, and contract renewals for all school principals. On Feb. 25, […]
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Sprague backs Portland cargo terminal plan; bonds needed
PORTLAND — Expansion plans along the west Commercial Street waterfront could be an economic boon to the container shipping industry. But the growth would alter the boatyard plans of local businessman Phineas Sprague Jr., and could be stunted if the governor follows through on a threat to withhold state borrowing. The proposed $5 million expansion […]
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Cheverus High School student remembered for 'character, intellect, talent'
PORTLAND — It could take several weeks before the state’s medical examiner determines the cause behind the sudden death of a Cheverus High School student last month. Benjamin E. LaMontagne, 18, died Feb. 22 at his home on Long Island. About 1,000 mourners attended his funeral Friday, Feb. 28, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate […]