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Freeport council continues discussion on solar energy purchase

by Taylor Abbott July 10, 2019July 10, 2019

An agreement with Portland-based ReVision Energy must also be ratified by the Freeport Sewer Distict.

RSU 5 Spring Sports Awards

by The Times Record July 10, 2019November 20, 2019

RSU 5 Spring Sports Awards Freeport High School Baseball Most Improved Player Award — Anthony Panciocco Coach’s Award — Heath Cockburn Pride & Character Award — Toby Holt Kovall Wentworth Award — Shea Wagner WMC All Conference 1st Team — Shea Wagner WMC All Conference 2nd Team — Heath Cockburn, Anthony Panciocco, Gabe Wagner.Toby Holt […]

Times Record, Times Record Sports

CMG Mortgage Baseball League — Freeport’s Cockburn tosses no-hitter

by Eric Maxim / The Times Record July 10, 2019November 20, 2019

FREEPORT — It doesn’t matter what type of bat that is used in a baseball game, whether it’s a metal or wooden bat, pitchers still need to hit their spots, and hitters still need solid contact with timely hitting to score runs. That was evident Tuesday afternoon as Freeport pitcher Blaine Cockburn tossed a 2-0 no […]

Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster

Freeport brewery’s success means $150K for environmental nonprofits

by Taylor Abbott July 9, 2019July 9, 2019

Maine Beer Co. is using its enlarged space to encourage giving back and being energy efficient.

The Forecaster

Regional transportation group launches online survey

July 8, 2019July 8, 2019

PORTLAND — The Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation System has been working in recent months to set regional priorities for transportation investment. As part of that effort, the organization has developed a brief online survey it hopes people living and working from Scarborough north to Freeport and west to Standish would be willing to answer. The […]

Business, Local & State

Those who serve up summer in Maine say: More help wanted

by J. Craig Anderson July 7, 2019July 7, 2019

Many in the state’s hospitality sector are going short-staffed this season, and business leaders say that crisis is reflected in the wider economy.

Local & State, News

Fungus appears to be an ally in fight against browntail moth caterpillars

by Joe Lawlor July 3, 2019July 3, 2019

Maine’s rainy, cool weather in May and June has caused some localized collapses in the population of the pests.

The Forecaster

Freeport Police Beat: July 11

July 3, 2019July 8, 2019

Arrests 7/5 at 10:06 p.m. William Kimball Jr., 37, of Portland, was arrested by Officer Emily Lopez on a probation hold. Summonses 7/5 at 11:17 p.m. Cheyanne Tuplin, 26, of Portland, was issued a summons by Officer Emily Lopez on a charge of operating with a suspended registration. Fire calls 6/29 at 3:04 a.m. Motor vehicle accident on […]

The Forecaster

Freeport Police Beat: July 5

July 1, 2019July 1, 2019

Arrests 6/26 at 8:25 p.m. Robert Fraser, 35, of Westbrook, was arrested by Sgt. Matthew Moorhouse on charges of operating under the influence and operating a vehicle without a license. Fire calls: 6/24 at 11:16 a.m. Motor vehicle accident on Gurnet Road. 6/24 at 11:48 a.m. Motor vehicle accident on Topsham Fair Mall Road. 6/26 at 8:25 p.m. Motor […]

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July 4th in Freeport: Road race, parade, fireworks

June 25, 2019June 25, 2019

FREEPORT — Residents can expect to see the Freeport Flag Ladies, who will be retiring from their weekly flag raising on Sept. 11, marching down Main Street July 4 alongside other members of the community to celebrate Independence Day. Festivities will kick off at 7 a.m. at L.L. Bean with the annual Fourth of July 10K, […]