Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Thur. 3/18 4 p.m. Community Advisory Response Team Tues. 3/23 6 p.m. Board of Selectmen and School Committee Joint Workshop Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Mon. 3/22 5:30 p.m. Town Council Workshop Mon. 3/22 7 p.m. Town Council Meeting Wed. 3/24 7 p.m. Lands […]
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Superintendent’s Notebook: Freeport-area schools beginning the journey towards diversity, inclusion
“You must be bold, brave and courageous and find a way …,” the civil rights leader and politician John Lewis once said. Diversity, equity and inclusion are critical in RSU 5’s mission to inspire and support every learner by challenging minds, building character, sparking creativity and nurturing passions. As we search for ways to provide […]
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People & Business: March 10
Recognition For the eighth year in a row, the town of Freeport has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.” This award reflects the commitment of the Town Council and staff to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the budget award, Freeport had to satisfy nationally recognized […]
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People & Business: March 10
Recognition For the eighth year in a row, the town of Freeport has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.” This award reflects the commitment of the Town Council and staff to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the budget award, Freeport had to satisfy nationally recognized […]
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport voters approve $634,000 for pedestrian/bike paths
The paths will be part of a larger bridge improvement project.
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Access to Freeport Town Hall, library increasing
Public access to both the Freeport Town Hall and the community library is expanding. Appointments will no longer be required for customer service at Freeport Town Hall as of Wednesday, March 10, according to information on the town website, but building occupancy will remain limited to five customers at a time. Mask requirements will also […]
Posted inTimes Record
Jim DeGrandpre named Freeport’s 2020 Citizen of the Year
DeGrandpre first moved to Freeport in 1968 and currently works at Wolfe’s Neck Center.
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Northern Meetings: March 11-18
Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Thur. 3/11 6 p.m. Coastal Waters Commission Wed. 3/17 6 p.m. Board of Selectmen Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Thur. 3/11 5 p.m. Lands and Conservation Commission Trails Subcommittee Mon. 3/15 5:30 p.m. Town Council Workshop Tues. 3/16 6 p.m. Planning Board Workshop Wed. […]
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Sande’s Picks: Maine Beer Company announces new releases
Maine Beer Company’s Zoe amber ale – named for owner David Kleban’s daughter – will be returning in bottles and on draft March 9. According to MBC’s website, the flavor profile is “pine and raisin predominate with notes of citrus and ripe dark berries. Malty backbone of toasted bread, dark chocolate and caramel.” On March […]
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People & Business: March 3
Oakhurst celebrates a century in business Only a handful of Maine companies have lasted 100 years, and Oakhurst now joins that iconic list. Long known as the “The Natural Goodness of Maine,” President and CEO John Bennett says the 100-year anniversary is more than just a celebration. “When most companies celebrate an anniversary, it’s usually […]