The Friends Schoolhouse is moved from its original location on Quaker Ridge to Casco Village in 1971. Another move may be in the offing, to the Raymond-Casco Historical Society’s new museum site along Route 302. Photo courtesy the RCHS In November 1971, the Friends Schoolhouse was moved from its original location on Quaker Ridge to […]
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Historical Society considers moving Friends Schoolhouse
The Friends Schoolhouse is moved from its original location on Quaker Ridge to Casco Village in 1971. Another move may be in the offing, to the Raymond-Casco Historical Society’s new museum site along Route 302. Photo courtesy the RCHS In November 1971, the Friends Schoolhouse was moved from its original location on Quaker Ridge to […]
Board mum on colleague's tax charges
Though fellow directors of School Administrative District 61 were tight-lipped this week about their colleague’s tax charges, a lawyer debunked Michael Skarbinski’s argument that he doesn’t have to pay income taxes. Skarbinski and his wife, Elizabeth, are being charged with theft by deception, attempted theft by deception and putting false information on a tax return. […]
Board mum on colleague's tax charges
Though fellow directors of School Administrative District 61 were tight-lipped this week about their colleague’s tax charges, a lawyer debunked Michael Skarbinski’s argument that he doesn’t have to pay income taxes. Skarbinski and his wife, Elizabeth, are being charged with theft by deception, attempted theft by deception and putting false information on a tax return. […]
Jason's Weather Watch
Jason’s weather forecast: Sunny side up Jason Donahue is passionate about the weather and follows it closely from his home in New Gloucester. FRIDAY Sunny, no precipitation High: 42 Low: 18 SATURDAY Sunny, no precipitation High: 42 Low: 21 SUNDAY Sunny again, no precipitation High: 44 Low: 25 Weather Phrase Of The Week: Rain shadow […]
Sunrise hike on Bald Pate
Loon Echo Land Trust is hosting a trek up Bald Pate Mountain on Saturday, March 21, to see the sunrise from the summit. Hikers should meet at the South Bridgton parking lot for Bald Pate around 6 a.m. The sunrise is at 6:43. Snowshoes or hiking boots with traction devices are recommended, as are coffee […]
Sunrise hike on Bald Pate
Loon Echo Land Trust is hosting a trek up Bald Pate Mountain on Saturday, March 21, to see the sunrise from the summit. Hikers should meet at the South Bridgton parking lot for Bald Pate around 6 a.m. The sunrise is at 6:43. Snowshoes or hiking boots with traction devices are recommended, as are coffee […]
Board seeks teen member
The Maine State Board of Education is seeking a student from the First Congressional District in Maine to serve as a participating, nonvoting member. Student members have all the responsibilities and privileges of regular members. The responsibilities include being knowledgeable about current education issues, preparing for regular monthly meetings and participating actively in the discussions. […]
Shirked service causing headaches
As the school year enters the home stretch, just over a third of Windham High School seniors have completed the community service requirement instituted this year as a precursor to graduation. That is worrying school board members, who don’t want to face an onslaught of requests for leniency at the end of the year. According […]
Parents, take a night off!
The Athletics Department at Saint Joseph’s College is pleased to offer its Kids Night Out program on Saturday, March 21, at the Alfond Recreation Center. The event, open to children ages 7-13, offers games, movies, swimming, rock climbing, arts and crafts, and sports. The program goes from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The price will be […]