New Gloucester Town Manager Brenda Fox-Howard, whose last day on the the job is April 2, asked to be let out of her newly signed contract with Casco.
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At Portland International Jetport, things are looking up, director says
COVID-19 vaccinations, an easing of travel restrictions and another round of federal relief funding will aid in the rebound of the Portland International Jetport, Paul Bradbury says.
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From the editor: Canfield named editor-in-chief of southern Maine weeklies
Amy Canfield will lead the newsrooms at The Forecaster, Lakes Region Weekly and American Journal weekly newspapers.
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Despite claims of ‘robust coverage,’ Lakes Region residents struggle to get connected
With the internet service providers’ data contradicting residents’ experiences, area towns have taken it upon themselves to conduct internet speed tests and map out broadband availability.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
No internet: The high cost of connecting Maine
This two-part report is part of a continuing series on poverty in Maine, and the strangling effect poverty has on our communities. We look at how vital broadband accessibility is for our schools, our businesses and our health. The work is being done in cooperation with the Investigative Editing Corps.
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First draft of Sebago’s 2021-2022 budget about even with current budget
The $2,742,649 budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year is just $11,900 more than the 2020-2021 budget, a 0.44% increase.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Windham board approves retirement community near Highland Lake
The Planning Board gave unanimous approval for the first phase of the 66-unit mixed use retirement community located off Route 302 just north of the Westbrook line.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
New fire/rescue chief takes over in New Gloucester
Jon Kiernan replaces Toby Martin, who abruptly resigned in December.
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Raymond manager proposes $5.8 million budget, 12.8% decrease
The first draft of the Raymond town manager’s budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year is $5,784,028, which is $848,929 less than last year’s $6.6 million budget.
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Bridgton voters to decide on $8.1 million town budget
The $8,125,086 municipal budget proposal is a 4.8% increase over last year’s $7.7 million budget.