The state boasts thousands of islands, each one offering a slightly different vibe, from quiet camping getaways to bustling harbor towns.
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On Maine islands, housing shortages threaten community survival
Islands with year-round residents need emergency responders, gas station attendants, postal workers, store clerks and teachers. When there’s nowhere for vital workers to live, they turn elsewhere. It’s eroding a storied way of life.
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Posted inElection 2024, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Senate District 25
Cumberland, Falmouth, Gray, North Yarmouth, part of Long Island, and part of Yarmouth
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House District 110
Chebeague Island, Cumberland, part of Long Island
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Greater Portland Council of Governments leads coastal erosion initiative
The Greater Portland Council of Governments received a grant to help Casco Bay municipalities that are facing coastal erosion and gather more coastal bluff data.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell will continue common sense solutions
My husband, Ron, and I are, with pleasure, supporting Christina Mitchell for District 10 (Cumberland, Chebeague, Long Island) state representative. Known for her enthusiasm and hard work, she also seeks common sense solutions to the many problems confronting us. She will fight for safe and affordable health care, including reproductive rights. Additionally, she will work […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell is smart, sensible and dedicated
I heartily endorse Christina Mitchell to be our next state representative for District 110 representing Cumberland, Chebeague and Long Island. I have known Mitchell for many years. She is a good friend and a good neighbor. I greatly appreciate her local political involvement, and it is totally appropriate to elevate her to be our next […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell has shown commitment to community concerns
For Maine Legislative House District 110, Christina Mitchell will provide the leadership needed for Chebeague Island, Long Island and Cumberland. Her track record of service in the SAD 51 school district has shown her commitment to and her interest in addressing community concerns. I know Mitchell will use her experience and skills to represent District […]
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Lobsterman Donald MacVane, who hauled traps into his 90s, dies
‘Donnie,’ as he was called, began fishing for lobster when he was 5 and took to writing about his memories of life on Long Island. He was 96.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Sen. Teresa Pierce values child care and education
Sen. Teresa Pierce has shown leadership, expertise, compassion and common sense in the Maine Legislature. She has advocated strongly for affordable housing, pre-K through higher education, and a strong economy with a sensible and bipartisan budget. Pierce served as chair in the House on the all-important Appropriations Committee, she has been a leader for years […]