CUMBERLAND — Construction of a new performing arts center at Greely High School could begin in August. The Planning Board unanimously approved an amendment to the Greely High School site plan June 20 that will enable the project to go forward. The project has received green lights over the years as the campus has evolved. Cumberland […]
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Cumberland County towns, cities get community development grants
PORTLAND — Cumberland County towns and cities will receive $3.2 million in federal Community Development Block Grants in the fiscal year beginning July 1. The Cumberland County CDBG program received almost $1.4 million, according to a June 27 press release, while Portland officials expect $1.8 million. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Housing and […]
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North Yarmouth Police Beat: June 29
Arrests No arrests or summonses were reported from June 19-25. Fire calls 6/19 at 4:59 p.m. Lines down on Gray Road. 6/19 at 5:34 p.m. Lines down at Gray and Haskell roads. 6/19 at 11:06 p.m. Lines down at Gray and Haskell roads. 6/21 at 3:12 p.m. Accident on New Gloucester Road. EMS North Yarmouth emergency medical services […]
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North Yarmouth Police Beat: June 29
Arrests No arrests or summonses were reported from June 19-25. Fire calls 6/19 at 4:59 p.m. Lines down on Gray Road. 6/19 at 5:34 p.m. Lines down at Gray and Haskell roads. 6/19 at 11:06 p.m. Lines down at Gray and Haskell roads. 6/21 at 3:12 p.m. Accident on New Gloucester Road. EMS North Yarmouth emergency medical services […]
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Purple House, popular Montreal bagel baker, taking the summer off
The owner says the North Yarmouth business will reopen in October.
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Agency assessing Maine Turnpike in greater Portland
PORTLAND — A 10-mile stretch of the Maine Turnpike from Scarborough to Falmouth is getting increased attention from the Maine Turnpike Authority. The first meeting of a public advisory committee conducting a needs assessment of the highway will be held Wednesday, June 28, from 4-7 p.m. at MTA offices, 2360 Congress St.. Public comment will be heard […]
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Nothing trivial about North Yarmouth sign language interpreter’s online payoff
NORTH YARMOUTH — Krissey Taplin had no idea the June 12 assembly at Bonny Eagle Middle School in Buxton would change her life. The American Sign Language interpreter figured the gathering was about an upcoming field trip. Then one of the students for whom the young woman interprets approached her and signed, “Miss Taplin, your […]
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Gailey named manager of Cumberland County
PORTLAND — James Gailey was named manager of Cumberland County by the Board of Commissioners in a unanimous vote June 12. Gailey had been interim manager since former Manager Peter Crichton resigned to become Auburn city manager in March. Gailey joined Cumberland County government as deputy county manager in August 2016. He previously served as South Portland […]
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Gailey named manager of Cumberland County
PORTLAND — James Gailey was named manager of Cumberland County by the Board of Commissioners in a unanimous vote June 12. Gailey had been interim manager since former Manager Peter Crichton resigned to become Auburn city manager in March. Gailey joined Cumberland County government as deputy county manager in August 2016. He previously served as South Portland […]
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Best of Best Readers Choice Winners
Thanks for helping decide who is the Best of Best in Freeport, Durham & Pownal! The votes have been tallied and the winners are listed below. ACCOUNTANT/ FINANCIAL ADVISER 1 Caleb Stephens – Edward Jones 5 Depot St., Suite 24, Freeport, 865-6826 ANTIQUES 1 Pillars Antiques 125A US Route 1, Freeport, 869-5164 ART/CRAFT GALLERY 1 R.D. Allen […]