‘When they put their own stories on stage, they understand on a different level what it’s like to put your story out there and the responsibility that comes with that,’ said Isaac Kestenbaum, director of the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies.
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Cape Elizabeth’s town manager takes top job in Cumberland
Matthew Sturgis will replace longtime Cumberland manager Bill Shane, who is retiring in July.
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Local events planned to prep for and view ‘quite compelling’ solar eclipse in southern Maine
Many libraries are distributing free solar eclipse glasses to patrons to prepare for the April 8 event.
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SAD 51 board agrees to plan for new school on Greely campus
The Cumberland-North Yarmouth school board votes in favor of pursuing the $53.5 million project, which also includes funding for a turf field for the high school and four new classrooms at Mabel I. Wilson School.
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Comp plan update ready for Yarmouth residents’ review
April 30 is the deadline for providing feedback on the plan that will guide the town policy decisions ranging from housing to transportation in the coming years.
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Campfire Institute’s outdoor programs create safe havens, community for LGBTQ+ youth
The nonprofit, which has expanded is offerings, is holding a leadership retreat and a prom for ages 12-17 next month in Bridgton.
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Success is in the cards for young Yarmouth collector
Seven-year-old Carter Torina of Yarmouth has amassed a following for his trade nights, which are now available online, and he’ll host a show at Hadlock Field this summer.
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Cumberland has one remaining affordable housing project on the table
In wake of voters’ defeat of the Drowne Road project, it’s going to be tough to make a “meaningful dent in the affordable housing crisis,” the town council chair says.
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‘Wonders in the world’ are inspiration for artist in Falmouth
Jasmine Cherry, who only recently decided to pursue her art full time, will have her first show in April..
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Dentistry all in the family at Portland practice
Russell Family Dentistry, in business for 60 years on Woodford Street, is now in its fourth generation.