Five candidates are running in the June election for two three-year seats and two seek a one-year seat amid tension in town over development.
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Four newcomers running for two Falmouth School Board seats
Scott Booth, Emily Hinman, Sara Juli and Laurel Regan hope to be elected in June to the seats vacated by James Cahan and Krisztina Napolitano, who opted not to run again.
Greely High School named best in Maine for third year
Greely High School in Cumberland was ranked first in the state based on test scores and college readiness, Greely Middle School 6-8 made the grade for the first time.
Plan to renovate an old Yarmouth home? Group can help you preserve its historic character
The Yarmouth Historic Preservation Committee will advise residents who want to renovate their houses with the goal of keeping intact the town’s history and character.
Pair of curious Cumberland school third graders succeed as art detectives
The 8-year-olds track down the Portland artist and discover the history of a lobby sculpture at Mabel I. Wilson Elementary School.
Gray gets new preserve abutting Libby Hill trails
Royal River Conservation Trust makes its first substantial foray into Gray with the 150-acre site.
Circus coming to Cumberland Fairgrounds despite worries over animal treatment
The Cumberland Town Council receives assurances from the Cumberland Farmers Club and approves the permit for 10 circus performances this summer.
North Yarmouth Fire Rescue looks to expand or move
The department, limited on space, is seeking an outside assessment of its facility needs to determine its next steps.
Now in North Yarmouth, Wild Seed Project keeps on growing
The native plant nonprofit has doubled in size and is ramping up its community partnerships and events.
Brunswick Town Council bans flavored tobacco
This Brunswick ban follows similar decisions in Portland and Bangor.