Maine with all its beauty is an idyllic place to raise a family. Our schools are committed to providing an exceptional education in a safe, nurturing environment for all children. Yet, since the beginning of this school year several schools in Maine have been subject to threats of violence, including RSU 5. Even in an […]
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Lisbon Credit Union establishes George Roy Community Grant to benefit nonprofits
Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union recently announced the establishment of a community grant to support local nonprofit organizations that directly impact people in the credit union’s field of membership. This grant is created in honor of Lisbon Credit Union President/CEO George Roy, who retired July 1 after 38 years of dedicated service. “We are honored […]
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RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: Every day counts – the consequences of chronic absenteeism
“One day Alice came to a fork in the road and saw a Cheshire cat in a tree. ‘Which road do I take?’ she asked. ‘Where do you want to go?’ was his response. ‘I don’t know,’ Alice answered. ‘Then,’ said the cat, ‘it doesn’t matter.’” – Lewis Carroll, “Alice in Wonderland.” Over two decades […]
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Freeport Community Services celebrates 50th anniversary with Community Day
Freeport Community Services invites the Freeport and Pownal community to celebrate Community Day on the occasion of FCS’ 50th anniversary. There will be a school supply giveaway, plus a live band, free food, a beer tent and more from 1-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, at the Freeport Community Center, 53 Depot St. The traditional backpack […]
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Riding community rallies to support injured horse trainer
Anna Welch has a long recovery ahead from the multiple serious injuries she suffered in a training accident this month.
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Freeport-area parents aim to curb cellphones in schools
The group, RSU5 Alliance for Thoughtful Technology, was spearheaded in recent weeks by Annie Ware with the help of several other parents. The goal, Ware said, is to address smartphone and social media use among kids prior to high school.
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School Notebook: June 19
Girl Scouts earn awards, over $19K in scholarships Girl Scouts of Maine held its annual awards celebration last month and awarded over $19,000 in scholarships to Girl Scout ambassadors graduating from high school. Nine students received a total $19,500 from the Joanne Crepeau Future Leaders Scholarship fund. Sidney Allen and Astrid Akerman of Cape Elizabeth, […]
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Freeport backs school budget in local election
Freeport, Pownal and Durham passed the $41.6 million Regional School Unit 5 budget, marking an end to the school budget season. A majority of Freeport residents supported the plan, while Pownal and Durham passed the budget by narrow margins.
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Rapt tour group: Bird-watchers gather on Bradbury Mountain for a day of education on birds of prey
‘Feathers Over Freeport: A Birdwatching Weekend’ lured visitors to the state park in Pownal, where up to 1,800 hawks might pass over the mountain at the height of the season.
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RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: Proposed 2024-25 budget incorporates four priorities
The RSU 5 Board of Directors and administration has worked diligently to develop a budget that is focused on the goals of the district and the needs of our students while remaining responsive to the needs of our taxpayers. The Board of Directors’ proposed operating budget for FY 25 is $41,612,460, which is an overall […]