It has often been said, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Although it is not entirely certain where the proverb originated, it speaks to the power of community collaboration. It was this shared effort by members of the RSU 5 staff, “the village,” that prepared our six schools to welcome over 2,100 students […]
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The Wrap: The Continental and The Clam Bar open in Portland
Wolfpeach in Camden closes, Vena’s Fizz House tacks and Vintage Maine gets a surprise visit.
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Posted inTimes Record
Freeport Community Services launches Summer Snacks food program
Freeport Community Services launched its new Summer Snacks food program on June 28, and the strong community response shows a clear need in the Freeport and Pownal communities, according to FCS. The demand for the student food program comes amid a marked increase in demand at the FCS Food Pantry, alongside a decline in food […]
Posted inForecaster Opinion, The Forecaster
RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: Let teachers know how much you appreciate them
In September 1970, my mother held my hand as we ascended the staircase of the primary school in Lincoln for my first day of school. The school was built in the early 1900s and I vividly remember the sound my new Buster Brown shoes made on those old wooden stairs. As I approached my kindergarten […]
Posted inForecaster Opinion, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: A look into budget priorities for new year
The RSU 5 board of directors 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 24 is $39,080,569, which is an overall increase of […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Royal River Conservation Trust launches Watershed Landmarks Series
The Royal River Conservation Trust is launching a series of free events featuring its properties throughout the region. The 2023 Watershed Landmarks Series events will take place in Gray, New Gloucester, Pownal, North Yarmouth and Yarmouth, and each will be uniquely tailored to the property. Their first event in the series will be a guided […]
Posted inLocal & State
Fire displaces Pownal family
Firefighters limit damage to a farmhouse, but a garage and barn are destroyed.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: CMP gives us no reason to trust them
I saw on the television news that CMP’s parent company, Avangrid, is under investigation yet again. This time in New York, where the Department of Public Service is investigating billing problems, meter reading and numerous complaints from ratepayers about poor customer service. There have been over 5,700 complaints. One woman even got a bill for […]
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RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: School budget development underway with opportunities for input
We have much to celebrate as a school community. The schools in RSU 5 have a culture of kindness and respect for individual differences. Our students continue to have high academic performance which supports the achievement of their postsecondary goals. Students in the visual arts receive many awards and accolades for their outstanding accomplishments. Musicians […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside New Gloucester: Feb. 10
Annual ice fishing derby Royal River Rod and Gun Club is pleased to host their annual Ice Fishing Derby, Saturday, Feb. 11, at Range Pond State Park, Poland. Proceeds from this event will help fund the club’s Youth Field Day event in the spring. The derby takes place from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prizes […]