PORTLAND — Breathing may be easier, but it can still be a risky proposition. That is the finding of a statewide report card issued Wednesday by the American Lung Association. “The 2018 ‘State of the Air’ report finds that Maine has taken some big leaps this year, with significantly less ozone than in years past,” American […]
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Boys’ lacrosse preview: As sport grows, third class opens the door for many teams
Area coaches agree that adding Class C opens competitive doors for many programs and was the right step for their sport’s continued growth.
Boys’ lacrosse: Five teams to watch
They may be in a new class, but Falmouth, Cape, and Brunswick are still top contenders.
Yarmouth formalizes June 2 for gun give-backs
YARMOUTH — The Town Council on April 12 established a gun give-back day and approved amendments to the Character Based Development Code definitions of the Route 1 Corridor and Village Center. Councilor Tim Shannon’s proposal for a voluntary gun give-back day was altered, but ultimately passed by a 6-1 vote. The Police Department already has a […]
Potential conflict delays Yarmouth solar energy proposal
YARMOUTH — Progress on a town solar energy proposal was delayed last week because of a potential conflict of interest. During Town Council discussion April 12 about establishing a Renewable Energy and Sustainability Task Force to be charged with several tasks – including a group solar purchasing program – Councilor Jim MacLeod questioned whether a disclosure should […]
Alan Stearns aims to protect everything from deer yards to paddling paradise
He’s the executive director of the Royal River Conservation Trust.
Girls Lacrosse: Yarmouth fends off feisty Lakers for home-opener win
YARMOUTH—The Clippers fell behind in the early going versus visiting Lake Region on Thursday afternoon, April 12, but dashed back promptly: Yarmouth piled up a 10-7 lead of their own by the break and held on for a 15-12 victory, senior attacker Emma Marston in the lead with a pair of hat tricks. “We made […]
Baseball: Yarmouth starts defense with win
Defending champion Yarmouth scores three runs in the fifth inning to rally for a victory over York in the season opener.
Yarmouth Police Beat: April 12
Arrests 4/2 at 1 a.m. Brianna R. Leet, 20, of Juniper East, was arrested at Juniper East by Officer Michael Peacock on an outstanding warrant from another agency. 4/2 at 1 a.m. John C. Alvarez, 20, of Juniper East, was arrested at Juniper East by Officer Michael Peacock on charges of domestic violence assault and violating condition […]
Baseball preview: 10 teams to watch
Thornton Academy is the consensus pick in Class A South, while Wells and Cape Elizabeth both can make a case in Class B.