GRAY—The Clippers’ fourth-quarter defense decided it, when they dropped in on the Patriots on Thursday, Jan. 11: After the teams took turns thoroughly beating up on each in the first half, they tussled evenly through the third. Then, in the downhill eight minutes, Yarmouth outstripped G-NG to the tune of 18-7, claiming the night as […]
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Yarmouth swimmers score with dive into national anthem
YARMOUTH — The high school girls’ swim team is making waves in more ways than one. The team has a winning record. And since the beginning of the season, six teammates have also captivated their audiences with their singing of the national anthem prior to the start of each meet. Coach Dave Cox said it is […]
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Study: Portland-Yarmouth rail trail possible, but expensive
PORTLAND — Construction of a 10-mile multi-use trail on a former rail bed between Portland and Yarmouth is not only feasible, according to a study, but desirable – particularly because of connections that could be made to other trail systems in the region. But while a trail along the former St. Lawrence & Atlantic Railroad is technically […]
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Welsh a candidate in House District 47
YARMOUTH — Dennis Welsh announced his candidacy for the Maine House of Representatives in District 47. Welsh is running as an independent in the district currently represented by state Rep. Janice Cooper, D-Yarmouth. District 47 includes Yarmouth, Chebeague Island and Long Island. A resident of Yarmouth for more than 25 years, Welsh is a professional photographer and […]
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NYA enhances courses for post-graduates
YARMOUTH — North Yarmouth Academy is accepting applications for a new post-graduate program for high school graduates who might benefit from an additional year of school before college. Beginning in September, students will have the liberty to design their course schedule and set goals in their selected path of study, focusing on a specific discipline area, […]
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Yarmouth council to air new conduct rules, vote on extending marijuana ban
YARMOUTH — The Town Council is drafting new rules to address councilors’ conduct, conflicts of interest, and gender-inclusive language. Votes to extend a ban on retail marijuana establishments and social clubs, and the endorsement of a “Solarize Yarmouth” program are also scheduled for Jan. 18. The proposed rules, drafted by Councilor Tim Shannon, were presented during […]
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Yarmouth Police Beat: Jan. 11
Arrests No arrests were reported from Jan. 1-7. Summonses 1/1 at 10:11 p.m. Asa Bailey, 32, of Burlington, Iowa, was issued a summons on Route 1 by Sgt. Kevin Pedersen on a charge of operating without a license. Fire calls 1/2 at 9:34 a.m. Alarm call on Hillcrest Avenue. 1/2 at 4 p.m. Outdoor odor investigation on Lafayette […]
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Yarmouth's Ice it! Bakery to add Portland shop
YARMOUTH — Ice it! Bakery is opening a new store in Portland’s Deering Center. The bakery will open on the ground floor of a new three-story apartment building at 502 Stevens Ave. Interior renovations of the Deering cafe are underway and will aim to mirror the look and layout of the existing bakery at 305 Route […]
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Yarmouth trust hits funding goal for Royal River shoreline purchase
YARMOUTH — Last year was big for the Royal River Conservation Trust. Highlights included a 50-acre acquisition at Runaround Pond in Durham, a 427-acre easement on Waterhouse Farm in New Gloucester, and a 70-acre addition of non-contiguous land with 2 miles of shoreline at Intervale Preserve in New Gloucester. But the trust’s most publicized feat, Executive […]
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Land trusts invite public to film, discussion
YARMOUTH — The Royal River Conservation Trust, in collaboration with four other area land trusts, will hold a panel discussion Jan. 11 to hear what residents think the organizations should be focusing on in this year. The event at Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church in Falmouth will begin at 7 p.m. with a screening of Maine filmmaker […]