YARMOUTH — Town councilors Dec. 21 were prepared to take action on a proposed permanent ban on retail marijuana establishments and social clubs, and to endorse a group purchasing program for solar energy systems. But both votes were postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Councilors and residents spoke in favor of the marijuana ban, which would prohibit […]
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Yarmouth prepares for Hillside Street improvements
YARMOUTH — The town is finalizing the design for reconstruction of the Hillside and Cumberland street corridors. The $2 million project – which includes reconstruction of the roadway, drainage, and sidewalk infrastructure on Cumberland Street from Hillside Street to West Elm Street – is being financed by a bond issue town voters approved at the annual Town Meeting June […]
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Yarmouth prepares for Hillside Street improvements
YARMOUTH — The town is finalizing the design for reconstruction of the Hillside and Cumberland street corridors. The $2 million project – which includes reconstruction of the roadway, drainage, and sidewalk infrastructure on Cumberland Street from Hillside Street to West Elm Street – is being financed by a bond issue town voters approved at the annual Town Meeting June […]
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Freeport, Yarmouth events to welcome 2018
FREEPORT — Ring in 2018 with L.L. Bean’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration, and the “Clam Drop” in Yarmouth. The fun will kick off on Dec. 31 at 11 a.m. with crafts and entertainment, followed by a concert by Rick Charette and the Bubblegum Band at 5:15 p.m. and fireworks starting at 6 p.m. on Morse Street. […]
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Yarmouth PD promotes Pierce to sergeant
YARMOUTH — Police Officer Michael Pierce has been promoted to sergeant. Pierce began his law enforcement career with the Arlington County (Virginia) Police Department for six years, before joining the Yarmouth Police Department in 2011. “Mike’s new position is part of the Police Department’s transition plan for 2018. I’m anticipating several retirements to be announced in 2018, […]
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North Yarmouth Police Beat: Dec. 21
Arrests No arrests or summonses were reported from Dec. 11-17. Fire calls 12/11 at 6:06 p.m. Alarm call on Memorial Highway. 12/12 at 4:36 p.m. Car accident on Walnut Hill Road. 12/15 at 9:20 a.m. Public assist at 178 Cumberland Road. 12/17 at 4:55 p.m. Alarm call at Forest Ridge Drive. EMS North Yarmouth emergency medical services responded to […]
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North Yarmouth Police Beat: Dec. 21
Arrests No arrests or summonses were reported from Dec. 11-17. Fire calls 12/11 at 6:06 p.m. Alarm call on Memorial Highway. 12/12 at 4:36 p.m. Car accident on Walnut Hill Road. 12/15 at 9:20 a.m. Public assist at 178 Cumberland Road. 12/17 at 4:55 p.m. Alarm call at Forest Ridge Drive. EMS North Yarmouth emergency medical services responded to […]
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Yarmouth Police Beat: Dec. 21
Arrests 12/13 at 8:42 a.m. Damian Grubb, 19, of Indian Rest Road, Harpswell, was arrested on Route 1 by Officer Michael Pierce on an outstanding warrant from another agency. Summonses 12/15 at 2:39 a.m. Ibekendu Mokeme, 19, of Brown Street, Portland, was issued a summons on Gilman and Drinkwater Point roads by Officer Shawn Miles on a […]
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Neighbors balk at Yarmouth nursing home growth plan
YARMOUTH — The Planning Board tabled discussion of a final site plan for the expansion of a Main Street nursing home after neighbors expressed concerns about the size, landscaping and safety of the proposal. Coastal Manor at 20 West Main St. consists of two, two-story buildings joined by a central connector in the town’s Medium Density […]
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Yarmouth figure skater taking another leap for Olympic dream
YARMOUTH — Franz-Peter Jerosch took leaps and bounds towards his dream of becoming an Olympian last month, winning gold at the novice level in the Eastern Sectional Figure Skating Championships. On Dec. 29, Jerosch and his skating partner, Jade Hom, will make the trip to San Jose, California, for their biggest competition of the year – the U.S. National […]