The Taxation Committee is considering what requirements businesses should meet to be eligible for tax breaks under working waterfront legislation and whether marinas and boatyards that work part-time on commercial fishing boats should qualify. With 150 boatyards and marinas identified by the Marine Trade Commission as possible candidates for at least a partial tax break, […]
2006
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Good people to the rescue
Editor, I would like to take the time to let people know that there are still some good people in this world. Around a week ago my family and I lost our six-month-old pug, Kiara. We spent two days and multiple hours trying to locate Kiara with no success. We were beginning to worry because […]
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Standish Historic Ordinance remains intact
A concerted effort by Standish Town Council members Tuesday to balance a desire to preserve history with the need to protect the rights of property owners resulted in their decision to keep the Historic Preservation Ordinance on the books. With nearly 50 people in attendance, councilors considered an order introduced by Councilor Larry Simpson that […]
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Lakes Region job fair seeks applicants, employers
The Lake Region Development Council Job Fair will take place at the Naples Town Office, from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Mar. 25. Take advantage of this centrally located job fair to connect your Lakes Region business with prospective employees. This event will benefit both employers and prospective employees looking for work. For employers […]
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
Cape considers ban on fast food
A proposed ban on chain restaurants in Cape Elizabeth appears to have little support among town councilors and appears unlikely to stop a proposed Dunkin’ Donuts. Councilors have referred the matter to the comprehensive plan committee for further evaluation. Town Councilor Carol Fritz proposed a ban on “formula fast food” restaurants at Monday’s town council […]
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
scarborough cops
Slashed tires On March 3, police received a report that someone has slashed the tires on two vehicles parked at the Winnocks Neck Road boat ramp. More slashed tires On March 5, a Kents Road resident reported that someone had slashed the tires on his pick-up truck. Cash theft On March 6, two high school […]
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
Auction to support Project Graduation
Scarborough High School’s Project Graduation auction will take place March 25 at the Scarborough High School graduation. Some of the items that will be auctioned off that night can be viewed online at www.shsprojectgraduation.org. Organizers say the event will have a “Mardis Gras atmosphere,” with food that will bring a “taste of New Orleans” to […]
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
Civil Rights Team
The Cape Elizabeth Middle School Civil Rights Team meets regularly to collect items like toothpaste, socks, deoderant and soap for the Preble Street Teen Resource Center in Portland. Pictured, from left to right, Kelsey Allen, Nicole Yate, Kate Kueck, Bill Kueck (faculty advisor), Maddy Wyzykowski, Ben Schklair, Jake Fields. Courtesy photo Civil Rights Team
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
Civil Rights Team
The Cape Elizabeth Middle School Civil Rights Team meets regularly to collect items like toothpaste, socks, deoderant and soap for the Preble Street Teen Resource Center in Portland. Pictured, from left to right, Kelsey Allen, Nicole Yate, Kate Kueck, Bill Kueck (faculty advisor), Maddy Wyzykowski, Ben Schklair, Jake Fields. Courtesy photo Civil Rights Team
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
Civil Rights Team
The Cape Elizabeth Middle School Civil Rights Team meets regularly to collect items like toothpaste, socks, deoderant and soap for the Preble Street Teen Resource Center in Portland. Pictured, from left to right, Kelsey Allen, Nicole Yate, Kate Kueck, Bill Kueck (faculty advisor), Maddy Wyzykowski, Ben Schklair, Jake Fields. Courtesy photo Civil Rights Team