May 2014
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Unsung Hero: Jess Abramson of Falmouth, working for equality

by David Treadwell

FALMOUTH — “Maine voters rejected the same-sex marriage law in 2009,” Jess Abramson recalled, “so when the issue came up again in 2012, I decided to jump aboard and volunteer for the Yes On One campaign.” “Jump aboard” this Falmouth teenager definitely did, in spite of her initial misgivings. “I’m a quiet person, and I […]

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Portland, Brunswick airports score funds

by The Forecaster

PORTLAND — Snow removal operations at the Portland International Jetport will get a $484,000 boost, according to U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine. Pingree announced the grant from the Federal Aviation Administration in a news release last week. The grant is part of a larger package of $4 million in FAA grants given to airports in […]

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RSU 5 budget faces crucial vote

by Current Publishing

In a town meeting format, residents of Durham, Freeport and Pownal will vote Wednesday, May 28, article by article, on a $27,331,990 Regional School Unit 5 budget for 2014-2015. The regional budget meeting at Freeport begins at 6:30 p.m., and will end once voters have gone through – and perhaps amended – each of the […]

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RSU 5 budget faces crucial vote

by Current Publishing

In a town meeting format, residents of Durham, Freeport and Pownal will vote Wednesday, May 28, article by article, on a $27,331,990 Regional School Unit 5 budget for 2014-2015. The regional budget meeting at Freeport begins at 6:30 p.m., and will end once voters have gone through – and perhaps amended – each of the […]

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Tri-Town Community Calendar – 5/28

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Upcoming events “You Can Get There from Here – How Transportation Defined Freeport,” Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Freeport Historical Society Harrington House, 45 Main St., Freeport. $3 donation suggested. Exhibit open through Feb.1, 2015. For more information, see www.freeporthistoricalsociety.org. “Precious Not Parents” spay-neuter for kittens and puppies, 3-6 months old, $20 through June, Community Spay […]

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