Many areas divide the citizens of Freeport from the citizens of Pownal/Durham regarding our schools, as evidenced by school budget votes over the last few years. I’ll mention one of many points that might show how budget decisions affect our students. Over the years top teachers who learned their craft in Freeport, Pownal and Durham […]
October 2014
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LETTERS: Withdrawal supported
Many areas divide the citizens of Freeport from the citizens of Pownal/Durham regarding our schools, as evidenced by school budget votes over the last few years. I’ll mention one of many points that might show how budget decisions affect our students. Over the years top teachers who learned their craft in Freeport, Pownal and Durham […]
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Storm cuts power to hundreds of Maine homes and businesses
Rain from a nor’easter stalled off Cape Cod is expected to intensify before easing late Thursday.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
LETTERS: Voter backs Schulz
There is a clear choice from politics as usual for Freeport/Pownal voters. Paul Schulz should be elected to the Maine House of Representatives as the candidate who takes a common-sense approach to government. He pledges to stand up for tax restraint for the good of us and the next generation who will be taking on […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Web
LETTERS: Vote for Sterling
On Nov. 4, I will take the opportunity to support Lindsay Sterling for school board. I encourage you to do the same. On behalf of Freeport and our most precious resource, our children, Lindsay is prepared to take to the sky and give Freeport “new wings” during a pivotal time. As a friend and neighbor, […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Former Skowhegan fire chief indicted on theft charge in N.H.
Richard Fowler, 47, faces a maximum of 15 years in prison if he is convicted, according to Strafford County Attorney Thomas Velardi.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Northern Forecaster, Web
LETTERS: Community gains by keeping RSU
For those of you who have asked recently, the folks pushing for withdrawal are driven by a small, vocal, well-funded few in Freeport with their own agenda. They do not represent or speak for the whole of Freeport. It seems, as is the way of politicians, they have created their own reality – which is […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Northern Forecaster, Web
LETTERS: Voter backs Leland
I served on the Freeport Sewer Board of Trustees for 18 years. I know what is expected of those who serve on the board, as well as the time commitment involved. Sally Leland is energetic, resourceful, engaging and thoughtful. She wants to ensure the sewer district is strategically prepared for future updating while being mindful […]
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LETTERS: Symbols in jeopardy
I’d like to dispel the myth that a stand-alone Freeport School system will be bad for our athletic program. As a parent of a former three-season Falcon, I can assure you that FHS had athletic successes prior to consolidation. The maroon banners hanging in the gymnasium are proof enough. Many people do not realize that […]
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LETTERS: A yes voter
There’s nothing worse than having that gut-wrenching feeling in the pit of your stomach. The one that happens when you’re having an uncomfortable conversation. For me, this recently happened when I heard a friend from a neighboring town remark, “You sent your kids to school in Freeport? Why didn’t you just move?” Freeport used to […]