On July 25, the Yarmouth Town Council followed up on the commitment it made during the budget process, and offered an opportunity to the School Committee to help create a bridge between the two sides of the school budget debate. The proposal would take shape in the form of a citizen committee that would work […]
August 2016
Letter: Elect Vitelli in Senate District 23
Former state Sen. Eloise Vitelli, the Democratic candidate in Senate District 23, demonstrates an incredible depth of knowledge and the preparation to deal with the significant issues that confront Maine. We need to bring Maine’s economy into this century, a task for which Vitelli is uniquely qualified. Since 1983 she has been fully involved in […]
Maine’s education reform panel to accept fine for closing meeting
Members vote not to challenge the attorney general’s complaint that they violated access laws, then move on to reform efforts.
Six-vehicle crash on I-295 cleared, traffic flowing again
The vehicles collided in the southbound passing lane near exit 17 in Yarmouth.
Letter: Breen makes constituents her priority in Augusta
I am writing in support of state Sen. Cathy Breen’s re-election in Senate District 25. Cathy has fought for Maine’s environment, high quality K-12 education, small business growth and early childhood social and emotional health in Maine. In the spring of 2016 Cathy assisted me in advocating for my disabled son when the DHHS proposed […]
Letter: Breen embodies an effective state senator
I am voting to re-elect state Sen. Cathy Breen, D-Falmouth, because I believe she works hard for the people of our community, is practical in her use of resources, and compassionate toward those in need of help. My beliefs are based on my experience this past year. When the Maine Turnpike Authority abruptly closed the […]
Paris fire chief retires with gripes against selectboard
77-year-old Chief Brad Frost says he planned to remain fire chief through the fall, but he can’t put up with the selectboard’s “bashing and negativity” any longer.
Letter: Cape, South Portland lucky to have Millett
State Sen. Rebecca Millett, D-South Portland, has been a tireless and strong voice for District 29. As an advocate for education, Millett has worked to increase funding for education and to increase grant funding for our college students. As a champion for Maine’s environment and economy, she has diligently pushed for the release of the […]
Portland cruise ship season in high gear
Bug Light Park in South Portland provided prime viewing as the Anthem of the Seas docked at Ocean Gateway in Portland on Sunday morning, Aug. 28. The vessel carries more than 6,000 passengers and crew, and is the largest cruise ship to visit the city this year. (Dan D’Ippolito / For The Forecaster) Anthem of […]
Riding new trends, University of Maine welcomes largest-ever incoming class
The fall semester for the class of 2020 starts today.