He says it would divert state resources away from supporting farm growth, which is a bigger priority for Maine.
November 2016
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Short-term rentals still a focus of Portland Housing Committee
PORTLAND — Short-term rentals have become a long-term conversation for the City Council Housing Committee. By the end of the scheduled 5 p.m. meeting Nov. 9 in City Hall, Councilor Jill Duson hopes a package of regulations on short-term rentals by homeowners and companies can be forwarded to the full City Council. That package was partially […]
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Greely upsets Falmouth, lone local squad to reach semifinals
Greely’s football team celebrates its 20-7 upset of rival Falmouth in Friday’ Class B South quarterfinal. Freeport’s Connor Dostie tries to bring down Spruce Mountain quarterback Caulin Parker during Friday’s Class C South quarterfinal. Despite a strong effort, the Falcons lost, 20-14. Four Forecaster Country football teams took the field for the quarterfinal round of […]
Posted inBoston Celtics, News, Sports
Former Celtic Ray Allen, the top 3-point shooter in NBA history, retires
He spent 18 seasons in the league with Milwaukee, Seattle, the Celtics and the Heat, averaging 18.9 points and appearing in 10 All-Star Games.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Volunteer opportunities at Falmouth fair
FALMOUTH — The town will host a volunteer fair Sunday, Nov. 13 at the Mason-Motz Activity Center from 1–3 p.m. Representatives from local nonprofits, service organizations, and booster clubs will be available to discuss their organizations with those in attendance. The fair will showcase volunteer opportunities for all ages, and positions are available both for […]
Posted inNation & World, News
Amish in Kentucky challenge mandate that horses wear poop bags
The ordinance is ‘clearly designed to single out the Amish and, frankly, to discriminate against the Amish,’ a lawyer says.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland school food pantry grows, goes hi-tech
PORTLAND — Three years ago, a Lyman Moore Middle School student began a food pantry in the school to address growing food insecurity. Today, the food pantry is a well-oiled machine that reaches more students and families than ever. It’s expanded beyond a room in the school to an online ordering system students can access […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Runaway girl’s death after crash likely to trigger murder charge against boyfriend
An Oklahoma district attorney says he will pursue a murder case against Alexander Meyers, 17, of Portland, the driver in a motor vehicle crash that killed Collette Boure.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
USM in Portland ‘ROCCs’ new community center
PORTLAND — Recovery is getting a workout above the gym at the University of Southern Maine Sullivan Complex. The opening of the new Recovery Oriented Community Center was celebrated Oct. 26, with comments from U.S. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, and USM President Glenn Cummings. Portland Police Chief Michael Sauschuck and Scarborough Police Chief Rob Moulton also […]
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Idexx Laboratories posts strong earnings
The Westbrook veterinary products maker credits a ‘strengthening bond between humans and their pets.’