FREEPORT — Maine’s only early childhood-through-grade-12 Waldorf school has completed a $6.3 million addition to its campus. Maine Coast Waldorf School dedicated a new high school building Oct. 10. The two-story, 10,600-square-foot building is on the school’s 75-acre Desert Road campus. The high school includes a student center, faculty and administrative offices, conference rooms for teachers and students, and seven […]
2017
Falmouth psychiatrist’s license permanently revoked
Dr. Reinaldo de los Heros signed an agreement on Oct. 23 that states the state medical board has evidence of ‘fraud, deceit or misrepresentation.’
Journal of Sexual Medicine study links pot use and sex
The report studied about 50,0000 people over four weeks.
Trial of Troy woman charged in her baby’s death starts
The prosecution says Miranda Hopkins might not have intended to kill her baby, but she was negligent; while the defense argues that the baby was killed by one of Hopkins’ other children.
Investment fund to take $250 million shot at pot despite legal gray area
The plan calls for one of the biggest ventures yet in an industry with regulatory risk and enticing financial potential.
Falmouth High School presents 'The Mousetrap'
FALMOUTH — A murder mystery is coming to the stage at Falmouth High School this week. The theater company at the school is putting on Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap.” Opening night is 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2. Tickets, which are available at the door, are $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Weekend […]
Manufacturers Association of Maine wins award for program to boost defense industry
The Northeast Economic Development Association recognizes the group for helping defense-related companies in Maine diversify their product offerings.
David’s KPT restaurant in Kennebunkport abruptly closes, leaving dozens out of work
Some of the estimated 45 full-time employees say they feel blindsided by the decision.
Residents seek tougher zoning for Portland’s Munjoy Hill
PORTLAND — Upset over redevelopment and gentrification, some Munjoy Hill residents are seeking new city zoning protections. “We are concerned with maintaining character and fabric of our neighborhood,” Paula Agopian said Oct. 27 in her Monument Street home. A 47-year neighborhood resident, Agopian is a former City Council candidate and currently vice president of the Munjoy […]
Analysis: Why some of America’s richest families are helping Trump target estate tax
The Trump administration says the estate tax hurts the economy, but some Republican senators, including Susan Collins of Maine, have expressed skepticism about it.