The globalist/establishment in all its forms (lodged in the media, both major political parties, the intelligence community, and Internet providers) now dominate most of the information from which we derive opinion. We are at risk of not having all the information necessary to insure responsible thought or action. Because Trump took “their White House,” he […]
October 2018
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Catholic bishop authorizes special collection for disaster victims
PORTLAND — With devastation from natural disasters widespread across the globe in 2018, Diocese of Portland Bishop Robert P. Deeley has authorized a special collection at all of Maine’s Catholic churches this weekend to provide aid and support to those recovering from Hurricane Florence, the earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia, and other natural disasters that […]
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After 32 years in Falmouth, The Forecaster is moving
FALMOUTH — The Forecaster, American Journal and Lakes Region Weekly newspapers have new offices in Portland and South Portland. Starting Friday, Oct. 12, the advertising sales staff of the papers will be based at the offices of MaineToday Media, 295 Gannett Drive in South Portland. The news staff is moving to MaineToday Media offices at […]
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Arts Calendar: Oct. 10-19
Greater Portland Exhibits Meditative Watercolors by Janet Lawerence, Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive, through October. “Home: Reflections on Place,” exhibit created by New Mainers, Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Way, to Dec. 22. IXNOS, MECA, 522 Congress St., photos, art, portfolio books, texts and artifacts on paths of migration through the island of Levos, Making Migration Visible event on view […]
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Northern Meetings: Oct. 11-19
Cumberland Thur. 10/11 7 p.m. Board of Adjustments & Appeals TH Tues. 10/16 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Workshop TH Tues. 10/16 8 p.m. Planning Board Meeting TH Wed. 10/17 6 p.m. Browntail Moth Info Meeting FES Durham Thur. 10/11 6:30 p.m. Historic District Commission Eureka Center Thur. 10/11 6:30 p.m. Comprehensive Plan Committee TO Falmouth Thur. 10/11 5:30 p.m. […]
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Community Calendar: Oct. 10-20
Greater Portland Benefits Friday 10/12 Fire 5K, kids’ fun run, 5:30 p.m., ($5); adult 5K, 5:45 p.m., ($20/$25), Preble Street school along Back Cove Trail in Portland, register at runreg.com/st-brigid-school-fire-5k-and-kids-fun-run, benefits St. Brigid’s school. Saturday 10/13 McAuley Residence Walk/Run for Recovery, Mercy Hospital, 175 Fore River Parkway, registration 8 a.m., kids’ 1K walk/run 8:30 a.m., 5K adult fun […]
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Northern School Notebook: Oct. 11
Falmouth HS and YES earn Blue Ribbon award Falmouth High School and Yarmouth Elementary School were named National Blue Ribbon Schools in Maine by the U.S. Department of Education. Blue Ribbon Schools are chosen based on overall academic performance, according to a press release issued by the Maine Department of Education. “The coveted National Blue […]
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Mt. Ararat golf title ushers in October excitement
Mt. Ararat’s golf team shows off the Class A state championship trophy after finishing first Saturday in Vassalboro. Brunswick’s Nate Girardini breaks a tackle during the Dragons’ 55-28 win at Lawrence last weekend. The first hardware of the fall sports season was handed out last weekend in Vassalboro and there will be plenty more to […]
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Presumpscot community on alert as Portland schools discuss cost cuts
PORTLAND — School leaders have made it clear that the purpose behind a new Enrollment and Facility Study is to save money. That’s what concerns people who fear their local school could be closed or students could be redistricted. Supporters of Presumpscot Elementary School, in particular, are worried their school is one of the most vulnerable. […]
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New owners of Nina’s Variety in Falmouth plan to honor their Greek heritage
FALMOUTH — The new owners of the former Nina’s Variety hope it will continue to be a neighborhood spot where people come for good food and good company. Nina’s, at 125 Bucknam Road, is now owned by Nicholas and Jodie Sotiropoulos, a husband-and-wife team who plan a total renovation of the longtime convenience store. They hope […]
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