Boston takes the lead 30 seconds into the game and rolls to a 6-3 win over Ottawa.
October 2018
Military Osprey aircraft land at Portland Jetport
The unique planes take off and land vertically, like a helicopter, but can fly horizontally, like an airplane.
Journalist describes how to tackle hard interviews as part of Colby’s Lovejoy award event
In the past, the Waterville college has offered discussions for students, but this year is extending its effort into the community.
Independent Welsh challenges incumbent Cooper in House District 47
YARMOUTH — Rep. Janice Cooper, D-Yarmouth, is facing a re-election challenge from first-time candidate Dennis Welsh, an independent trying to unseat Cooper in House District 47. The district includes Yarmouth, Chebeague Island and Long Island. Republican Richard Snow withdrew from the race in August. Cooper The past six years, Cooper said, have been “an honor and […]
Readfield man ‘struck with sadness’ as he fights to host musical events in new barn
Bob Bittar has been trying to rezone the property, but town officials say the use is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Portland preschool celebrates 40 years of children learning through play
PORTLAND — Forty years after it was founded, the mission at The Children’s Center remains the same: to create a foundation for lifelong learning by providing an environment where kids are encouraged to indulge their curiosity. The nonprofit center, on Stevens Avenue, has an enrollment of about 100 students and just hired a new executive director. […]
Topsham Comp Plan update sails toward 2019 decision
TOPSHAM — With a vote on the Comprehensive Plan update expected at Town Meeting next May, officials said public input so far has been good. The draft plan has been available at topshammaine.com/compplan for edits by residents, and the document has been vetted at several meetings, the latest at Topsham Public Library on Oct. 6. […]
RSU 1 nears fundraising goal for new Bath high school
BATH — The Regional School Unit 1 superintendent had to shout his good news over the sound of construction vehicles Oct. 3 at the site of the new Morse High School. “We’re at $555,000, roughly, of our $700,000 goal for fundraising, which will provide us with a lot of extras for this building,” Patrick Manuel […]
Falmouth to hold browntail moth discussion
FALMOUTH — The town, in conjunction with the Maine Forest Service, is sponsoring a public information session on browntail moth caterpillars at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, at Falmouth Elementary School. Presenters include Allison Kanoti from the Maine Forest Service, Marty Folsom, senior consulting arborist from Lucas Tree, and Town Manager Nathan Poore. Topics to be discussed […]
Falmouth gets food scrap grant
FALMOUTH — The Maine Department of Environmental Protection has awarded a grant to the town to create a pilot food scrap collection program. The goal of the project is to divert waste by expanding composting and recycling opportunities for residents. Falmouth plans to construct and operate three food scrap collection locations that will include educational kiosks. Additional […]