Cape Elizabeth’s Brooke Harvey (12) and Megan Connelly try to block a shot during the Capers’ 3-2 loss to Yarmouth in the Class B state final. Cape Elizabeth’s Karli Chapin soars over the crowd to head the ball during the top-ranked Capers’ 2-1 win over two-time defending state champion Yarmouth in Monday’s Class B South […]
October 2018
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
U.S. workers see fastest wage increase in a decade
As the labor market tightens, companies are having to compete harder for employees.
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Posted inForecaster Sports, The Forecaster
Scarborough boys win another cross country state title
Scarborough’s boys’ cross country team shows off its hardware after winning another Class A state title last weekend. From left, Will Ducott, Erik LoSacco, Anthony Gatti, Zach Berry, Harrison Osborne, Tristram Coffin, Connor Coffin, Jonathan Hayes, Sam Curtis, Brandon L’ Heureux and Coach James Harmon. Cape Elizabeth’s Lila Gaudrault races to victory in the Class […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Wex posts big numbers in 3rd quarter
The South Portland payment technology firm continues this year’s rapid growth.
Posted inElection 2018, Elections, Maine, Politics
New poll shows Mills 8 points ahead of Moody with race for governor heading into the homestretch
The survey by Emerson College also suggests a dead heat in Maine’s 2nd District contest between Rep. Bruce Poliquin and Jared Golden.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Scarborough fund aims to grow student career connections
SCARBOROUGH — The School Department is aiming to expand its support of career exploration and experiential learning for students through a new designated fund. In partnership with the Scarborough Education Foundation, the Scarborough Economic Development Corp. and the Scarborough Community Chamber of Commerce, the district has launched a Career Pathways Fund to support programs that will strengthen […]
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World, News
In Canada, it is legal to be a witch but not to pretend to be one
Convictions are extremely rare and a bill is working its way through Parliament to eliminate the law.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Brunswick homeless shelter plan remains on hold while town weighs new rules
BRUNSWICK — Nearly a month after the town extended a moratorium on homeless shelters, officials took a step toward finalizing new zoning laws that will allow shelters to operate legally. The Town Council and Planning Board held a workshop Oct. 25 to discuss recommendations from the Shelter Task Force for the zoning ordinance presented on […]
Posted inMaine
Free dental services available Friday in Portland
The University of New England will provide free dental care to people without insurance who can’t afford treatment.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Right-turn-only restaurant exit satisfies South Portland planners
SOUTH PORTLAND — There’s already takeout. There’s already delivery. Now there will be a drive-through option for Chinese food in the city when China Express fills vacant commercial space at 1122 Broadway. The application received Planning Board approval Oct. 10, although members expressed concerns about increased traffic at the intersection of Broadway and Evans Street. The applicant, […]