Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Thur. 5/20 4 p.m. Community Advisory Response Team Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Thur. 5/20 7 p.m. SAD 51 School Board Meet the Candidates Mon. 5/24 6 p.m. Town Council Workshop Wed. 5/26 7 p.m. Lands and Conservation Committee Climate Action Subcommittee Thur. 5/27 […]
2021
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Letter: Cahan has been a strong voice for Falmouth
During her first term on Falmouth’s Town Council, Hope Cahan brought a fresh perspective and years of expertise to issues facing Falmouth today. She proved that she is committed to balanced growth that preserves the unique character of our town. It’s not easy to find someone who can balance the two, but Hope does it […]
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From Augusta – Buy American, build Maine
While growing up in a blue-collar community with a strong union presence, “Made in America” was a label that was commonplace in most stores and on most products. Making a purchase with that label gave us a sense of pride in the fact that you were supporting a neighbor while getting what you paid for. […]
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Letter: Cahan strong proponent of low taxes, open talks
Hope Cahan is running for reelection to the Falmouth Town Council to continue working with us to plan Falmouth’s future and to protect our town’s environment, open space and unique character. During her three years on the council she has provided tax relief to seniors and initiated measures to reduce climate change. Hope has been […]
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Portland Meetings: May 19-26
Visit portlandmaine.gov for Zoom information. To watch municipal meetings online, go to townhallstreams.com/towns/portland_maine. Wed. 5/19 4 p.m. Public Art Committee Wed. 5/19 5 p.m. Historic Preservation Board Wed. 5/19 5:30 p.m. Sustainability and Transportation Committee Thur. 5/20 9 a.m. Emergency Shelter Assessment Committee Thur. 5/20 5 p.m. Finance Committee Thur. 5/20 6 p.m. Jetport Noise […]
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Letter: Elect David Craig to Yarmouth Town Council
I’m supporting David Craig for Town Council in Yarmouth because he has shown great leadership on issues important to me and other seniors. David has always been very supportive of our efforts to make Yarmouth a more age-friendly community. He was instrumental in bringing the STAY (Senior Tax Assistance Yarmouth) program to town and supported […]
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Letter: Falmouth is fortunate to have Kuhn serve as councilor
We have known Councilor Amy Kuhn since she moved with her family to Falmouth almost two decades ago. She is a principled and dedicated mother, friend, volunteer and citizen who has always contributed to her community in countless ways. Falmouth has been fortunate to have Councilor Kuhn tirelessly advocating for its citizens and for its […]
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Letter: Falmouth town staff go above and beyond
Hundreds of volunteers have come forth to raise money for and assist in home deliveries for the closed food pantry, reinvent the operation of the shuttered library and maintain and manage the much-utilized trails and open spaces. And special kudos to our town staff who, in spite of their own personal COVID challenges, have shown […]
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Letter: Hodgett will serve North Yarmouth well if elected
In the upcoming election for a select board position there is a lot at stake. Have you noticed all the changes in the Village Center in North Yarmouth? And this is only the beginning of what is to come if someone who wants to slow down the growth is not elected. Paul Hodgetts is your […]
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Forum: Future of recycling construction debris in Maine grim, needs closer look
With the introduction of LD 1639, “An Act To Protect the Health and Welfare of Maine Communities and Reduce Harmful Solid Waste,” the future of construction and demolition debris (CDD) recycling in Maine has been brought to the forefront, and that future is grim. To focus just on “out-of-state” CDD waste, as LD 1639 does, […]