One hiker fell at least 250 feet down a mountainside in Virginia. Both are hospitalized.
2021
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Falmouth reevaluation project underway
FALMOUTH — Real estate reevaluations are now underway in the northwest corner of Falmouth, near the border of Cumberland and Windham. The project, which began in late January, will update property values in town, according to a prepared release. Data collectors from Vision Government Solutions have begun visiting Falmouth properties to conduct exterior evaluations. Interior […]
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Falmouth cell users asked to weigh in on service
FALMOUTH — The town is conducting a survey to identify why people may be having issues with local cellular phone service. The town is working with Cell Coverage Mapping, a data survey company that identifies wireless cell phone service issues and helps facilitate solutions, such as building more cell towers in the most optimal locations. […]
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Biden creates 2-week window for only the smallest businesses to apply for pandemic relief
Biden’s team is also carving out $1 billion to direct toward sole proprietors, such as home contractors and beauticians, the majority of which are owned by women and people of color.
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Credit vs. debit: the benefits and details of both
Most of us assume there are big differences between debit and credit cards, but we may not know when to use each and why. We’ve compiled a list of the most important credit vs. debit details, and how to maximize their use for your gain.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Grammy-winning duo Daft Punk break up after 28 years
They are best known for hits ‘Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger,’ ‘One More Time’ and ‘Around the World.’
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Cheverus City Cup titles highlight busy sports week- Portland edition
Basketball and hockey teams near midway point of abbreviated season.
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Northern Meetings: Feb. 25-March 4
Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Sat. 2/27 9 a.m. Board of Selectmen Wed. 3/3 6 p.m. Board of Selectmen Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Thur. 2/25 6 p.m. Board of Assessment Review Mon. 3/1 5:30 p.m. Town Council Workshop Wed. 3/3 6:30 p.m. Forestry Committee Wed. 3/3 7:30 p.m. […]
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From the Garden: How to protect or heal trees damaged by snow
The deadly winter storms that have wreaked havoc in large swaths of the country recently can also damage trees and shrubs. Snow can of course enhance the look of yards and gardens, visually knitting together the plants, fences, even lawn furniture in a sea of white. But it also can bring down branches. Or worse, […]
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Portland police hire new mental health crisis responder, media liaison
The city said Monday that it added the positions in the police department and backfilled a vacancy for a third role, addressing substance use and overdose deaths.