Change can be tasteful To the editor, The front-page photo “Ville rouge” on the Feb. 10 edition of the Kennebunk Post made me cringe. I absolutely hate that light-up sign “LOVE KPT” mounted on the back deck of The Boat House Waterfront Hotel and Restaurant. Visitors passing through may think it was there for the […]
March 2023
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Our Sustainable City – The rise of the e-bike
“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” – John F. Kennedy I have the most intimate memories of soaring down a neighborhood hill on my blue, childhood bike. I was a fearless kid who took frequent, unplanned trips to the emergency room, and although I had a deep love for that bike, […]
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Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Community News – Kiwanis meeting features A Family for ME recruiter
The Scarborough Kiwanis Club announced that its lunchtime speaker for Friday, March 10, will be Stephanie Eklund, recruiter specialist for A Family for ME. A Family for ME works to raise awareness of the need for foster and adoptive families for Maine children. Scarborough Kiwanis meetings are free and open to the public. Meetings are […]
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
From Augusta – It’s time to say no to sexual violence
It’s been 21 years since the Boston Globe alerted the nation to the extent of sexual abuse within the Roman Catholic Church in Boston. That article was only the beginning of the revelations about the Catholic Church globally. Unfortunately, the Catholic Church is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to child sexual […]
Posted inForecaster Opinion, The Forecaster
RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: School budget development underway with opportunities for input
We have much to celebrate as a school community. The schools in RSU 5 have a culture of kindness and respect for individual differences. Our students continue to have high academic performance which supports the achievement of their postsecondary goals. Students in the visual arts receive many awards and accolades for their outstanding accomplishments. Musicians […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
People and Business: March 8
Hires, promotions, appointments Stevan Stromsky was hired as senior vice president and community banking development officer for Northeast Bank in Portland. Laurie Halls was hired by Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty at the Brunswick location. Aaron Rouse joins RE/MAX Shoreline at their Maine and New Hampshire offices. Laura Pfeiffenberger has been appointed president of Maine Cancer […]
Posted inBusiness, Food
The Wrap: Soon-to-open Papi wins at Spirit Quest, Mexican cuisine coming to West End
Also, Thirsty Pig showcases Maine’s seven newest breweries, and professional summits explore the worlds of seafood and craft beer.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Southern Meetings: March 10-17
Cape Elizabeth Mon. 3/13 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Tue. 3/14 6:30 p.m. School Board Town Hall Wed. 3/15 6:30 p.m. School Building Advisory Committee Town Hall Thu. 3/16 6 p.m. Fort Williams Park Committee Community Center Thu. 3/16 7 p.m. Energy Committee Town Hall Scarborough Mon. 3/13 6 p.m. Conservation Commission Zoom, Town […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Coastal Journal Meetings: March 10-17
Bath Wed. 3/15 2 p.m. Community Development Committee City Hall Wed. 3/15 4 p.m. Bicycle/Pedestrian Committee City Hall Brunswick Mon. 3/13 5:30 p.m. Brunswick/Topsham Water District River Road, Topsham Mon. 3/13 6 p.m. Housing Committee Zoom, Council Chambers Tue. 3/14 7 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, Council Chambers Wed. 3/15 10 a.m. Staff Review Committee Zoom, […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Northern Meetings: March 9-16
Chebeague Island Wed. 3/15 6 p.m. Select Board Town Hall Cumberland Mon. 3/13 6 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Wed. 3/15 5:30 p.m. Prince Memorial Library Advisory Board Library Falmouth Mon. 3/13 7 p.m. Town Council Zoom Freeport Thu. 3/9 6:30 p.m. Shellfish Committee Town Hall Mon. 3/13 6:30 p.m. Winslow Park Commission Council Chambers […]