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Sydney is a reporter for The Northern Forecaster. She grew up in Kennebunk and is a graduate of Emerson College. Sydney can usually be found at a coffee shop, concert, or hiking trail when not reporting. Past journalism experience includes The York County Coast Star and The Berkeley Beacon.

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  • Published
    December 5, 2023

    Volunteers light up holidays for Cumberland couple

    George and Carolyn Small are known for their festive light display each season, but this year, they were unable to decorate on their own. So their friends brought the Christmas spirit to them.

  • Published
    November 28, 2023

    Lower building height will preserve Falmouth’s character, supporters say

    The town manager says it remains to be seen if the new 45-foot height limit, overwhelmingly approved by voters this month, will have an impact on the town’s growth.

  • Published
    November 28, 2023

    Falmouth meeting on flavored tobacco sales ban draws supporters

    Retail representatives, however, said such bans are ineffective and hurt local businesses that already prohibit the sale of the products to anyone under age 21.

  • Published
    November 27, 2023

    Volunteers needed for Ugly Sweater 5K

    Volunteers are needed for the Saturday, Dec. 3, Ugly Sweater 5K and Merry Mile to benefit Falmouth Memorial Library. The event is a part of this year’s Very Merry Falmouth celebration. The town needs 38 race volunteers stationed along the race route to direct runners and maintain a safe course. Volunteers will be needed from […]

  • Published
    November 20, 2023

    Cumberland church hosts another Recycle Saturday

    Tuttle Road Community Church in Cumberland will host a Recycle Saturday event from 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 2. The church is looking for items such as sneakers and used paper face masks for recycling, used lamps to be donated to Furniture Friends, and winter coats and apparel for all ages. The church is located at […]

  • Published
    November 20, 2023

    Ecomaine seeking Eco-Excellence Award nominees

    Ecomaine is accepting nominations for its 2024 Eco-Excellence Awards to honor recycling, sustainability and waste diversion advocates in Maine who are creating more sustainable models of living in their communities. Nominations are open Jan. 17.  Nominees can be businesses, schools, nonprofits, municipalities or staff, or individuals. Award recipients will be selected based on the effectiveness, […]

  • Published
    November 20, 2023

    New shop with ‘cool Yarmouth stuff’ also plans to give back

    Town Pride, which sells customized apparel, opened last weekend and raised money for local food insecurity at the same time.

  • Published
    November 20, 2023

    Yarmouth adds assistant town manager position to its staff

    The Town Council approves the appointment of Economic Development Director Scott LaFlamme to also serve as assistant manager, and it OKs funding for new and upgraded vehicle charging stations on Main Street.

  • Published
    November 20, 2023

    Area shelters see surge in stray and surrendered cats

    Rising costs, the housing shortage and climate change are among the reasons for the increase, shelters say.

  • Published
    November 14, 2023

    Falmouth preparing to get Very Merry with three days of festivities

    The annual Very Merry Falmouth takes place this Nov. 30 through Dec. 2, starting with the Community Tree Lighting at Village Park.