The board says it will need to see the result of a traffic review for the Route 1 project.
Sydney Richelieu
Staff Writer
Sydney is a community reporter for Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel and previously reporter for the Courier and Post. Sydney grew up in Kennebunk and is a graduate of Emerson College. She 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.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
North Yarmouth’s Old Town House gets a new mouse
Dixie Hayes of the North Yarmouth Historical Society authors a children’s book about the Old Town House that she hopes will appeal to young readers and adults alike.
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Pine Grove project leaves some residents wondering where forest went
A forestry management plan to remove dead and dying trees has made the popular Falmouth preserve safer for all, the town says.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Trail vs. rail: Mixed response at Casco Bay Rail Trail hearing
Residents speak for and against a proposed recreation trail connecting Portland and Auburn using the unused St. Lawrence and Atlantic Rail corridor.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Portland man takes helm at Maine Cancer Foundation
Ray Ruby hopes to increase the scope of the organization’s fundraisers, which include Tri for a Cure and Mary’s Walk.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Yarmouth approves vision statement to guide planning
The statement will be a foundation for the town’s new 10-year comprehensive plan.
Posted inThe Forecaster
SAD 51 board begins work on overcrowding
The Cumberland-North Yarmouth School Board is working on a short-term plan to address school overcrowding following the failed referendum for a new primary school, members said at a meeting last week. The budget for portable classrooms is now being reworked, according to SAD 51 board member Vanessa Bryant. In addition, the facilities department is looking […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Food pantries serve those in need this Thanksgiving
Food pantries in Cumberland, Falmouth, and Yarmouth offered food boxes to those in need this week.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Very Merry Falmouth starts Dec. 1
Very Merry Falmouth begins next week with the 36th annual Falmouth Community Tree Lighting at Village Park at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1. On Friday, Dec. 2, the traditional Merry Mix and Mingle with music, cookies and hot chocolate and children’s activities and a photo booth, will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the American […]
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Yarmouth joins initiative to keep textiles out of landfills
Clothing and shoe recycling drop boxes are becoming more available in the state.