Chebeague Island restoration effort improves shore for people and plovers
The Chebeague and Cumberland Land Trust is celebrating the completion of a project at Indian Point that improved human access to the beach and nesting habitat for plovers.
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Obituary: Madeline May Worrey
CUMBERLAND – Madeline May Worrey passed away on June 18, 2026 after a long illness. She was 82.
Born in Portland, the …
This honor-system farm store in Cumberland couldn’t work just anywhere | Column
At all times of day and night, customers can shop for grass-fed beef, eggs and snacks — and they’d like to keep it that way.
Falmouth pet bird goes missing, rescued by gardener next town over
Social media users helped connect the escaped cockatiel with its owners, who had been desperately searching for him.
Falmouth finishes No. 1 in final Varsity Maine boys lacrosse poll
Navigators took over top spot a few weeks ago, then went out and proved it.
Brand new No. 1 in final Varsity Maine girls lacrosse poll of 2026
Thornton is ranked No. 1 for the first time this season.
Greely girls lacrosse uses strong second half to win Class B title
Freshman Makenna Seaver notches four goals and the Rangers win their 4th state crown since 2022.
Here’s what to know about each Maine girls lacrosse state title game
Varsity Maine reporters share the most important info about the championship matchups.
Marshwood boys lacrosse edges Greely, heads to Class B final
Despite late issues with penalties, the Hawks hang on for a win over the top-seeded Rangers.
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This Maine scientist explores the wonders of microbes — and puts them to work
Anne Madden, who grew up in Falmouth, runs a microbial discovery nonprofit and collaborates with Northeastern’s Roux Institute.
Cumberland County prosecutors drop charge against Yarmouth doctor
Peter O’Donnell, 69, pleaded guilty Monday to one count of engaging a prostitute, a Class E charge, under a deferred disposition agreement.
Animal rescues convene for their causes in North Yarmouth
Nine rescues set up booths on Saturday at Well & Good Brewing Co. to show off their hard work saving all kinds of animals.
Obituary: Barbara Bean Gorman Schleicher
NORTH YARMOUTH – Barbara Bean Gorman Schleicher, 63, passed away on June 10, 2026. Her passing came far too soon and …
In Yarmouth, these seniors keep croquet rolling
Twice a week throughout the summer, members of the Casco Bay Croquet Club take up their mallets for the competitive game of strategy.
Obituary: Mary Virginia Keegan
YARMOUTH – Mary Virginia Keegan, known to everyone as “Ginny”, passed away on June 9, 2026. She was born on Feb. …
Falmouth boys lacrosse surges past Yarmouth in Class A final
The top-ranked Navigators dominate the second half, winning their second state championship in three years.
North Yarmouth Academy softball clubs its way to Class D title
The Panthers secure their third state championship since the program’s revival in 2021.
North Yarmouth Academy boys lacrosse repeats as Class C champion
The Panthers pull away with a big first half and beat Maranacook/Winthrop to earn a second straight titles.
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