The Forecaster

The Town Council and an advisory committee will explore ways of encouraging the construction of affordable housing once the Housing Diversity Study is completed.

Costco representatives address an earlier issue the town had about protecting nearby wetlands.

After two years without the ability to gather in celebration, the festival's organizers want to give people what they've missed.

SAD 51 is facing an ed tech shortage ahead of summer hiring, Yarmouth saw double the usual number of resignations and retirements during the 2021-2022 school year and Falmouth has more than 20 vacancies.

The owner of a $400,000 home will pay $344 more in property taxes under the new budget.

A housing study recommends the city allow duplexes to be built in single-family districts, encourage accessory dwellings, increase residential density and speed up the permit approval process for developers.

Friends of Phoever Maine's Truc Huynh, who died at age 40 June 18, say he was a selfless hard worker who was dedicated to helping others.

The town plans for the sale of the West Main Street School building to come with preservation guarantees.

The town is hosting nine public sessions in July and August to come up with a vision statement that will be the basis for a new 10-year comprehensive plan.

The two Democrats handily beat their Republican opponents in a four-way race for two seats.

Former budget committee member Darla Hamlin won the second open seat over Peter Godsoe.