‘It’s really been beautiful,’ says resident Katie Moore, who got local students involved in the Gift of Chess club.
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Falmouth Police recovery coach program assists 140 people so far
The program, which has received a grant to continue, lines up resources for those who seek help for substance misuse.
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Police community liaison sought for tri-town partnership
Spurwink Behavioral Health and Education Services is seeking a police community liaison to work with police in Cumberland, Falmouth and Yarmouth to help residents access mental health and social services. The liaison will work in close partnership with police officers to assist residents in accessing resources and services. The tri-town partnership is part of an […]
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Falmouth, Cumberland plan Memorial Day events
Falmouth veterans and their families are invited to start their Memorial Day at 8:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post with coffee and pastries before the town’s annual parade and ceremony begin. The parade will start at 10 a.m. from the Legion at 65 Depot Road and end at Pine Grove Preserve at 34 Foreside […]
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Candidates run uncontested for Falmouth council, school board
Falmouth candidates for Town Council and the school board are uncontested on the June 13 ballot. Incumbent Councilor Peter LaFond and newcomer Bryce Hach, a teacher at North Yarmouth Academy who has been active in the community, are seeking the two available seats on the council. Councilor Ted Asherman is not seeking reelection. The three […]
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Arts Calendar: May 19-26
Comedy Friday 5/26 Talk Of The Town Comedy Show: 8 p.m., Maine House Of Comedy, 77 Free St., Portland. $20. eventbrite.com Ongoing The Char and Cher Drag Show: 8:30 p.m., first Wednesday, Flask Lounge, 117 Spring St., Portland. flasklounge.com Exhibits/Galleries Friday 5/19-Sunday 5/21 “Stories of our Foremothers”: Robin Brooks, opening reception 4-6 p.m. Friday; 10 […]
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Northern Meetings: May 18-25
Chebeague Island Thu. 5/18 7 p.m. Climate Action Team Zoom, School Thu. 5/25 5 p.m. Adjustments/Appeals Public Hearing Town Hall Cumberland Mon. 5/22 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Thu. 5/25 6 p.m. West Cumberland Roundabout Council Chambers Falmouth Mon. 5/22 7 p.m. Town Council Zoom, Council Chambers Tue. 5/23 6:30 p.m. Board of Zoning […]
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Letter: Political independents also can partake of ‘Kool-Aid’
In a May 1 forum, “Patriotism not limited to one party, so stop throwing stones,” John Facella accuses Susan Chichetto, (April 24 forum, “Patriotism is not loyalty to one person“) of projection: accusing others of one’s own flaws. But while saying “stop throwing stones,” Facella does precisely that – projects with carefully-edited “movement conservative” sound […]
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Letter: Maloney, Cyr deserve vote in North Yarmouth
I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Kit Maloney’s candidacy for the North Yarmouth Select Board. I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Maloney during my years of public service. Her experience in various leadership roles, coupled with her thoughtful and future-focused approach, make her an outstanding candidate. She has demonstrated a deep […]
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Letter: Vote Hohl and Lichter for SAD 51 board
I’ll be voting for Anneke Hohl and Megan Lichter for the SAD 51 School Board on June 13. From the moment I met Hohl, it was clear she has the talent and commitment to invest in our community. She’s an engaged community member, having spent time serving on the PTO, including as chairperson, and volunteering […]