North Yarmouth will host non-profit waste management company ecomaine’s annual ecofest, a celebration of sustainability, on Earth Day, April 22. Exhibitors and vendors will provide resources on waste reduction, recycling and composting. “One additional element we’re excited for this year is a model of a store where visitors can learn about the power of consumer […]
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Cumberland, Yarmouth and Falmouth news from The Forecaster.
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Northern Meetings: April 6-13
Chebeague Island Mon. 4/10 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Town Hall Tue. 4/11 6 p.m. Select Board School Budget Workshop Town Hall Cumberland Mon. 4/10 5 p.m. Town Council Budget Workshop Town Hall Mon. 4/10 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Wed. 4/12 6 p.m. Town Council/Select/School Boards Greely High School Falmouth Thu. 4/6 Noon Recycling/Energy […]
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People and Business: April 5
Hires, promotions, appointments Michael Jackson has ben promoted to the new position of senior vice president and chief innovation officer at Town and Country Federal Credit Union. He joined the credit union in 2008 and has served as director of strategic initiatives and worked in e-commerce, project management, strategy and innovation. Paul Musgrove has been […]
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School Notebook: April 5
Library association honors Portland principal Portland High School Principal Sheila Jepson has been named the Maine Association of School Libraries’ 2023 School Administrator of the Year. Jepson received the award at a surprise ceremony March 22 and received a donation for the school’s library media program. “We celebrate Principal Jepson’s commitment to having a robust […]
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Cumberland restaurant, a community hub, closing on winning note
When Louie’s Grille, a popular gathering place that played a big role for Greely schools’ sports teams, closes next week, the community will suffer “a huge loss,” the president of the Greely Football Boosters says.
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Piping plover book for kids encourages harmony with nature
A Greely High School teacher and a Cape Elizabeth illustrator collaborate to inspire the next generation of environment protectors.
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Cumberland Historical Society to host local scavenger hunt next month
Cumberland Historical Society will sponsor a local history scavenger hunt from 6:30-9:30 p.m. May 19 with proceeds benefiting its Greely High School Scholarship Fund. Teams who want to participate can request a registration form at [email protected]. Tickets are $15.
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Falmouth kicks off comp plan update with informational meeting
The town of Falmouth will hold a kickoff meeting for its Comprehensive Plan updating project at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at the Falmouth Elementary School cafeteria. Residents are encouraged to attend to hear about the planning process and to provide feedback. The Comprehensive Plan guides future growth and policy decisions for the town. The […]
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Yarmouth bakery closes for move to New Gloucester
The Maples bakery and cafe on Route 1 in Yarmouth closed its doors last week and is relocating to 1055 Lewiston Road in New Gloucester. Owner Robin Ray had wanted to keep the Yarmouth location open in addition to starting a new shop in New Gloucester, but opted to shut down in Yarmouth after realizing […]
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‘From Africa to Maine’ series to focus on the asylum seeker’s experience
Discussions starting next week are designed to foster understanding about New Mainers’ history, experiences and challenges.