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.
Northern Forecaster
Cumberland, Yarmouth and Falmouth news from The Forecaster.
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.
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.
Yarmouth approves vision statement to guide planning
The statement will be a foundation for the town’s new 10-year comprehensive plan.
Yarmouth joins initiative to keep textiles out of landfills
Clothing and shoe recycling drop boxes are becoming more available in the state.
SAD 51 to discuss moving forward after failed school vote
Short-term solutions to overcrowding in Cumberland-North Yarmouth schools will be the immediate focus, the superintendent says.
Memorial basketball courts a community effort, grateful Falmouth family says
The family of Ryan Rogers, who died in April 2021, dedicate a renewed basketball court at Huston School Park to his legacy.
Yarmouth fourth-graders going to bat for the birds
The Yarmouth Elementary School students are working with BirdSafe Maine to find prevent bird strikes against school windows.
Performance honors two young Freeport lives lost
Freeport Meetinghouse Arts will perform ‘Our Town’ this weekend, dedicated to Theo Ferrara and Maddison Cunningham with the hope the story will help heal the grieving community.
Rescuer of senior dogs gives ‘everything I can’
Laurie Dorr of the Finally Home shelter in North Yarmouth will hold a Pack Party this weekend to raise funds to help care for the old dogs she has taken in.