Northern Forecaster - Portland Press Herald

Freeport talk spotlights tragedy of Malaga Island evictions

by Alex Lear January 20, 2020January 24, 2020

Kate McBrien, a Union historian, has been researching the 1911-12 relocation of the island’s population for nearly 20 years.

Northern Forecaster

Questions continue to dog Falmouth’s information-sharing procedures

by Kate Irish Collins January 16, 2020January 14, 2020

Council watchdog says town’s response to freedom of access requests is lacking.

Coastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster

Freeport postpones decision on 144-unit housing project

by Alex Lear January 15, 2020January 16, 2020

The Beacon Residences could be built on two lots off Desert Road.

Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster

North Yarmouth Select Board election draws 2 for 1 vacant post

by Alex Lear January 15, 2020January 21, 2020

Former selectman Paul Napolitano is running against Austin Harrell.

Northern Forecaster

Falmouth Police tap Operation Phoenix to help residents rise above addiction

by Kate Irish Collins January 14, 2020

The community-based program aims to provide a helping hand with no judgment.

Coastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster, Times Record

Brunswick fishermen group receives grant to boost mental health awareness, well-being

by Alex Lear January 14, 2020January 20, 2020

BRUNSWICK — Through a $5,000 grant from the Fisher Charitable Trust, the Brunswick-based Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association aims to start spreading mental health awareness and advocating well-being for those who’ve invested their lives in the industry. Monique Coombs, director of marine programs with the nonprofit Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association, said the 100-plus-member organization will likely […]