YARMOUTH — The West Side Trail already connects neighborhoods, office parks and public beaches, but the town has an opportunity to win funding from Summit Natural Gas to expand the trail even farther. An online vote could help the West Side Trail Committee earn $4,000 to extend the multi-use trail toward the School Department campus, while interconnecting the […]
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Algae at Falmouth Town Landing not an issue (yet)
FALMOUTH — The appearance of several pockets of green algae at Town Landing is not too concerning – at least for now. But Ivy Frignoca, baykeeper for Friends of Casco Bay, said she hopes residents will help the organization keep an eye on the area and alert her if the algae continues to spread and becomes […]
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2 seats, 2 candidates for Falmouth School Board
FALMOUTH — There are two candidates for two seats on the School Board this June. The uncontested candidates are James Cahan, husband of Town Councilor Hope Cahan, and political newcomer Krisztina Napolitano. According to Town Manager Nathan Poore, “There is no state law, town ordinance or Charter provision that would prohibit a councilor’s spouse from serving […]
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Cumberland council election draws 4 candidates for 2 seats
CUMBERLAND — One incumbent and three newcomers are vying for two seats on the Town Council in the June 11 election. Councilor Peter Bingham is not seeking re-election and is instead running for the School Administrative District 51 Board of Directors. Councilor Michael Edes is seeking a third term against Robert Vail, Geoff Michalak and […]
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Cumberland County group gets grant to expand gleaning
YARMOUTH — Gleaning is an age-old practice that’s been gaining ground in recent years as food assistance programs seek to provide healthier, more nutritious options for their clients. The Cumberland County Food Security Council recently received a $25,000 grant to help expand its gleaning program, which provides access to fresh fruits and vegetables to about […]
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Falmouth library sells apple tree saplings
FALMOUTH — Apple tree saplings are available for $50 each from Falmouth Memorial Library. The saplings were grafted from the historic apple tree on the Lunt Road side of the library property. The tree produces baking apples of an unknown variety; two years ago John Bunker from Maine Heritage Orchard visited, but was unable to […]
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Falmouth seeks Citizen of the Year nominations
FALMOUTH — The town is seeking nominations for its annual Citizen of the Year Award. The deadline is May 20. The award acknowledges exceptional community service and positive examples of citizenship. Nominees will be judged on their contributions to community welfare, civic achievement, volunteerism and conscientious service to the town. Nominations, which should be no […]
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Yarmouth Public Works to hold open house
YARMOUTH — The Public Works Department will hold its annual open house from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at the public works garage, 56 North Road. The event includes food, games, antique trucks, door prizes and more. Go online to www.yarmouth.me.us or call 846-2401 for more information.
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Fund changes leave BIW union leaders uncertain about retirement
BATH — Members of Bath Iron Works’ largest union are unsure whether they can still retire after 30 years, after a letter outlining changes to the pension fund triggered confusion. Jay Wadleigh, business representative for District 4 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, confirmed last week that a letter was sent to […]
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Falmouth planners give councilors ‘discretion’ on zoning fix
FALMOUTH — The Planning Board showed a preference Tuesday for a complete rollback of dimensional standards to pre-2016 requirements in the Residential A zone. But the board also recommended the Town Council consider a proposal by the Long Range Planning Advisory Committee to increase lot sizes in RA, while keeping some of the changes allowed by […]