Mark Franco, Tanner Storey, Denise Thorsson, Geoffrey Michalak, Helene DiBartolomeo, Andrew Magoun and George Turner are running for three seats on the Town Council.
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Letter: Reelect Abbott, a proven leader for Yarmouth
As a Yarmouth resident deeply interested in how our community prepares for a vibrant and healthy future, I will be voting to reelect Heather Abbott for Yarmouth Town Council. Heather is a proven leader with a clear vision for moving us forward. Heather actively creates space for all voices to be heard. Her push to […]
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Letter: Kline is informed and excellent choice for Falmouth School Board
I’ve watched and listened to Bob Kline come to a dozen committee meetings in Falmouth over the last year and present informed, analytical, proactive comments and concerns in an amiable, compelling way. From interacting with him as he prepared his candidacy for school board, I found him receptive to feedback; well advised in his outreach, […]
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Letter: Zamer a thoughtful and gracious Falmouth School Board Candidate
I write in support of Leslie Zamer for Falmouth School Board. I have been fortunate to observe Zamer’s work ethic, critical thinking skills and teamwork during our service on the Falmouth Youth Soccer Association board. I admire her thoughtful approach to challenges, the perspective she brings to issues and the graciousness she exhibits even when […]
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Letter: Three candidates will preserve character in Falmouth
In November 2023, Falmouth citizens repudiated resoundingly the Town Council’s “Urban Vision” by voting to restrict building heights within the Route 1 Village Center. In June 2024, Falmouth citizens can register additional disapproval of Town Council’s “Growth Agenda” which threatens the very character of our community. Candidates Uminski, Burke and Morton will preserve Falmouth’s values […]
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Letter: Proposed SAD 51 turf field burdens wallets as well as our health
The $3 million synthetic field is too costly. The NFL medical director noted in 2023 that it’s not only player injuries but chemical exposure. Proponents asserted no PFAS but Synthetic Turf Council President Melanie Taylor in 2023 stated the industry needs until 2026 “to develop viable alternatives.” Proponents claimed fake turf lasts 15-20 years, but […]
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Northern Meetings: May 30-June 6
Chebeague Island Thu. 5/30 5:30 p.m. Board of Adjustments/Appeals Zoom, Town Hall Tue. 6/4 6 p.m. School Committee Island School Wed. 6/5 5 p.m. Transfer Station Workshop Town Hall Wed. 6/5 6 p.m. Select Board Town Hall Cumberland Mon. 6/3 6 p.m. Town Council Farewell Town Hall Falmouth Tue. 6/4 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, […]
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Letter: Sara Rose a qualified and genuine choice for SAD 51
Many reading this will not know me. Many will, however, know Sara Rose. My wife Cassie and I have known Rose for years. A person of unquestionable integrity, her lengthy career in child care has been dedicated to the development of children and to helping parents prepare our kids for life. Rose understands the sacred […]
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Letter: Thorsson a standout among Cumberland council candidates
We are writing to endorse Denise Thorsson as an at-large candidate for the Cumberland Town Council. We did not know Thorsson prior to attending the Candidates Night. We were impressed by her knowledge of the town issues. Among the candidates, she stood out as someone who is involved in Cumberland in many positive ways, as […]
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Letter: Candidate’s involvement with Yarmouth Education Advocates is troubling
Chris Stetson is running for Yarmouth School Committee with signs stating “Education Focus.” What the signs don’t say is that he is part of a group whose rhetoric and aims align with the far-right movement to limit acceptance of LGBTQ+ diversity in schools. According to their flyer, Yarmouth Education Advocates aims to “uphold parental rights […]