In the last few years at SAD 51 we’ve watched the number of portable classrooms increase, our playgrounds reconfigure and our field space decrease. Every last inch of Mabel I. Wilson is used to creatively provide needed classrooms, all indicating the need for additional learning space. The five-year journey to determine the best alternative to […]
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Letter: State rep endorses Abbott for Yarmouth council
I wholeheartedly endorse Heather Abbott for reelection to the Yarmouth Town Council on June 11. Heather’s unwavering commitment and inclusive approach have significantly contributed to our community’s progress on important issues like affordable housing and passing a Climate Action Plan. I especially appreciate Heather’s support on an issue that is near to my heart, restoring […]
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Letter: Fleming, Hall and Olivares good team for Yarmouth schools
I am writing to express my support for Anne Fleming, Kellie Hall and Sarah Olivares for the Yarmouth School Committee. Fleming has six years of prior experience on the committee, including three years as chair, and has shown outstanding collaborative leadership skills, particularly during the difficult COVID years. Hall and Olivares will bring their experience […]
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Letter: SAD 51 board asks for ‘yes’ vote to improve schools
We, the SAD 51 School Board, invite you to join us in voting “yes” on the $53.5 million referendum for crucial educational improvements. Our schools are overcrowded, with 530 students in temporary classrooms – a number expected to double in 10 years. Our current infrastructure cannot accommodate this growth. After voters rejected the 2022 building […]
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Letter: Zamer and Cronan a powerful combination for Falmouth School Board
As former Falmouth School Board members, we write in support of Leslie Zamer and Bridget Cronan for the upcoming school board election. We know firsthand the value of teamwork, collaboration and mutual trust that facilitates a high-functioning board. We are impressed by Zamer’s and Cronan’s complementary skill sets. We’re also heartened to hear that they […]
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Community Calendar: May 31-June 7
Bulletin Board Friday 5/31 LGBTQ+ Teen Movie Night and Caregivers’ Social: Presented by OUT Maine, 6-8 p.m., Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. thomasmemoriallibrary.org “ReFashion Show”: Sustainable fashion show hosted by FreeportCAN, Kargos, Restyle and Freeport Community Services, 7 p.m., Meetinghouse Arts, 40 Main St. $15 advance, $20 at door. bit.ly/ReFashionShow Saturday […]
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Arts Calendar: May 24-31
Comedy Friday 5/24 Colin Armstrong; Keegan Tindall: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $25. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Sunday 5/26 Hari Kondabolu: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $30. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Thursday 5/30 Nic Dundas; Quinton Jones: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $15. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Friday 5/31 […]
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Community Calendar: May 24-31
Bulletin Board Monday 5/27 Deering Center Memorial Day Procession: 2 p.m., Stevens Avenue, Deering Center, Portland. portlandmaine.com Saturday 5/25 Yellow Tulip Project’s Hope Day: 12:30 to 2 p.m., Congress Square Park, Portland. Speeches, art, food and more. theyellowtulipproject.org Friday 5/31 LGBTQ+ Teen Movie Night and Caregivers’ Social: Presented by OUT Maine, 6-8 p.m., Thomas Memorial […]
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People and Business: May 22
Hires, promotions, appointments Hospice of Southern Maine added Cecilia Caldwell, Susan Hall Dreher and Kimberly Giamportone to its Board of Directors. Caldwell is a physician formerly practicing obstetrics and gynecology. Dreher has 42 years of experience in human services administration, education, health care and social services. Caldwell is a physician formerly practicing obstetrics and gynecology. […]
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Four in Cumberland, two in North Yarmouth vie for three seats on SAD 51 board
Jeffrey DiBartolomeo, Jesse Lamarre-Vincent, Abraham Suresh and Sean Thurston are competing for the two three-year seats for Cumberland. Suzannah Dowling and Sara Rose are squaring off for the open three-year school board seat representing North Yarmouth.