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Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster

Through My Lens: Immigrants can find joy in American holiday season

by Abdi Iftin

As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on my experiences with it during my past decade in Maine. The internal conflict of whether to fully embrace December festivities, especially Christmas, or maintain a certain distance as some in my immigrant community do, remains an ongoing theme. Despite this struggle, I’ve discovered aspects of […]

Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster

Mainewhile: The oldest state needs more senior living options

by Heather D. Martin

Maine is not an easy place to grow old, which is weird. After all, we continue to be the oldest state in the nation by population. You’d think it would be Florida or Nevada – but nope. It’s us. You’d think, therefore, that we would have a plethora of elder care options, ways to make the […]

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Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster

Portland Meetings: Dec. 6-13

Wed.  12/6  5 p.m.  Historic Preservation  Zoom, City Hall Wed.  12/6  6 p.m.  Parks Commission  Zoom Thu.  12/7  6 p.m.  Zoning Board of Appeals  Zoom Mon.  12/11  3 p.m.  Fish Pier Authority  Zoom Tue.  12/12  4 p.m.  Legislative/Nominating  Zoom Tue.  12/12  4:30 p.m.  Planning Board  Zoom, City Hall Wed.  12/13  5 p.m.  Rent Board  Zoom […]

Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster

Coastal Journal Meetings: Dec. 8-15

Bath Mon.  12/11  5:30 p.m.  Community Forestry Committee  Parks/Rec Brunswick Mon.  12/11  5:30 p.m.  Water District Trustees  Water District Tue.  12/12  4:30 p.m.  Teen Center Advisory  People Plus Tue.  12/12  6 p.m.  Planning Board  Zoom, Town Hall Wed.  12/13  10 a.m.  Staff Review Committee  Zoom, Town Hall Wed.  12/13  7 p.m.  School Board  Zoom, Town […]

Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster

Southern Meetings: Dec. 8-15

Cape Elizabeth Fri.  12/8  Noon  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion  T.M. Library Sat.  12/9  11:30 a.m.  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion  T.M. Library Mon.  12/11  7 p.m.  Town Council  Town Hall Mon.  12/11  7:30 p.m.  School Board Caucus  CEHS Tue.  12/12  6:30 p.m.  School Board  Town Hall Tue.  12/12  7 p.m.  Conservation Committee  Town Hall Wed.  12/13  4:15 p.m.  […]

Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster

Northern Meetings: Dec. 7-14

Chebeague Island Mon.  12/11  6:30 p.m.  Planning Board  Town Hall Cumberland Mon.  12/11  7 p.m.  Town Council  Town Hall Falmouth Thu.  12/7  5:30 p.m.  Assessment Review Hearing  Town Hall Mon.  12/11  7 p.m.  Town Council  Zoom, Town Hall Freeport Thu.  12/7  5 p.m.  Tree Task Force  Town Hall Mon.  12/11  6:30 p.m.  Sustainability Advisory  Town […]

Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster

Letter: Yard South proposal out of line with vision for South Portland

South Portland’s vision has always been to preserve open spaces, encourage development of affordable housing, and protect the working waterfront. We recognize the need to encourage young working adults to reside here and provide essential services. Yard South runs counter to this vision. Developers have purchased 30 acres in the Shipyard District adjacent to 13 […]

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