The new ordinance, called Chapter 20, aims to protect citizens and natural areas by banning synthetic infill material, which contain microplastics and concentrations of PFAS, in new artificial turf installations.
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Falmouth native and Paralympian honored at State House
“I have always been such a proud Mainer, and to be recognized with such a distinct honor was indescribable,” said cyclist Clara Brown, who won bronze at the Paris Paralympics.
Portland food pantry opens in new location, sees fewer clients
After facing temporary closure due to construction at its location in Woodfords Corner, Project FEED is operating from 640 Brighton Ave.
Portland philosophy professor compiles 18 years of pop culture analysis
Based on a philosophy blog that he has been running for 18 years, USM philosophy professor Jason Read’s new book “Unemployed Negativity” contemplates popular culture and what it says about us all.
Portland: It’s almost February, title time nears
The regular season is rapidly winding down and the best is yet to come.
Cheverus boys solve Windham thanks to fourth quarter flurry
Stags ride three clutch 3s from super-sub Aaron Goodman to a 66-51 win over reigning state champions.
Cheverus girls fight through adversity to down Windham again
Stags pull away in fourth quarter to earn key road victory, 52-39.
Cumberland-North Yarmouth district schools reach new teacher contract
After a year of negotiations, the finalized contract increases salaries and significantly restructures the pay scale.
Northern Meetings: Jan. 23-30
Chebeague Island Fri. 1/24 2 p.m. Finance Committee Zoom Mon. 1/27 5 p.m. Broadband Meeting Zoom Mon. 1/27 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Town Hall Cumberland Thu. 1/23 6 p.m. Comp. Plan Committee Town Hall Mon. 1/27 5 p.m. Town Council Workshops Town Hall Mon. 1/27 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Thu. 1/30 5 p.m. […]
Community Calendar: Jan. 24-31
Bulletin Board Saturday 1/25 South Portland Repair Fair: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., South Portland Public Library, 482 Broadway, South Portland. [email protected] Ongoing Adult chess drop-in: 3 p.m., Saturdays. Bring a chess board if you have one. Prince Memorial Library, 266 Main St., Cumberland. princememorial.org Bath ReStore: 1 Chandler Drive. 504-9340. habitat7rivers.org Bellows Supportive Screaming […]