As the U.S. presidential election approached, I felt the familiar sense of anxiety creeping in. For many of us, this election isn’t only about policy changes, but deeply personal stakes that impact our security and sense of belonging. Unlike a sports game, this outcome will have lasting implications for our communities, families and futures, making […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly, Scarborough Leader, South Portland Sentry, The Forecaster
Mainewhile: Perfect time for a reminder: It’s still a beautiful world
I am writing to you this week from my parents’ house – well, my house now. I am sitting at a card table set up where the dining room table used to be. I am at the stage of clearing out my parents’ house where I am equal parts frustrated, nostalgic and overwhelmed. One piece […]
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Posted inField Hockey, Forecaster Sports, Varsity Maine
Yarmouth gets its revenge, ends Freeport’s field hockey title reign
Clippers ride a sound defensive effort, freshman Maya Nasveschuk’s goal to a 1-0 victory and long-awaited regional crown.
Posted inField Hockey, Forecaster Sports, Varsity Maine
Cheverus holds off Biddeford in thrilling field hockey regional final
Lucy Johnson scores twice in a 3-2 victory; Stags to face Brewer in state game Saturday.
Posted inForecaster Sports
Northern: Field hockey, soccer playoffs near conclusion
Football postseason also underway.
Posted inForecaster Sports
Northern: Falmouth girls, Freeport boys win cross country titles
Strong showings throughout from local runners at Saturday’s state meet.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Mercy Hospital posthumously honors Maddy Corson for humanitarian efforts
Mercy Hospital posthumously bestowed on philanthropist Maddy Corson its award recognizing outstanding community support. The annual Forsley Award is named in honor of longtime Gary’s House champion, Fred Forsley. It recognizes a remarkable leader and advocate who works to make the Greater Portland community better for all, with a special focus on neighbors in need. […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Falmouth considers revised draft of pesticide use
A community feedback session on Oct. 30 brought up concerns over golf courses’ exemption from the restriction, as well as suggesting an exemption for crabgrass management.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Longfellow’s Haunted House tours continue to spook Portland
The popular seasonal tours of the Wadsworth-Longfellow House are based on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Haunted Houses,” and focus on those who lived and died in the Portland landmark.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland English learners quiz government officials in forum
Last week, a panel of local, state and federal representatives answered questions from 75 ESOL students at Portland Adult Education.