The Collins Band The Collins Band serves up a dynamic mix of Americana — blues, jazz, folk and the good stuff in between. Band members consist of Dave Collins on vocals, acoustic and electric guitars; Rudy Gabrielson on blues harmonica, keyboards and vocals; Crista Koerber on vocals and percussion; and Paul Riechmann on stand-up bass […]
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Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Southern Forecaster
Arts Alliance’s goal to bring community together
RAYMOND — One year after joining forces with the Raymond Village Library, the Raymond Arts Alliance continues to “bring community together around inspiring and fun things.” President Mary-Therese Duffy said the group began as the Raymond Hill Community Center in early 2017 to encourage community “to make more fun.” In October 2017, the group disbanded as […]
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Inside Bridgton
I send best wishes for a happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year to all. Attention teen artists! The Bridgton Public Library is looking for young artistes, ages 13-18, to submit work to be considered for an exhibition at the library that will be on display for two months. Each artist may submit up to three […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth petition would make it harder to limit shore access
CAPE ELIZABETH — More than 900 residents have signed a petition supporting an ordinance that would prohibit the seven-member Town Council from releasing public rights to the town’s shoreline by a simple majority vote. Rather, the ordinance would require a transfer to be supported by a super-majority of five councilors, or approved by a public referendum. […]
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3 South Portland residents join Mills administration
CAPE ELIZABETH — Three South Portland women were appointed to Gov. Janet Mills’ staff. Elise Baldacci, 31, and Bethany Beausang, 47, were both named senior policy advisers. Dorian Cole, 39, was appointed director of constituent correspondence. Baldacci served as the vice president of governmental affairs for the Maine Credit Union League, according to a Dec. 31, […]
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Portland lawmaker hopes to phase out South Portland juvenile detention center
SOUTH PORTLAND — A Portland legislator has drafted a bill he hopes will help the state reduce its reliance on Long Creek Youth Development Center until it’s no longer needed. Rather than simply calling for the closing of Long Creek, state Rep. Michael Brennan, D-Portland, said his bill would establish a task force to “develop a […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Southern Forecaster
City's Adult Ed bumps up job training offerings
WESTBROOK — The Westbrook School Department has big things planned for the adult education program this year with a focus on offering programs that are “responsive to the folks here.” A new certified nursing assistant program is being offered this month, and there are plans to begin a commercial truck driving certification and possibly culinary […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Southern Forecaster
Gorham Notes
Seniors to meet The Lakes Region Senior Citizens will learn about self defense and be served lunch when the group meets at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 14, at the community center, 40 Acorn St., in Little Falls. Those attending the luncheon are asked to bring a dish to share or pay $5. A Portland policewoman […]
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Politics & Other Mistakes: Tax reform made simple
Here’s the hard truth about taxes: You’re gonna pay them no matter what. It doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor. It doesn’t matter if you’re a person or a corporation. It doesn’t matter if the state decides to emphasize taxing income, sales, property, liquor, tobacco, inheritances, excises (whatever they are) or the air that […]
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Looking Back
Jan. 5, 1994 Westbrook Mayor Fred C. Wescott, 61, died of cancer Dec. 29, 10 weeks after he first became aware of his illness. In the meantime, he had been elected to his third two-year term as mayor. His inaugural would have been Monday. Funeral services were held New Year’s Day at St. Hyacinth Roman […]