We write to endorse Steve Moriarty for state representative in District 110. We have known Steve for a number of years, our children having attended Cumberland schools together. He stands out among elected officials for his professionalism, work ethic and personal integrity. His long experience in town government – on both the Town Council and […]
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Letter: Moriarty has led life of service
Steve Moriarty has led a life of service to his community and country. A veteran, he has served over 20 years on the Cumberland Town Council. Other town committees include the Planning Board and library board and currently, he is chairman of the Historical Society. As a successful lawyer, Steve has brought to bear his […]
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Letter: Moriarty supports reproductive rights
I am writing in support of Steve Moriarty’s bid for reelection to the Maine House of Representatives. Over the years, I have met or written to Steve to discuss pending legislation of interest to me. I have found him to be an informed, patient listener, one who is open to consider many points of view […]
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Northern Meetings: Sept. 29-Oct. 6
Chebeague Island Thur. 9/29 6 p.m. Facilities Committee Zoom Wed. 10/5 6 p.m. Board of Selectmen Island Hall Cumberland Sat. 10/1 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Confidential shredding Public Works Garage Falmouth Thur. 9/29 5 p.m. Planning Board site walk 251 U.S. Route 1 Freeport Mon. 10/3 6 p.m. Library Board of Trustees Mon. 10/3 6:30 p.m. […]
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Letter: Pierce is committed to communities
We are delighted to support Teresa Pierce for Maine Senate District 25. Teresa has shown her commitment to our communities through four terms in the State House, serving on the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee, and most recently as the House chair of the Joint Appropriations Committee, which is responsible for crafting our state budget. […]
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School Notebook: Sept. 21
Mobile makerspace Cumberland student named Obama-Chesky scholar Terra Gallo of Cumberland, a student at Colby College, was selected as part of the inaugural cohort of Voyager Scholarship recipients from the Obama Foundation and Airbnb. The $100 million Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service supports students pursuing careers in public service with an academic scholarship, exposure to […]
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Summit Natural Gas request for higher rates has some Mainers fuming, questioning
A decade since the company came to the state, enthusiasm for the energy provider has been dampened by high costs and slow service expansion.
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Cumberland Fair a real family affair for Merrifields
The weeklong fair, which opens Sunday, Sept. 25, features history, rides, demonstrations, livestock, and harness racing, among other events.
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‘Carmina Burana’: 200 voices and one organ in Portland
High school choir students will be among the performers of the popular work, transcribed for the Kotzschmar organ by James Kennerley.
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Northern Meetings: Sept. 22-29
Chebeague Island Thur. 9/22 5 p.m. Facilities Meeting Zoom Wed. 9/28 6 p.m. Board of Selectmen Island Hall Cumberland Thur. 9/22 6 p.m. Maine Public Utilities Commission Town Hall Mon. 9/26 7 p.m. Town Council Meeting Town Hall Tues. 9/27 9:30 a.m. Communications Committee Town Hall Tues. 9/27 6:30 p.m. Housing Task Force Meeting Town Hall Durham Tues. […]