FREEPORT — Despite a light agenda Tuesday night, the Town Council found plenty to discuss. After moving quickly through the short list of action items on the agenda, which included appointing an election warden for the Dec. 4 special council election and acting on two tax items, councilors zeroed in on the Maine Department of […]
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Freeport aids Freeport: Maine students coordinate post-Sandy relief for N.Y. school
FREEPORT — A local high school student is leading a drive to deliver new school supplies to students in Freeport, N.Y., where a school was closed due to damage from Hurricane Sandy last month. Senior Abigial Smith is organizing the effort, called Freeport to Freeport, with the Interact Club at Freeport High School. The donations […]
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Yarmouth teachers get national certification
YARMOUTH — Two high school art teachers have earned a national teaching certification. Holly Houston and Melissa Noack are the first teachers at Yarmouth High School to receive the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards certification. The certification requires teachers to submit a portfolio and three-hour assessment from the board. During the assessment, teachers must […]
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Portland planners show cautious support for massive Bayside project
PORTLAND — The Planning Board took its first look Tuesday at a proposed housing and retail complex that would transform the Portland skyline. It also discussed plans to renovate a downtown building for use as a charter school. Tuesday’s workshop did not require the board to take any action on the proposed Maritime Landing complex, which […]
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Falmouth restricts size of Route 1 businesses
FALMOUTH — The Town Council on Monday unanimously approved a footprint limit for businesses in the Route 1 commercial district. The vote put an end to four months of negotiations and council debate over limits on the size of businesses along Route 1. Councilor Bonny Rodden said establishing a maximum footprint is the first step in […]
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Portland schools renovation plan: Too much for 1 referendum?
PORTLAND — School officials are confident voters will support a bond for major renovations to five elementary schools, despite at least one resident’s assertion that there is a better way to present the project. On Nov. 13, Superintendent of Schools Emmanuel Caulk announced voters could be asked next November to approve $46 million for the replacement […]
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North Yarmouth welcomes Christmas with potluck, tree lighting
NORTH YARMOUTH — The town will bask in the Yuletide spirit this weekend with its annual potluck supper and Christmas tree lighting. The “beloved tradition” has run at least a dozen years, according to Katie Murphy, member of North Yarmouth’s Events Committee. “We keep it very simple,” Murphy said. “People always bring wonderful potluck contributions.” […]
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Student representatives elected to Portland School Board
PORTLAND — Three high school juniors have been elected by their peers to one-year terms on the School Board. Maddie Holton, Oliver Nolan and Tophe Thorne will represent the city’s three public high schools. Holton was the only candidate at Portland High School. She is a member of the varsity lacrosse team, sails, and participates in […]
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Presumpscot School safe routes to be discussed
PORTLAND — A public meeting to discuss a Safe Routes to School project for Presumpscot Elementary School will be held Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the school. The meeting, hosted by City Councilor Cheryl Leeman and the city Department of Public Services, will explore using some of a $90,000 grant received for safety enhancements around the […]
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Some school officials say Maine student restraint law isn't working
LEWISTON — Local lawmakers and public school officials Monday said they are urging the Maine Department of Education to revisit a rule change made last year regarding student restraints. The change, which is legally binding for schools and teachers and was approved by the state Legislature, has added a layer of uncertainty about when teachers […]