South Portland Police Sgt. Steve Webster (also the city fire inspector), and Deputy Fire Chief James Wilson view damage caused by an early morning fire at 554 Main St. on Wednesday. The building in the Thornton Heights was destroyed by a fire reported at 4:15 a.m. Fire Chief Kevin Guimond said no one was injured […]
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Cape Elizabeth council approves house demolition, per diem allowance for rescue team
CAPE ELIZABETH — A vacant house near the Thomas Memorial Library will be torn down following a Town Council vote Monday, authorizing the town manager to demolish the house. The demolition of the house at 7 Holman Road will cost about $15,000. The house has been vacant for years and is now uninhabitable due to […]
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FALMOUTH — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County hosted its fourth annual Backyard Locavore Day in Falmouth and surrounding communities on Aug. 11. Locavore Day is designed to educate the public about do-it-yourself strategies for becoming a locavore, who is someone who eats food produced locally. Every year more and more people grow, […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Eveningstar Cinema expansion proposed
BRUNSWICK — Local film aficionados may have a new place to take in independent films such as this year’s Oscar-winner “The Artist” or “Moonrise Kingdom” if funding for the expansion of Eveningstar Cinema comes through. For the past 20 years, the one-screen movie theater has provided audiences with a film experience unlike what they would experience […]
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Yarmouth council to vote on $1.5 million turf field proposal
YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth High School athletic field could be nearing its final year after more than a decade of heavy use. On Thursday, town councilors will vote on the $1.5 million proposal for a new turf field, and if approved, will move to the Nov. 6 ballot. The current field, built in 2001, has […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Senate candidate takes pulse of the electorate
PORTLAND — Steve Woods, an independent candidate for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Olympia Snowe, R-Maine, is offering a new way to take the pulse of the electorate. In a 42-foot mobile health-screening vehicle that belongs to the company he owns, Woods recently set up shop at a farmers market in Deering […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Ohio-based company seeks Congress Square Plaza go-ahead
PORTLAND — For the third time, the owner of the Eastland Park Hotel will attempt to win city approval for a proposed overhaul of neighboring Congress Square Plaza. On Aug. 8, the City Council’s Housing and Community Development Committee granted a request by the hotel owner, Ohio-based RockBridge Capital, to submit a new proposal for redeveloping […]
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Maine Street Celebration of the Arts coming Saturday
BRUNSWICK — An annual celebration of the arts kicks off downtown this Saturday. The Sixth Annual Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival starts at 9 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m. Music fills the air as artists set up shop on the sidewalks of Maine Street while artisans give demonstrations on the mall. “It’s a great community event […]
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Dining Dish: Accolades and burgers galore
The Loft Burger House opened July 21 at 865 Forest Ave. Formerly the New Venue Music Bar, the new establishment called The Loft has 30 signature burgers and more than 30 beers on tap. Customers can order an Angus beef burger with a variety of toppings, or try a lobster burger, a burger sandwiched by two […]
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Freeport schools growing fast, programs try to accommodate
FREEPORT — As Regional School Unit 5 enters it’s fourth year, administrators hope to continue traditional programs, but are also looking for creative ways to teach students in an ever-growing district. Freeport High School is one school in the district that has seen its classroom headcounts grow over the last few years. It’s now operating […]