A collection of abstract and eco-focused sculptures known as the “Pinkies” will now live on the lawn of Freeport Town Hall, following a two-year installation in Portland.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Sachs communicates with residents, effective in state
I write in support of the reelection of Melanie Sachs as state representative for House District 102, Freeport. I appreciate the rational thought and careful attention she brings to her leadership role in Augusta as House chair of the Joint Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee and the Maine Climate Council. I frequently see her at […]
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Letter: Sachs proved to be best of representative government
My wife and I are 86 and have advocated for various political and community causes in our lifetime. We have never encountered the extraordinary responsiveness that Melanie Sachs has demonstrated in regard to any inquiry we have directed to her. She is a model of the best of representative government and is informed and honest […]
Posted inElection 2024, Times Record
Freeport municipal election: Meet the candidates
This year’s municipal race features 11 candidates — eight of whom are vying for three Freeport Sewer District seats.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Northern Meetings: Oct. 10-17
Chebeague Island Tue. 10/15 6 p.m. School Committee Town Hall Tue. 10/15 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Town Hall Wed. 10/16 6 p.m. Select Board Town Hall Cumberland Thu. 10/10 5:30 p.m. Finance Committee Town Hall Tue. 10/15 7 p.m. Planning Board Town Hall Thu. 10/17 6 p.m. Council/School Board/ NY Select Board Greely HS Falmouth […]
Posted inForecaster Opinion, The Forecaster
RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: School safety and student well-being are everyone’s business
Maine with all its beauty is an idyllic place to raise a family. Our schools are committed to providing an exceptional education in a safe, nurturing environment for all children. Yet, since the beginning of this school year several schools in Maine have been subject to threats of violence, including RSU 5. Even in an […]
Posted inTimes Record
In photos: Freeport celebrates its 25th annual Fall Festival
Freeport celebrated its 25th annual Fall Festival that ran from Oct. 4-6.
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Freeport’s new General Assistance administrator will also serve as ‘community paramedic’
A new community response specialist, a position the town hopes to fill soon, will take on the responsibilities of General Assistance and replace the nonprofit Freeport Community Service’s implementation of the program.
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Bottle drive raises funds for RSU 5 Community Programs
Harraseeket Harriers are collecting bottles at County Redemption in Freeport to benefit Regional School Unit 5 Community Programs, supporting students in need with scholarships. Bottles can be dropped off at 155 Durham Road through Oct. 16. This initiative by the youth running program teaches members leadership and community service, according to a prepared release from […]
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Throwback photo: The L.L. Bean flagship store in 1987
Shoppers from here and away flock to the store for outdoor gear and clothing, including flannel shirts.