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LETTERS: Vote for Sterling

On Nov. 4, I will take the opportunity to support Lindsay Sterling for school board. I encourage you to do the same. On behalf of Freeport and our most precious resource, our children, Lindsay is prepared to take to the sky and give Freeport “new wings” during a pivotal time. As a friend and neighbor, […]

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LETTERS: Voter backs Leland

I served on the Freeport Sewer Board of Trustees for 18 years. I know what is expected of those who serve on the board, as well as the time commitment involved. Sally Leland is energetic, resourceful, engaging and thoughtful. She wants to ensure the sewer district is strategically prepared for future updating while being mindful […]

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LETTERS: Voting yes

When my husband and I decided that we wanted to move from Connecticut and raise our family in Maine, we began looking at the school systems along the I-295 corridor. Freeport quickly became our top choice. Although many of the neighboring towns boast of high test scores, we were impressed with the unique approach and […]

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Topsham woman named Durham administrator

The Durham Board of Selectmen has chosen Ruth Glaeser of Topsham as the new administrative assistant for the town, succeeding Janet Smith. Jeff Wakeman, board chairman, said Wednesday morning that Glaeser, the deputy town clerk in Gardiner, will begin her new job on Nov. 6, pending a signed contract he expects Thursday or Friday. The […]

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Bring back our local schools

Editor’s note: The Tri-Town Weekly asked each side of the withdrawal debate to provide an explanation of its position. This represents the pro-withdrawal point of view. On Election Day, Nov. 4, we have the opportunity to bring back local schools for Freeport. We believe this decision has advantages for students, teachers, parents and taxpayers. With […]

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Pownal News – 10/22

Meetings The Conservation Committee will meet Monday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m., at Mallett Hall. Pownal selectmen will meet Monday, Nov. 3 and Monday, Nov. 17, at 7:30 p.m., at Mallett Hall. Halloween party for kids A Halloween party is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 26, from 11 a.m.-noon, at North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 […]