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Primary Menu ☰ X The ForecasterNorthern Edition Northern Epaper Portland Edition Portland Epaper https://www.pressherald.com/forecaster The Forecaster Choose your Edition Portland Edition Northern Edition Menu ▾Sports Opinion Epapers Community Calendar Newsletters Public Notices North Yarmouth’s Katie Murphy recognized as Citizen of the Year Katie Murphy was honored for her dedication to preserving town history in North Yarmouth. Municipal events shine during the holidays Local holiday events in the Greater Portland region support local businesses and bring a sense of community cheer. Cyclists pedal for food pantry finds Bicycle groups came together for "Cranksgiving," a scavenger hunt to buy food across Portland to donate to the Westbrook Food Pantry. Bowdoin awards Portland Public Schools Wabanaki Studies curriculum creators Portland Public Schools Wabanaki Studies Coordinator Fiona Hopper and Indigenous Advisor Bridgid Neptune were honored with the Education for the Common Good Award for developing the new curriculum. To better provide essentials, Maine Needs finds a new home The nonprofit organization is looking to raise $1.5 million toward its new 16,000-square-foot building on Congress Street in Portland and to stock it for up to three years. Feds recognize Wabanaki name for Yarmouth waterfall on Royal River The Yarmouth Community Alliance for Racial Equity reached out to the U.S. Board of Geographic Names to rename the waterfall to its earliest name, Pumgustuck. The name will soon appear on federal maps. Yarmouth Scout restores WWII fort on Peaks Island The project on Battery Steele was organized by Scout Malcolm Nelson for his Eagle Scout project. Preble Street to assume operations of Hope House Emergency Shelter in Bangor The Portland-based nonprofit will take over running the low-barrier shelter in February 2025 as Penobscot Community Health Center can no longer afford it. It is the only privately operated low-barrier shelter in Maine north of Waterville. Children collaborate on ‘Portrait of Community’ mural Multimedia artist Lisa DiFranza facilitated the mural through an artist residency at the Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine that focused on the theme of belonging. Portland Vietnam veteran receives Purple Heart David Whitten was honored for his service at Maine Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6859, 57 years after he was injured in combat. Yarmouth’s plans for $10.5 million infrastructure bond The ballot measure to fund three infrastructure projects passed with 4,312 to 1,768 votes. Teen entrepreneurs mean business Local high schoolers are joining a trend of hardworking Gen Z teens. Portland’s annual ‘Pumpkin-Cycle’ is a smash hit Families gathered at Payson Park to toss and smash old pumpkins into the compost at the event hosted by Portland's sustainability office. Portland plants over 150 trees in Bayside The project aimed to increase tree canopy cover in the neighborhood that had distinctly fewer trees than the rest of the city and improve environmental equality. North Yarmouth votes to pass charter amendment The measure passed, 2521 votes to 410 votes.  Yarmouth votes to approve infrastructure bond The ballot measure to fund three infrastructure projects passed with 4312 votes to 1768 votes. Reporters win Maine Press Association awards Falmouth considers revised draft of pesticide use A community feedback session on Oct. 30 brought up concerns over golf courses' exemption from the restriction, as well as suggesting an exemption for crabgrass management. Longfellow’s Haunted House tours continue to spook Portland The popular seasonal tours of the Wadsworth-Longfellow House are based on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem "Haunted Houses," and focus on those who lived and died in the Portland landmark. Portland English learners quiz government officials in forum Last week, a panel of local, state and federal representatives answered questions from 75 ESOL students at Portland Adult Education. Victoria Mansion gets 19th-century updates The National Historic Landmark on Danforth Street is undergoing three restoration projects that will bring it closer to its original appearance in 1860. Whooping cough reported in Cumberland schools The district is dealing with a minor outbreak of the respiratory infection. North Yarmouth tackles updates to land use ordinance The Select and Planning boards are collaborating to expand and clarify the application process, among other details in the ordinances. Greely eighth-grade documentarian draws attention of Ken Burns Greely Middle School student David Gilbert submitted his short film on the Americans with Disabilities Act to a National History Day contest and won the opportunity to speak with famed documentarian Ken Burns. Hewing logs by hand keeps Cumberland craftsman busy Stephen Smith is, to his knowledge, the only craftsperson hand-hewing logs commercially in North America. Creations from confinement on display at the Francis Hotel The art exhibit at the Francis Hotel shows creations from people currently incarcerated in Maine. Domestic violence survivors find a voice in Portland The nonprofit Finding Our Voices provided a platform for those who have experienced domestic violence to share their stories. It was the first time the touring event has come to Portland. Advocates for Portland’s homeless convene forum of City Council candidates The forums, facilitated by the advocacy group Homeless Voices for Justice, served as a platform for constituents with experience in homelessness to engage with candidates for Portland City Council. Tats 4 Tails benefits animal shelters through tattoos At the event hosted by Dark Harbor Tattoo Society, 114 people got inked in a fundraiser for local animal welfare groups. Yarmouth’s affordable housing charter amendment widens focus The Town Council voted to amend the charter to target households in a wider range of income. SAD 51’s One Campus project on track for spring bids Jesse Lamarre-Vincent, leader of the project's Turf Committee, is confident the turf options presented will have an option that satisfies three core criteria: no PFAS, no tire crumb rubber infill, and the ability to eventually recycle the turf. Yarmouth Art Festival’s juried art show brings various artists’ work to the fore Four artists featured in this year's Yarmouth Art Festival discuss their work. Senate District 27 Part of Portland and part of Westbrook Bus Ambassador Program helps new Mainers be mobile The Greater Portland Council of Government's program provides multilingual assistance to immigrants and refugees seeking to ride the bus. Investment firm offers to buy North Yarmouth’s interest in cell tower lease TowerPoint, which specializes in buying digital infrastructure, is offering $850,000 for future rent payments generated by the North Yarmouth tower. North Yarmouth residents to vote on charter amendment An official called the change “minor” and said it would bring the charter up to date with current practices. Former Falmouth truck dealer files suit against competitor Allegiance Trucks is accusing DATTCO and a former employee of misappropriating confidential business information since the sale of its former Falmouth facility to the competitor in 2023 and the employee's hiring at DATTCO in May. Proposed Royal River dam removal sparks controversy over possible effects Yarmouth and North Yarmouth residents are discussing the towns proposals for dam removals and the impact on the river, adjacent properties and recreation options. Portland food pantry finds temporary location, avoids closure Project FEED, which faced temporary closure due to upcoming year-long construction at Woodfords Congregational Church, has found a new location on Brighton Avenue. House District 110 Chebeague Island, Cumberland, part of Long Island House District 105 North Yarmouth and part of Gray House District 111 Part of Falmouth House District 119 Portland House District 112 Portland and part of Falmouth House District 114 Portland Maine Supreme Court hears appeals at Deering High School On Oct. 9, over 100 Portland high school students saw the highest court in the state operate on the stage of their auditorium and got a look at the mechanics of the judicial branch. Greater Portland Council of Governments leads coastal erosion initiative The Greater Portland Council of Governments received a grant to help Casco Bay municipalities that are facing coastal erosion and gather more coastal bluff data. Wheaton runs to fill Yarmouth School Committee seat John Wheaton is running to fill the remainder of David Ray's term, who stepped down for health reasons. Hand-dipped chocolate shop opens in Falmouth Mindy's Munchies started out of Mindy Mosca's kitchen in New Jersey nearly 20 years ago. The Falmouth shop is its first franchise location and run by a family friend. Falmouth raises harbor fees to meet escalating costs The increase in fees, taking effect next year, are intended to prevent a rise in taxes to cover the expenses at Town Landing. 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