Freeport
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Under pressure: Mental health needs challenge southern Maine schools
First of three stories. In the weeks since the deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida, the need for better mental health...
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Schools say they’ll stick with proficiency diploma, even if law is repealed
AUGUSTA — Faced with the possible repeal of a 6-year-old law that requires schools to move to a proficiency-based diploma for all students, superintendents at area...
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No contests in Northern primaries for state Legislature
FALMOUTH — There will be no contested primaries in Portland’s northern suburbs on June 12, unless any successful write-in candidates emerge. The deadline for candidates...
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Freeport Police Beat: March 15
Arrests 3/6 at 12:47 p.m. Francisco Valle, 36, address not listed, of Brunswick, was arrested on Summer Street by Officer Thomas Gabbard on an outstanding warrant...
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Weather fails to deter Freeport, Yarmouth students from joining national day of protest
FREEPORT — A nor’easter couldn’t stifle a unified cry for action on gun violence Wednesday from students in Freeport and Yarmouth. Although school was canceled, about...
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Artist's former Freeport home, gallery now an inn, cafe
FREEPORT — While spending most of his career in construction and sales, Bill Hamlen never considered working in hospitality. But it only took a real estate...
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Freeport Police Beat: March 8
Arrests 3/5 at 10:38 a.m. Reagan A. Ames, 38, of Skowhegan, was arrested on Main Street by Officer William Brown on a charge of theft by...
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Casco Bay YMCA offering diabetes prevention program
FREEPORT — The Casco Bay YMCA is one of a growing number of Maine branches to begin offering a diabetes prevention program. The year-long program will...
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Freeport Police Beat: March 1
Arrests 2/22 at 7:36 p.m. Keith Boisvert Jr., 40, of Maiden Lane, was arrested on Maiden Lane by Sgt. Paul Powers on an outstanding warrant from...
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Freeport to seek fines from Island Rover owners
FREEPORT — The Town Council on Tuesday decided to pursue court-ordered fines of $500 a day against the Island Rover Foundation. The fines would continue until...
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Freeport lodging owners: ‘Level the playing field’ for short-term rentals
FREEPORT — A group of innkeepers want the town to adopt an ordinance, similar to one just approved in South Portland, that would regulate short-term housing...
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After infant's death, 'Mrs. Freeport' finds ally in Lewiston nonprofit
FREEPORT — Patricia Donahue said pageantry has helped her feel a sense of community and purpose since the death of her son Mason three years ago. ...
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Freeport Police Beat: Feb. 22
Arrests 2/17 at 9:45 p.m. Jacob W. Moon, 28, of Royalsborough Road, Durham, was arrested on Durham Road and True Street by Officer Jason Bartlett on...
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LED fixtures will shine a light on Freeport's energy costs
FREEPORT — The town wants to know what type of street lights residents would like to see before converting more than 200 lights to LED fixtures....
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Top chef: Maine peers honor Freeport's Troy Mains
FREEPORT — Troy Mains rang in his 40th birthday on Jan. 16 with news that he was named Chef of the Year by the Maine Restaurant...
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Freeport Police Beat: Feb. 15
Arrests No arrests were reported from Feb. 6-12. Summonses 2/9 at 8:25 p.m. Riley Huff, 37, of Veronica Lane, was issued a summons on Katie Lane...
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Freeport to get fireworks do-over
FREEPORT — After New Year’s Eve fireworks were called off because of bad weather, Central Maine Pyrotechnics will provide the town with a free show on...
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Homage rises in Freeport from ashes of Corsican Cafe
FREEPORT — Almost two years after fire destroyed the popular Corsican Cafe and Chowder House at 9 Mechanic St., a team of three local chefs have revamped...
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AARP Maine offers free income tax help
BRUNSWICK — AARP Maine will offer free income tax help for low- and middle-income taxpayers with special attention to those 60 or older through April...
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Freeport Police Beat: Feb. 8
Arrests 2/1 at 8:02 p.m. Keith Bouchard, 21, of Lunt Road, Brunswick, was arrested on Curtis Road by Officer Keith Norris on a charge of criminal...
