News in Cumberland/North Yarmouth

North Yarmouth police beat: Nov. 29

Arrests 11/21 at 6:42 p.m. Meaghan Catherine Smith, 20, of Gray Road, was arrested on Gray Road by Cumberland County Sheriff's Deputy John Grabler on charges of theft by unauthorized use of property, operating a vehicle after suspension and a hold from another agency.&nb...

Police Beat •

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Cumberland Police Beat: Nov. 29

Arrests 11/15 at 10 p.m. Kenneth Fisher, 24, of New Hampshire, was arrested on Gray Road by Officer Chris Woodcock on an outstanding warrant from another agency. 11/18 at 2:19 a.m. Ethan Andrews, 21, of Damarin Lane, Brunswi...

Police Beat •

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Cumberland firefighters hold annual toy drive

CUMBERLAND — The Fire Department's ninth annual Firefighters for Kids toy drive runs through Dec. 23. New or gently used toys can be brought to the department's 366 Tuttle Road headquarters. Donations will be delivered to families in need throughout the holiday season. E-mail ...

News •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 1:20 pm

North Yarmouth welcomes Christmas with potluck, tree lighting

NORTH YARMOUTH — The town will bask in the Yuletide spirit this weekend with its annual potluck supper and Christmas tree lighting. The "beloved tradition" has run at least a dozen years, according to Katie Murphy, member of North Yarmouth's Events Committee. "We keep it very ...

Alex Lear • News •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 11:00 am

Some school officials say Maine student restraint law isn't working

LEWISTON — Local lawmakers and public school officials Monday said they are urging the Maine Department of Education to revisit a rule change made last year regarding student restraints. The change, which is legally binding for schools and teachers and was approved by the state Legis...

Scott Thistle, Sun Journal • News •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 8:40 am

Apple of their eye: Cumberland family continues 200-year-old orchard tradition

CUMBERLAND — If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then two centuries' worth would have to make you the picture of health. Sweetser's Apple Barrel & Orchards goes back that far, spanning several generations of a family that has combined hard work with a hobby that's never lost...

Alex Lear • News •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 8:00 am

Community Calendar: Nov. 28-Dec.9

Greater Portland Bulletin Board Saturday 12/1 Greely Ski and Skate Swap, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Greely High School, Main St., Cumberland, 829-6031. Sunday 12/2 Connected Cathol...

Community •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Arts Calendar: Nov. 28- Dec. 9

Greater Portland Books & Authors Thursday 11/29 "Gilead," Marilynne Robinson, Merrill Memorial Library, 215 Main St., Yarmouth, 846-4763. Saturday 12/1 "...

Lifestyle •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

People and Business

Former Falmouth resident Mark Robinson won the 2012 Leadership Award from the Maine Town, City and County Management Association during its recent annual gathering in at the Jordan Grand Resort Hotel and Conference Center in Newry. Robinson has been Fayette Town Manager for eight year...

Community •

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Cumberland council applicants sought

CUMBERLAND — Applications are due Dec. 6 to fill the Town Council vacancy that will be created by Chairman Steve Moriarty's election to the state House of Representatives. Only six months will remain in Moriarty's term when he steps down to represent House District 108. The council w...

News •

Monday, November 26, 2012 at 3:00 pm