The visit by Buttigieg, who was on Kamala Harris’ list of potential vice president candidates, comes the same day as Harris announced that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be her running mate.
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Freeport antiques dealers forced to leave market following Linda Bean’s death
The Freeport Antiques & Heirlooms Showcase, which features over 40 dealers, will close after Labor Day. The building at 31 Main St. is on the market for $1.9 million.
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RFK Jr. visits Freeport to talk with supporters about farming and food
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is not on the ballot in Maine, but a campaign official said Tuesday that he has gathered enough signatures to qualify.
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Learn more about dairy farming, forage management at 2024 Maine Pasture Walk Series
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension welcomes local farmers, service providers, and Ag stakeholders to participate in the 2024 Maine Pasture Walk Series. Five events, all of which will start at 11 a.m., will be held on the following days and farms: The Milkhouse, 445 South Monmouth Road in Monmouth, on July 10. Springside […]
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Freeport-area parents aim to curb cellphones in schools
The group, RSU5 Alliance for Thoughtful Technology, was spearheaded in recent weeks by Annie Ware with the help of several other parents. The goal, Ware said, is to address smartphone and social media use among kids prior to high school.
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Esteemed Portland architect Winton Scott dies, leaving vast professional legacy
Scott, 86, trained with great architects and brought high standards to the field in Maine.
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Elder Abuse Institute of Maine 20th anniversary event set for Freeport
FREEPORT — The Elder Abuse Institute of Maine invites all to celebrate its 20th year of service to Maine’s elderly adults. The evening event, Hope Is the Key, is set for 5-8 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at the Harraseeket Inn, 162 Main St. This gathering will feature MT Connolly, a pioneering expert on elder justice. […]
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Hundreds embrace sustainability at Green ME Up Earth Day Festival
FREEPORT — Girl Scouts of Maine hosted more than 800 participants at its annual Green ME Up Earth Day Festival April 20 on the L.L. Bean Flagship Store Campus. The event offered hands-on environmentally friendly booth activities presented by 25 diverse organizations and businesses, all focused on exploring sustainability. One presenter tallied over 150 visitors […]
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Sheep, goat school for new farmers offered May 11
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is partnering with Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Animal Health Team and the Wolfe’s Neck Center to offer a sheep and goat school for new farmers. The event is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the 184 Burnett Road center in Freeport. Topics […]
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Portland coffee company becomes first in Maine to ratify contract with labor union
Coffee By Design and baristas who are a part of Local 327 of the Laborers’ International Union of North America have reached an agreement that includes 2 pay increases within a year.