Kate Irish Collins has been doing community journalism around southern Maine since 1997, with a couple breaks here and there. Kate writes for The Forecaster group of weekly newspapers. Her beat includes the Portland schools and the towns of Falmouth and Yarmouth. Kate grew up in Gorham and now lives near the beach, where she walks her dog as much as possible. She always has a book on hand and always enjoys watching a good movie.
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2020
Increase in homeless, English language-learners challenges SoPo schools
In his annual address, Superintendent of Schools Ken Kunin also said there’s much to be proud of.
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
With ‘significant success’ area communities plan to continue recycling outreach
An eight-week pilot program led to a reduction in recycling load contamination rates, along with cost savings.
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
Family-friendly snowshoeing in Falmouth Feb. 8
FALMOUTH — To celebrate Great Maine Outdoor Weekend, the Falmouth Land Trust and Maine Audubon have teamed up to offer a family-friendly Snowshoe Trek at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at Audubon’s Gilsland Farms property off Route 1. Grab your snowshoes for a walk around the farm and learn more about conserved properties in Falmouth. […]
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
Ten residential duplexes proposed in West Falmouth
The project would bring 20 units of multifamily housing to Gray Road.
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
Falmouth Community Programs offers babysitting workshop
FALMOUTH — Interested youth can learn the ins and outs of babysitting, including key safety procedures, during an all-day session scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Mason-Motz Activity Center, 190 Middle Road. The cost is $78 per participant. Topics include fire, safety and other emergency procedures, including first aid. […]
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
Yarmouth accepting applications for senior tax program
YARMOUTH — The town is now accepting applications for its senior tax assistance program. Residents may be eligible for a break on their property taxes if they are at least 67 as of April 30, they’ve been a Yarmouth resident for at least 10 years and the combined household income does not exceed $83,700. Those […]
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
Absentee ballots available in Yarmouth for presidential primary
YARMOUTH — Absentee voting is also now available for the presidential primary and special state referendum, which will be held from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 at the AMVETS Hall, 148 North Road. Residents can register to vote or register with a party the day of the primary. Contact the Town Clerk’s […]
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2020
It’s a big deal: Big Babe’s finally opens in South Portland
Years in the making, the Knightville tavern is now welcoming patrons to the music-focused establishment.
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2020
More calls, fewer volunteers strain Falmouth FD
Calls for emergency medical services have increased by 35% since 2011, and are projected to jump another 38% over the next 10 years.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2020
So. Portland bids farewell to retiring chief, welcomes new top cop
A former Massachusetts police chief is sworn-in Jan. 13, while Ed Googins caps a 25-year career in local law enforcement.
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