Young people bring a lot to the table, but that doesn’t excuse adult inaction, says the group of friends who – as kids – initiated Freeport’s 1990 polystyrene ban.
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Metro seeks more money from towns to fuel Breez bus service
With federal backing expected to run out, Yarmouth, Freeport and Brunswick will have to pay more to keep the popular express commuter service running to their communities.
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Freeport comic book shop to open on Free Comic Book Day
The new store owner hired Daniel Bailey, the former owner of Zimmie’s in Lewiston, as the store’s manager.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: CMP corridor’s climate claims don’t hold up to scrutiny
The Maine DEP should do an independent review of the proposal’s impact on greenhouse-gas emissions.
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SEC accuses Christian concert promoter in Freeport of investment fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission says Jeffrey Wall of Freeport told investors that their money would fund New England music concerts and festivals but he used some of it to pay off debts.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
After decades of work, the sailing ship Island Rover is built, but still high and dry
Its owners and the town of Freeport still haven’t agreed on the best way to haul the 80-ton, 113-foot schooner to the water.
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A bump in revenue means a bonus for 5,400 employees of L.L. Bean
The company’s 1% sales revenue gain over 2017 will translate to bonuses and additional contributions to employee 401(k) plans.
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Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office cruiser crashes in Freeport
The accident happened Sunday night on I-295 northbound.
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Gorham Savings Bank launches 2019 LaunchPad competition
The small-business contest awards a $50,000 prize to the winner of a live pitch event.
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The Wrap: Portland native, entrepreneur to open Gorham wine bar
Austin Street Brewery has opened a new location at 115 Fox St., and Maine Beer Co. plans to open an expanded tasting room on March 9.