Maine Morning Star - Historian Heather Cox Richardson described a Troy Jackson win as a step toward reclaiming American democracy Monday night in Portland. "This is our moment," the widely known scholar and Maine resident told a packed auditorium at the University of Southern Maine of the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee sitting beside her. Known for her daily substack "Letters from an American," which boasts over 3 million subscribers and connects daily headlines to long-term patterns in American history, Richardson has a public following rare to academics.
Here's what's in Yarmouth's new plan for safer streets (pressherald.com)
Central Maine Power Co.'s plan to raise rates by $7 is on the rocks.
Friends of Casco
Bay - Eelgrass (Zostera marina) is a flowering plant that grows in
dense thickets in the shallows of inlets, bays, and estuaries. Underwater, it
looks like a wild meadow of graceful grasses swaying with the tides. Eelgrass
meadows have been compared to rainforests and coral reefs for many reasons –
they are dynamic ecosystems that play an essential role in the health of our
oceans and planet. Eelgrass beds provide vital habitat and nursery grounds for
fish, lobster, shellfish, and many other marine species, benefiting Maine’s
fishing industries. In this era of climate change, seagrasses around the world,
including Maine’s eelgrasses, are being studied as sources of carbon capture
and are known for buffering ocean acidification. Plus, they reduce wave action,
stabilize sediment, and prevent erosion – something we are more keenly aware of
since the destruction from this past winter’s major storms.
UPCOMING
Town Council District Meetings are opportunities for the Freeport community to connect with councilors and discuss items and issues important to them. The four events are coming up on the dates listed below.
For this year's meetings, we are combining districts and holding multiple events, to make it more convenient for residents to attend. Feel free to attend one or both of your district’s meetings! All events will begin at 6:00pm
Unsure of which meeting to attend? Use this PDF map to find out which district you live in
Districts 1 & 4 - Hosted by Councilors Dan Piltch & Chip Lawrence
Thursday, October 29th at Maine Coast Waldorf School (57 Desert Rd)
Districts 2 & 3 - Hosted by Councilors Eric Smith & Matt Pillsbury
Thursday, October 1st at South Freeport Church (98 S Freeport Rd)
Tuesday, October 13th at Wolfe’s Neck Center (184 Burnett Rd)
Gulf of Maine Research Institute. Hear about Portland’s ever-changing waterfront, see projections for sea level rise on Commercial Street, review the Waterfront goals from the City's 10-year Comprehensive Plan, and contribute to discussion around potential solutions! More info and registration
Freeport Folio presents: Open Mic Poetry with Featured Poet Samaa Abdurraqib →
Meetinghouse Arts, 40 Main Street, Freeport 7:00 pm
9:00 AM Stewardship Work Party 60 Wolfes Neck Road Questions? sam@freeportconservationtrust.org
Join researchers, conservationists, community members, and other partners from across the Casco Bay watershed for a day of presentations, conversation, and collaboration. The program will highlight recent research, restoration efforts, and community initiatives—from eelgrass and land conservation to sea level rise, ocean acidification, and changes in Casco Bay’s fish community.This event is hosted by Casco Bay Estuary Partnership. Location: University of Southern Maine’s Abromson Center, Portland, Maine. Time: Welcome: 11:00 a.m. Afternoon Sessions: 12 – 4 p.m. Evening Sessions: 5 – 7 p.m. Cost: General Registrant: $40; Students: Free
OCT 4
At just 35, Ken Curtis became the nation’s youngest governor, and went on to transform Maine government. Join author Doug Rooks for a talk on his new book, Transformational: Ken Curtis, Maine’s Reform Governor, and discover what Curtis’s leadership can teach us today. Learn more and register.
The Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce invites you to join it on Thursday, October 8, from 5–7 PM for Business After Hours at Brickyard Hollow. Connect with fellow Chamber members and local business owners for an evening of networking, conversation, and community connection at one of Freeport’s local favorites.
The Pownal Fire and Rescue Company will be hosting a Bean Supper on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the North Pownal Community Center. Come enjoy a homemade meal consisting of beans, hot dogs, breads, and desserts prepared by department members. Dinner will be served in two sittings. We look forward to seeing you!
Choose from two dinner seatings:
🕟 4:30 - 5:45 PM
🕕 6:15 - 7:30 PM
Donations: ❤️ $10 (ages 15+)
❤️ $5 (ages 6-15)
❤️ Free for children 5 and under
Meet the Marsh - Cousins River Fields & Marsh Preserve in Yarmouth, Maine. A family-friendly fall festival celebrating the ongoing restoration of the preserve with activities, trail exploration, fall-themed ambience, and tasty treats amid a beautiful seasonal landscape. Free to attend. More info. .
