Washington news Sept. 02

Topics for this week's Washington town news includes the invasion of Chinese mystery snails, soccer sign-ups and the town's annual Heritage Day.

Friendship Day 2021 scheduled for July 30 and 31

The 38th annual Friendship Day celebration is scheduled for July 30 and 31 after being called off in 2020. This annual event is a town fundraiser.

Washington news July 15

News from the town of Washington covers events such as the strawberry festival, conductors' retreat, paddlecraft races, a BBQ supper and a 5k race.

Meeting the water buffalo herd of Appleton, Maine

A farm in Appleton has been raising water buffalo to provide a variety of products including cheese and smoked meats.

Planning Board Vice Chair questions ‘Street Food’ proposal

Plan for take-out business with restaurant, three food trucks and other vendors comes before the Planning Board in Rockport and runs into questions about what should be located at entry to the town.

Union plans 250th anniversary celebration

The Union Board of Selectmen is accepting applications from citizens interested in joining a sestercentennial committee.

Thomaston swears in Moore-Vissing to school board; approves police drone policy

The Thomaston Select Board swore in a member of the RSU 13 school board and approved a drone policy for Thomaston Police Department at their June 28 meeting.

Washington news July 1

Fuller, White named Union Chair, Vice-Chair

The Union Board of Selectmen elected Adam Fuller as the Chair and Josh White as the Vice Chair for the 2021-2022 term.

Leichtman named interim Town Manager

Rockport taps assessor to serve until new town manager arrives July 6.