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Parrsboro dissolution not a done deal, Chair says

The Chair of the three-member panel hearing Parrsboro’s application for approval to dissolve its town status and join Cumberland County has assured town residents that dissolution is not a foregone conclusion. “This is not a done deal,” Roberta Clarke said … Continue reading

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Town Council decisions on band stand, amalgamation and outside help from financial expert

Parrsboro should have its new band stand by mid-May in time for next year’s summer season according to a committee report presented at tonight’s Town Council meeting. So far, three contractors have expressed an interest in the project. The tender closes … Continue reading

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Parrsboro’s future could be brighter with tidal power, conference hears

“I think last night there were hardly any accommodations in town and all the restaurants were full,” tidal developer Dana Morin told an audience of about 200 today during a big tidal symposium at the Parrsboro Legion. “That is a … Continue reading

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Parrsboro abandons tax survey

If you haven’t filled out Parrsboro’s tax survey yet, don’t bother. The town is abandoning it. The survey asked Parrsboro ratepayers if they preferred paying a flat rate for fire protection and street lighting instead of financing those services through … Continue reading

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Town will accept construction debris in spring cleanup

Parrsboro is changing the rules to allow residents to dispose of construction and demolition debris during this year’s spring cleanup being held from May 19 to May 21. At its meeting last night, Town Council added doors, windows, siding, flooring, … Continue reading

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