Reminders from Town Hall - January 26, 2024
Register Your Dog Online for 2024 - $25 Late Charge Begins February 1st
–$6.00 per year for spayed/neutered dogs
–$11.00 per year for dogs not spayed/neutered.
*Per state law, any dog license that is renewed after January 31st will be subject to a $25.00 late fee.*
- Community Center Support Staff [part-time]
 | The Select Board is looking for volunteers to serve on the following boards and committees.
If you are interested in servicing on any the board and committees listed, click here, for more information. | |
| PUBLIC NOTICE | ||
 | CSX has increased the track speed of our rail line (former Pan Am) from 25 mph to 40 mph this week. This change in train speed is a result of the rebuilding of the track structure, including new welded rail and cross ties. Attached is a map of our rail line with the section of track increased to 40 mph highlighted in yellow. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me via email or through my office number. Thank you. Robert Rohauer Senior Manager of Strategic Projects and Community Affairs CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, Ontario & Quebec CSX Transportation T. 518.767.6057 │ E. robert_rohauer@csx.com 1 Bell Crossing, Selkirk, NY, 12158 | |
 | Town Party Caucusesboth at Wescustogo Hall & North Yarmouth Community Center, 120 Memorial Highway.
Hear from our local candidates, elect state convention delegates and local party leaders. | |
 | Winter Sand Available for Residents
Icy conditions are beginning again! Throughout the winter, sand is available to residents of North Yarmouth. Each residential dwelling is eligible for up to 20 gallons (four 5 gallon pails) of sand per storm.
The use of municipal sand for the sanding of private roads is prohibited. Sand pile is located at the entrance of the PWD facilities – 40 Parsonage Rd. | |
 | Winter Parking BanOctober 15th until April 15th
The Town of North Yarmouth has a winter parking in effect from October 15, 2023 until April 15, 2024 (per Roadway Ordinance Section 10). Parking is prohibited on all public roads and ways during any snow or ice event.
Any vehicles parked in violation of this ordinance may be towed at the owner's expense.
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| FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT NEWS | ||
 | House Numbering - If we can't find you, we can't help you!Emergencies happen day and night. Could a rescue, fire, or police vehicle find you at night? North Yarmouth Fire Rescue wants to remind you to number your house and/or mailbox in an easily visible area. Public Safety Recommendations:
If you have questions, please call the station at 207-829-3025 or send an email to firerescue@northyarmouth.org
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 | North Yarmouth Fire Rescue is asking for your partnership in our Adopt-A-Hydrant program by adopting a fire hydrant close to your home or business and keeping it free of snow during the winter and free of weeds and shrubbery in the summer. In the event of a fire it is important that the Fire Department gain access to a water supply via a fire hydrant as quickly as possible. That way, the fire can be extinguished and prevent loss of property and/or life. We ask that you shovel the area around your adopted fire hydrant after each snowfall. Clear a path approximately three feet around the hydrant as well a clear path from the street or roadway up to the fire hydrant so that the hydrant is visible and accessible. During the summer months it is also important to make sure that the same three foot path around your adopted hydrant is free of weeds, shrubbery, flowerbeds, etc. Please consider clearing snow from a fire hydrant for your neighbors who may have medical conditions, disabilities, or those who are elderly that may be unable to do so themselves. This act of kindness will benefit the entire neighborhood. Your participation in this program and maintenance of the area around your adopted hydrant saves time in the Fire Departments incident response, and time is very valuable. If you notice that a fire hydrant has been damaged, missing caps, leaking water, or if it is blocked please notify North Yarmouth Fire Rescue by calling 207-829-3025. | |
| WESCUSTOGO HALL & NORTH YARMOUTH COMMUNITY CENTER | ||
Don't let the cold stop you from getting your steps in! Come walk in the North Yarmouth Community Center!
Find us on Spond and enter the code JNDWJ to join!
Basketball open gym time is available daily at the Community Center. $2 per kid, anyone under 12 is welcome to come to middle school time slot if accompanied by an adult.
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| NOTES | ||
 | Find a complete calendar of board and committee meetings here. | |
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Go to the Town website to find multiple online services and loads of information. | |
| RECYCLING & WASTE REDUCTION | ||
Which bin should I put this in? Know what to throw with the ecomaine Recyclopedia. Stop wish-cycling and simply search the name of a waste item and @eco_maine will tell you how to recycle or dispose of it. #RecycleBetter this year and download the FREE ecomaine Recyclopedia app or visit their website
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If you would like to keep updated on happenings in the MSAD #51 schools, including short and long-term plans, please subscribe to the district's weekly newsletter by clicking here.
| NORTH YARMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | |
 | For Kids of All Ages!Introducing The Town House Mouse, by Dixie Hayes with illustrations by Sue Clukey. This new book is set in North Yarmouth. It's a great "tale" about the Old Town House's move to its new home on the Village Green—and Ike the mouse, who got caught in the middle. History and a fun story all in one! $12 each. Email nyhs1680@gmail.com for pickup/delivery info OR pick up your copy at the upcoming Special Town Meeting (Sat., Feb. 4th @10 M) & at Town Meeting in June |
| COMMUNITY NEWS | |
 | Skyline Farm's 4th Annual Sleigh Day, February 3rd24th annual Sleigh Day from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3. (Storm date is Feb. 4.) Admission is free. Dress warmly. Beginning at 11:00 a.m. Aaron & Alice Boyce and their draft horses from North Anson will give sleigh rides through Skyline’s field for $10 per person ($5 per child age 12 and under). Lunch, hot drinks, and baked goods will be offered. Donations appreciated. During the event, skilled drivers will demonstrate sleighing in the riding arena. If conditions permit, sledding will take place on a designated hill in Skyline’s field. At 2:00 p.m. there will be a guided snowshoe walk through Skyline’s woods. Bring your sleds and snowshoes, if you’d like to join in the fun! In Skyline’s carriage and sleigh museum, people can climb into a sleigh and take a photo or ring some sleigh bells! For more information, email info@skylinefarm.org. Skyline Farm is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization that offers recreational and educational opportunities for all ages in all seasons. |
Bring your sleds, skis and snowshoes, to this family fun February event! | |
 | Pantry Donations Requested The Community Food Pantry is in need of items below! Donations can be dropped off in the shopping carts located in the front entrance of the Cumberland Town Hall. Thanks for your continued support of our Community Food Pantry! Reusable bags | Canned fruit peaches | Pineapple |Mandarin oranges | Tuna fish | Peanut butter | Jam /jelly Chicken ramen noodles | Instant potatoes | Chicken and beef soups | Chowder & beef stews Broth, veg. beef, chicken | Spaghetti’ Os/Ravioli | Spaghetti/Angel hair/ pasta | Hamburger helper Spaghetti sauce | Crackers | Coffee reg. Med | K-cups reg. Med | Hot Cocoa | Brownie mix | cake mix/Frosting Pancake mix/muffin mix | Condiments Mayo/Ketchup | Kids Cereal and granola | Oatmeal packets Jell-O and pudding mix | Protein drinks | School snacks | Granola bars | Juice individuals and family size Chips | Pretzels | Tortilla chips | Dried fruit |
| PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY NEWS | |
 | PML Home Delivery Service is free for those who qualify. The PML Home Delivery Service provides free library delivery to individuals who are residents of Cumberland or North Yarmouth who are generally confined to their residence, either temporarily, due to illness or accident, or permanently, due to age, disability, or other mobility problems. Enroll online or call the library at 829-2215. |
| New library cards are HERE!Have you heard? It's (new) Card Week!! See you at library! Get all the PML news here: https://conta.cc/3U7IMDz |
 | Barn Dance! with Spruce Rooster Saturday, January 27, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wescustogo Hall & North Yarmouth Community Center No registration required. Free! Put your dancing shoes on for a fun evening with Spruce Rooster. Beginner and experienced dancers are welcome. Spruce Rooster is a string band that plays old time music, the traditional music for square dances. Tunes are usually played with some vigor. The musicians in Spruce Rooster are: Mike Bendzela- fiddle and banjo; Emma Scott-fiddle; Pete Scott- guitar and mandolin; Dan DuBourdieu- bass and guitar; and Alan Davis-banjo. The barn dance will be called by Kathryn Larson. All dances will be suitable for adults and children. Kathryn may call circle, contra, waltzes, and square dances. It’s expected that mistakes will be made. No worry, neighbors will help straighten it out. |
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