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The Town of Cumberland wishes you a safe, healthy, and very Happy Holiday!
In observance of the holiday, Prince Memorial Library and Town Hall will be closed, Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th.
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Holiday Trash & Recycling Schedule
Christmas, December 25th – is a Thursday Holiday
Thursday and Friday routes will be pushed back a day. Thursday will be collected on Friday and Friday will be collected on Saturday.
January 1, 2025 – is a Thursday Holiday
Thursday and Friday routes will be pushed back a day. Thursday route will be collected on Friday and Friday will be collected on Saturday.
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Annual Winter Parking Ban
The Town of Cumberland's winter parking ban is in effect from today until April 1. Parking is prohibited on all public roads and streets between midnight and 7:00 am, and during any snow/ice event. Help us keep the roads clear and safe!
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Attention X-C Ski Enthusiasts
Staff is planning to groom Twin Brook after this week's storm.
As a reminder, dogs are not allowed on the Tuttle Road side of Twin Brook for the duration of ski season/ while we have groomable terrain. Dogs are permitted on the Greely Road side of the park.
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Notifications for Residents
Sign up for Cumberland news and notifications! When you visit townofcumberlandmaine.gov you will be prompted to sign up for notifications and the Cumberland Crier newsletter.
The Crier arrives Thursdays in your email, with town news and reminders.
Notify Me Notifications can be sent to you based on what YOU want know. Sign up for just urgent alerts, agendas for certain committees, job openings or more! Click on the things you want to hear about and choose email or text notifications. The website does prompt you to make a sign in so you can update your notifications anytime.
Stay in the know for your town and receive as much (or as little) as you want!
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Join our team!
The Town of Cumberland is accepting applications for a full-time patrol officer.
At the Cumberland Police Department, we don’t just wear a badge — we carry a mission. Every day, we stand committed to protecting life, preserving peace, and ensuring fairness and respect for everyone who calls Cumberland home.
This is more than a career. It’s a calling to lead with integrity, to serve with purpose, and to make a lasting impact on a community that stands with you.
As an entry-level officer with the Cumberland Police Department, you'll have access to competitive support, resources, and benefits.
Learn more and apply!
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Cardboard Recycling
There is a new dumpster for Cumberland residents at the Public Works Garage (see photo) at 23 Drowne Road! This dumpster is for cardboard only and we hope it will assist residents with the larger quantity of cardboard that they often collect at this time of year.
The dumpster will be available until mid-January!
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Sand is Available
Icy conditions are beginning again! Throughout the winter, sand is available to Cumberland residents.
Winter Sand is at TWO locations; the lower parking lot beside the Public Works Garage on Drowne Road and behind the West Cumberland Rec building on Blackstrap Road in West Cumberland.
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Tree Disposal
Looking to dispose of your tree? Christmas trees will be accepted at the Town Brush Dump, on Stiles Way, on the following days and times:
When: Monday through Friday - 8am to 3pm
Starting: Monday, January 5th
Ending: Friday, January 30th
Where: The Brush Dump at 11 Stiles Way
Closed: Weekends and Monday January 19th (Martin Luther King Holiday)
Note: Christmas Trees Only. No wreaths or swags. All decorations and manmade materials must be removed.
You do not need a Brush Dump pass to dispose of your tree. Please do not drop your trees off at any other location.
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No Driving Program December 23-January 4.
Requests will be taken starting January 2nd and rides will resume on January 5th.
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2026 Shellfish Licenses:
- Resident Recreational Licenses are unlimited and will go on sale January 1, 2026.
- Commercial License lottery January 5th, 1 Resident Commercial and 1 Non-Resident Commercial
- 25 Nonresident Recreational Licenses will be drawn by a lottery to be held January 5, 2026 at 10 am. Winners not in attendance will be notified upon completion of the lottery. To be considered for the lottery please call 207-588-9134, no later than December 28, 2025, with your name and phone number.
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Rapid Renewal aka Online Registrations:
Renewal registrations done online look differently now! They are now a WHITE registration with stickers. The stickers will have the plate # associated with the registration printed on them. If you are receiving a NEW Tree/No Tree plate the Registration will include both month and year stickers.
Any questions can be directed to the State at InforME at 207-621-2600 or the Town Clerk’s office at 207-829-5559 option 1.
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2026 Dog Registration
You can now register your dog for 2026! All dogs 6 months and older must have a license. Registrations can be done online or in person at the Town Clerk's office!
Digital reminders will be sent out, and late fees will begin February 1, 2026.
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We are hiring!
Prince Memorial Library is accepting applications for a full-time Marketing and Communications Librarian. We seek a creative and detail-oriented individual who will lead in the design of promotional materials, write copy for print and digital platforms, create graphics for social media, and maintain the library’s website. The position also supports event planning and coordination with the Community Outreach and Youth Services Librarians. Click here to learn more.
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Now on Exhibit: Quilts by Local Artists
PML is honored to host the stunning work of members of the Calico Quilters, many of whom live in Cumberland or North Yarmouth. Stop by and tour the exhibit, which can be seen in the Prince Room and also along the main corridor of the library. (You'll even find one in the children's play room). It's a feast for the eyes. You won't want to miss it. On exhibit through January 17.
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No Open Mic Night in January
No Open Mic Night on January 1. We'll resume our first-Thursday-of-the-month schedule in February: February 5, 7 p.m. at Tuttle Road Community Church. Don't miss it. It's a lot of fun. Performers, young and old, are welcome. For more information.
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Pre-K Program
MSAD #51 (Cumberland-North Yarmouth) will continue its small public Pre-K Program for 32 students (16 each session).
The program will run half days (an AM session and a PM session), four days per week (M, Tu, Th, F) for approximately 145 days during the school year. On the occasional full day Wednesday, both morning (AM) and afternoon (PM) Pre-K sessions will be held. The program is located at Mabel I. Wilson school and is in partnership with Child Development Services.
Per State law, in order to be considered your child must be 4, but not 5, years old before October 15, 2026 and you must be a resident of Cumberland or North Yarmouth.
Screenings will take place in person at Mabel I. Wilson School for eligible children during the second week of February.
If you are interested in your child being included in the Pre-K lottery, please fill out the interest application no later than Friday, January 23, 2026.
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Cumberland/North Yarmouth Lions Club Announcements
2025 Business of the Year - Cumberland Foodstop
Whenever food or expertise was ever needed during the Cumberland Fair week at the Lions Den food booth, Mark Fortin, owner of the Cumberland Food Stop and staff always stepped up to helped in the clutch. In addition, they help out the community with fundraisers by giving proceeds of pizza sales as donations. Plus they support many school organizations like Greely sports and Drama Boosters, with reduced pricing. For all these reasons, we are grateful and pleased to name the Cumberland Food Stop as the 2025 Business of the Year!
2025 Citizens of the Year - Linda and Bill Shane
Linda and Bill Shane are being honored for their steadfast support and management of the Community Food Pantry, located in Cumberland since it was founded many years ago. Linda has always emphasized it will always ‘take a village’ to keep the pantry viable. To date it has been a huge success and has served many appreciative families in our community.
Linda and Bill Shane lived in Cumberland for nearly 32 years. They raised two sons Jordan and Zachary and now boast of 5 granddaughters all under the age of 8. With Bill’s recent retirement, they have moved to South Carolina to be near their children and grandchildren. The Cumberland/North Yarmouth Lions wants to honor the Shane’s commitment to the Food Pantry and our community over the years! Thank you!
2025 - 2026 Peace Poster contest winner - With a theme of “Together As One,” this year’s winner is 6th grade GMS student Dana Keene.
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Intersection UPDATE
The MaineDOT is DELAYING the intersection change at Tuttle Road and Middle Road until this coming SPRING.
We appreciate your patience as we wait for better conditions. Winter conditions make it difficult to paint lines or keep signage securely in place. This could lead to more safety issues as drivers try to stop quickly in ice and snow.
Please, continue to approach the intersection with caution this winter. Stop signs will remain only on Middle Road. We will notify the community when the 4-Way stop is implemented this spring. Thank you for driving safely!
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Town Forest Story Walk
Don't forget there is a book up in the Town Forest Story Walk! Bundle up and enjoy - "The Lights that Dance in the Night" by Yuval Zommer!
The Town Forest Story Walk is located behind Town Hall at 290 Tuttle Road. Happy walking and reading!
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The Maine Department of Transportation will be working on the replacement of the Tuttle Road bridge over I-295 and US Route 1 starting this week. The work is scheduled to be completed by September 2027.
Traffic will see minimal impact until next summer when the new approach work will begin and alternating one way traffic controlled by flaggers will commence. Traffic is expected to be moved onto the new bridge late next year with the demolition of the old bridge and cleanup extending into 2027.
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