Face masks optional in town buildings

Wearing face masks in Gorham’s municipal facilities is now optional as of March 7 because the town’s transmission level is medium, according to the CDC.

Masks will continue to be available for individuals who want to wear one.

If the county transmission level returns to high, the town’s mask policy may be reevaluated.

Residents can monitor current COVID-19 transmission rates in Cumberland County at shorturl.at/fvJS7.

Water district vacancy

Nomination papers are available at the town clerk’s office to fill a vacant Portland Water District seat representing Gorham.

The seat became available because of a resignation and the term will expire in November. The election is June 14.

Any registered Gorham voter can submit nomination papers with at least 25 signatures but no more than 100 by 1 p.m. April 15 at the town clerk’s office, 75 South St.

For more information or questions, call 222-1670.

Fair vendors wanted

White Rock Grange #380 is now accepting applications for its Spring Vendor/Craft Fair, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 9 at 33 Wilson Road.

Over two dozen crafters and vendors are coming together offering items for Easter, Mother’s Day, hostess gifts, “just because” gifts and more.

For more details, see the Grange’s Facebook page at facebook.com/whiterockgrange380.

50 years ago

The American Journal reported March 8, 1972, that Mr. and Mrs. Joey Bouchard were to chaperone a ski trip to Vermont planned by the Catholic Youth Fellowship at St. Anne’s Church.

U.S. taxpayer debt

The Bureau of the Fiscal Service reported on March 3 that the U.S. public debt was $30,245,916,343,005.77.