James Boyle, a former state senator, will represent part of Gorham and part of Scarborough in the Legislature.
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 13
Leading the way High school switches to remote learning An outbreak of COVID-19 canceled in-person learning at Gorham High School until Jan. 12 due to the number of staff who contracted the virus earlier this week. A posting on the school district’s website said the situation would be reevaluated Wednesday afternoon to determine the status […]
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 13
Seniors to be entertained Westbrook Senior Citizens President Michelle LeClerc said the club will meet at 12:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., following a meal at noon. Shrimp scampi with garlic bread, tossed salad and fruit will be served. This meal is for members who have preordered, LeClerc said. […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 13
Police urge motorists to remove snow from vehicles Buxton Police in a recent Facebook posting reminded drivers to clear snow and ice from their windshields and vehicles before heading out. “It is a violation of law to drive with an obstructed view, like a frost-covered window,” the posting said. “Provisions of Maine law also prohibit […]
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Gorham won’t shovel sidewalk snow removal on to property owners
The Town Council holds off on an ordinance that would require residents to clear snow from abutting walkways.
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We Love to Eat: Jan. 13
Free community meal – Wednesday, Jan. 19, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church and Wayside Food Services. An option for takeout will also be available. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Jan. 29, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation $8; $4, child; $20, […]
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 6
Fond farewell given to school resource officer Staff and students surprised School Resource Officer Dennis Lowe with a farewell sendoff on his last day at the middle school. Lowe came to the Westbrook Police Department in 2017; prior to that he had worked for the Indianapolis (Indiana) Police Department. In his time with Westbrook, Lowe […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 6
Volunteers needed to fill town vacancies Town Clerk John Myers announced the Select Board is looking for residents to serve on the following boards and committees: Board of Appeals, Saco River Cable Committee, Bonny Eagle Park, Carroll Park and the Ancient Cemetery Committee. Those interested in any of these positions should send a letter of […]
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 6
Town employee retires after more than a quarter century The town wished Larry Irish a happy retirement last week after 28 years with the Public Works Department. Irish began working for Gorham in 1991. “His experience and talent are unmatched. We will miss his face around the building, but wish him the best in all […]
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Review stalls proposed agri-events ordinance for Gorham
Under the proposal, farms would be allowed to hold weddings and other large events.