Middle school hosts Ohio author Gorham Middle School librarian Suzanne Dix wrote in an email to Westbrook-Gorham Now that author Margaret Peterson Haddix spoke to teachers and students at the school April 16 during Spirit Week and before vacation. “In the audience were Harry Potters, Little Red Riding Hoods and many a character from the […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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We Love to Eat: Community meals in Westbrook, Buxton and more
Buxton haddock supper buffet – Saturday, April 26, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation, $5 child and $20 family. Takeout available. Casco Saturday night supper – Saturday, April 26, 4:30-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Road, Casco. Traditional supper with baked beans, salads, and […]
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Westbrook approves multistory, mixed-use development on Dana Street
The project features three interconnected buildings with 76 one-bedroom units, 25 two-bedroom units and nine studios.
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Preliminary Gorham municipal budget would lower tax rate
A public hearing and budget vote is expected to be held May 13.
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Gorham school budget could come with lowest tax impact in 10 years
The School Committee passed its proposed budget unanimously last week. A Town Council vote is upcoming.
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Back to the earth in Westbrook with an Earth Day fair
An Earth Day celebration is planned for Tuesday, April 22, at Westbrook Common.
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Buxton Notes: Town Hall closed on Patriots Day
Closed for Patriots Day observance Buxton Town Hall, 185 Portland Road, will be closed on Monday, April 21, and the adjacent Transfer Station will be closed on April 22. Departments closed on April 21 will be Public Works, recreation and administrative offices for police and fire/rescue. Free Easter egg hunt reminder The Dorcas Society of […]
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Westbrook Notes: Craft swap at Walker Memorial Library
Craft swap Walker Memorial Library, 800 Main St., is hosting a craft swap from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the historic wing. A social media post says to “bring in your gently-used craft supplies to swap with treasures of others.” “Let’s reduce waste, share the creativity, and connect with fellow makers,” the library Friends’ […]
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We Love to Eat
Free community meal – Saturday, April 19, 4:30-6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. Chicken stir fry, salad and desserts. Kids menu available. Free weekly community meal – Wednesday, April 23, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. A hot meal plus salad, fruit, dessert and beverage is provided by Trinity Lutheran […]
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Gorham Notes: High school parking shrinks
Tighter high school parking expected Gorham High School Principal Brian Jandreau said in a recent letter to the school community that he is working with education and town officials about parking plans for next year. The high school has 240 numbered spaces with 117 of those reserved for staff. The number of spaces is shrinking, […]