Seeking public trails input Gorham Conservation Commission will host a public meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, to hear community comments on the expansion of Cross Town Trail. Potential trail alignments will be presented. The meeting will be livestreamed at gocat.org. The town hopes to “increase trail connectivity, encourage active transportation use, […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Posted inAmerican Journal
Combined budget plans raise taxes 11.4% in Westbrook
Inflation, a reduction in state funding and a decline in revenues are among the challenges the city faces, said acting Mayor David Morse.
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Gorham sows action to save, support farmland
The council asked the Finance Committee to review programs available to assist the town’s working farms.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Bonny Eagle budget $62.8M, taxes up 6%
Tax rates vary by town in the region, depending on the town’s total property valuations.
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We Love to Eat: April 4
Free community meal – Saturday, April 6, 4:30-6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. African food, hosted by New Mainers of God’s Peace Assembly. Kids menu available. Gray bean supper – Saturday, April 6, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary, 15 Lewiston Road, Gray. Beans, chop suey, red hot dogs, coleslaw, casseroles, biscuits, punch and […]
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Westbrook Notes: March 28
Don’s Lunch is back Manager Craig Bernier hosted the “reopening” of Don’s Lunch on Monday at 616 Main St., at the building that housed the former River’s Edge Deli. Don’s Lunch Van was a familiar sight around Westbrook in the past, parked at various locations over the years, including Cavallaro’s Auto Repair, Bernie’s Auto and […]
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We Love to Eat: March 28
Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, March 30, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation, $5 children, $20 family. Takeout available. Senior lunch – Wednesday, April 3, noon, St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Social time at 11:30 a.m. $4 suggested donation. Community meal – Wednesday, April 3, 5-6 […]
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Gorham Notes: March 28
GHS theater crew praised Gorham High School’s arts teachers and the 37 cast members and crew of the school’s recent stage production of “Mamma Mia” were recognized and praised by the Town Council March 12. Several students from the cast and crew attended the council meeting and received certificates. Bike rodeo The recreation department is […]
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Buxton Notes: March 28
Reminder: Easter egg hunt Kids can meet the Easter Bunny at a free Easter egg hunt for ages 10 and under this Saturday at the Tory Hill soccer field, hosted by the Dorcas Society of Hollis and Buxton. The event starts at 10 a.m. at the soccer field on Route 202 in Buxton. There will […]