Presidential primary Residents can request an absentee ballot for the March 5 presidential primary at gorham-me.org. Ballots will be mailed out early this month. Maine, effective Jan. 1, became a semi-open primary, allowing unenrolled voters to vote in primaries. Voters who are not enrolled in a party may choose to vote in one party’s primary. […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
Posted inAmerican Journal, The Forecaster
We Love to Eat: Feb. 1
Gorham bean supper – Saturday, Feb. 3, 4-5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Takeout options available, no pre-orders. Baked kidney and pea beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert. $10, $5 under 12. Gray bean supper – Saturday, Feb. 3, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary, 15 […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal
Outgoing Westbrook mayor confident he’s leaving city in good hands
City Council President David Morse will be the acting mayor until a replacement is found for Mayor Michael Foley, who is resigning to become town manager in Gray.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Buxton Police Department earns distinguished accreditation
The department is now among 26 law enforcement agencies in the state recognized for adhering to best practices.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Local Democrats to caucus this weekend
The Gorham Democratic Party will caucus from 3-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, at the Gorham Recreation Department, 75 South St. The Hollis and Buxton Democratic Party will caucus at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4, at Buxton Town Hall, 185 Portland Road, Buxton. The Westbrook Democratic Party, will caucus at 4:30 p.m., Feb. 4, […]
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 25
Tree seedlings for kids Local kids can sign up at Walker Memorial Library for a chance to receive a free tree seedling to plant. The seedlings will be ready for pickup around Earth Day, April 22. Participants can have planting instructions and species information emailed. The program is open to kids who live in Westbrook […]
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 25
Historical calendars The 2024 Gorham Historical Society calendars are available for $10 at the Town Clerk’s Office at the municipal center and at Baxter Memorial Library. The calendar features photos of historic Gorham, including some places that no longer exist. Historical tidbit Gorham settlers in the winter of 1760 herded their cattle and horses to […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
We Love to Eat: Jan. 25
‘Let it Snow’ supper – Saturday, Jan. 27, 4:30-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Road, Casco. Casseroles, hot dogs, baked beans, salads and dessert. $12, $5 under 9. Church supper – Saturday, Jan. 27, 5 p.m., First Congregational Church of Gray, 5 Brown St., Gray. Casseroles, salad, baked pea beans, […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 25
Democratic caucus The Buxton and Hollis Democratic caucus is set for 1 p.m. Feb. 4 at Buxton Town Hall. The doors open at noon for caucus registration and refreshments will be served. Two state senators running for reelection, Donna Bailey, who represents Buxton, and Henry Ingwersen, who represents Hollis, will participate as will House District […]
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Robie Park improvement plan ready for review in Gorham
Proposed amenities include a gateway, restrooms, bike racks, a shaded picnic area, loop trail, new trees and benches.