Game warden, K-9 honored Game Warden Michael Latti and K-9 Luna of the Limerick/Gorham district has received the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife’s Search and Rescue of the Year award. “The team was recognized for their work in finding 75-year-old Joseph Nolan of Etna, who became lost while going to check his game […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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We Love Fairs and Sales: May 4
Spring indoor yard and bake sale – Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Longfellow Place, 80 Longfellow St., Westbrook. Crafts, used items, baked goods, raffles, white elephant table. Coffee and doughnuts until 10:30 a.m., hot dogs and pasta salad, 11 a.m. Two-day book sale – Friday, May 5, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., […]
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We Love to Eat: May 4
Bean supper – Saturday, May 6, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary, 15 Lewiston Road, Gray. Beans, chop suey, red hot dogs, coleslaw, casseroles, homemade biscuits, butter, punch and coffee. $12; $6 ages 5-11; free under 5. Free community meal – Wednesday, May 10, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Face masks and social […]
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Westbrook homeowners face 8.8% tax increase
The tax hike resulting from the proposed municipal and school budgets is believed to be the largest the city has seen, the mayor says.
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Master plan approved for Little Falls/South Windham revitalization
Recommendations in the plan for the once thriving community include narrower travel lanes, sidewalks, public art and increased access to the river.
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Westbrook Little Leaguers honor vets
Opening ceremonies last weekend include a special tribute to veterans.
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Westbrook Notes: April 27
Profenno’s, Frog and Turtle pizza winners A large turnout of hungry pizza connoisseurs at last week’s Westbrook-Gorham Rotary Club Pizza Challenge judged Profenno’s Pizzeria and Pub’s as the best tasting and Frog and Turtle’s “Bacon Got Better” pie as the most creative. In other prizes, Lorraine Faherty won two round-trip Jet Blue tickets, courtesy of […]
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Gorham Notes: April 27
Farmers market opens next week Cherry Hill Farmers Market at lower Main Street (Route 25) in Gorham will open for the season on Wednesday, May 3. Products include meat, produce, flowers and crafts. The outdoor market, next to Sebago Brewing Company, will be open 2-6 p.m. every Wednesday through September with free parking. Food trucks […]
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Buxton Notes: April 27
Free wellness fair Buxton Recreation Department is hosting an age-friendly wellness fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 27, at Buxton Town Hall, 185 Portland Road. Buxton businesses and organizations will provide tips for overall well-being. The event includes door prizes, raffles and refreshments. For more information, call 929-8381 or visit buxtonrec.com. Taxes […]
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We Love to Eat: April 27
Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, April 29, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation; $5 children; $20 family. Takeout available. Free community meal – Wednesday, May 3, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Face masks and social distancing. Senior meal – Wednesday, May 3, 11:30 a.m. […]