The use of the Westbrook center has more than doubled in the past few years, and its expansion into Biddeford is providing a much-needed service, the Biddeford mayor says.
Chance Viles
Chance Viles is a staff writer for the American Journal, covering Westbrook. He is a UMass Amherst graduate, studying journalism and political science. Chance spent a few years covering towns and cities throughout Massachusetts before moving to Portland. He enjoys all things weird, spicy food, and can probably be found walking around with his cameras.
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Pandemic strains Westbrook school band program
Westbrook High School’s band director says it will take at least five years to rebuild the program to its pre-pandemic strength.
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Double the lights, double the dazzle in Westbrook
Residents will see the holiday displays by ‘Decoration Doug’ Eaton and his team of installers come to light next week.
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Adjustable hoops, batting cage added to Westbrook Community Center gym
New basketball hoops in the gym are retractable and can be lowered to serve younger ballers.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook Community Center cooking in style with kitchen upgrades
The recently completed project could lead to additional culinary programs at the center.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Drawing determines Mazer winner of at-large council seat in Portland
A recount in the Brandon Mazer-Roberto Rodriguez race has been scheduled for Tuesday.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Tied tally for at-large Portland council seat to be decided by random drawing
A push to limit the size of homeless shelters in the city fails at the polls and voters elect District 1 and District 2 councilors.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Two incumbents, one newcomer win Westbrook School Committee seats
Jessica Foley was the sole winner among the candidates who hoped to bring a “new voice” to the board; Katy Rice ran unopposed to replace Steve Berry.
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Rairdon reelected to third term on Westbrook council
The Ward 4 councilor and council president says the number of people speaking out about city-school collaboration “speaks volumes.”
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook residents approve local ranked-choice voting
About 63% of voters were in favor of municipal ranked-choice voting, which will be used in mayoral, City Council and School Committee races.