Westbrook Strong 5K donated the life-like mannequins to the medical occupation program at Westbrook Regional Vocational Center.
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.
At-large Portland council candidates share stances on housing, shelters, other priorities
The four men are running to replace council veteran Nick Mavodones.
Newcomer challenges Westbrook council president for Ward 4 seat
Both candidates on the November ballot cite the need for more housing in the city.
Communication, transparency at center of At-large Westbrook School Committee race
Challenger Tracey Sardella looks to unseat incumbent Suzanne Salisbury.
Westbrook adds optional COVID pool testing for grades K-6
The testing will become available in about two weeks.
Westbrook voters to decide on councilor, three school committee seats
Ranked-choice voting for local elections is also on the November ballot.
Yarmouth volunteers working to ward off tree-killing beetle
The Tree Committee is launching an education campaign to make residents aware of the emerald ash borer and its threat to the town’s landscape.
North Yarmouth’s Old Town House completion a year away
The North Yarmouth Historical Society broke ground Monday for a foundation at the new site in the town center.
Fundraiser will help New Mainers, veterans in need furnish homes
Westbrook-based nonprofit Furniture Friends plans a virtual slumber party fundraiser to assist in its efforts to provide furniture to low-income residents in Greater Portland.
Yarmouth considers leash law for Royal River Park
The town council appears in favor of the new restriction, with a number of councilors saying leashes should be required elsewhere in town, too.