Westbrook property owners will see a 3-cent reduction in the tax rate.
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.
Posted inAmerican Journal
$2.3 million Westbrook Common project moves forward
The City Council also reviews plans for $2 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds and expands the senior property tax assistance program.
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Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Former Penobscot chief brings Native art, culture to Brunswick kids
Barry Dana started his artist in residency program at elementary schools this week.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Old-time media shaped modern view of Maine, Bath curator says
The Maine Maritime Museum’s new exhibit focuses on early print media and how it influenced how the world sees the state today.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Solar arrays, credit union branch approved for Westbrook
The Planning Board also OK’d a plan for apartments above the Daily Grind on Main Street.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Play is on the way at Westbrook’s Lincoln Street rink
The four-season facility for soccer, futsal, hockey and skating is expected to open June 10.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Southern Forecaster
Westbrook jeweler has designs on greater good
In his work, Ebenezer Akakpo strives to make connections between his home country of Ghana and his new home in Maine and to help others at the same time.
Posted inCoastal Journal
Topsham gauging interest in community center
A survey of residents is the first step toward considering a community center for the town, the Board of Selectmen chairman says.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Portland Forecaster
Noise issues remain hurdle to summer concerts at Rock Row
To host a limited number of shows, organizers must first receive Westbrook Planning Board approval of a noise plan, ensure they have enough employees and find available performing artists.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Business momentum picking up at Brunswick’s beleaguered Cook’s Corner
Brunswick’s economic development director hopes that with new businesses moving in and infrastructure improvements, the town can combat “disinvestment” in the commercial service district.