Heidi Huynh, headed to Wellesley College in the fall, is a respected leader among her high school classmates, her co-principal 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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Board-dom over boredom: Brunswick kids’ chess club a hit
K-8 members of the Brunswick Scholastic Chess Club have been ranking high in online tournaments and are eager for in-person contests.
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Apartments approved for former golf course in Westbrook
Twenty-two units will be built on the site of the Twin Falls Golf Club in Westbrook.
Posted inCoastal Journal
Community Day in Bath to kick off summer, celebrate support
Canceled last year due to the pandemic, organizers say they are excited to give residents a chance to get outside and have fun.
Posted inAmerican Journal
General Assistance use in Westbrook surges during pandemic
The General Assistance director said 44% more people are receiving the aid and that the demographics of the recipients has changed.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook school officials, residents push for $1.3 million increase in budget
School supporters decry Westbrook mayor’s proposed $420,000 in cuts to the district’s spending plan.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Brunswick free clinic needs staff to expand dental program
Oasis Free Clinics is trying to get its dental clinic back up to speed, but the pandemic and a lack of volunteers is making that difficult.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook opens state’s first city business retention and expansion program
The program is designed to connect businesses with resources and solutions to common problems so they can stay and grow in Westbrook.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Mayor wants Westbrook school budget cut by $420,000
Westbrook Mayor Mike Foley presented a $27.4 million municipal budget to the City Council that decreases the city’s portion of the property tax rate.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook schools need to plan now for grant purchases’ future expense, accounting manager says
About $5.5 million in federal funds has been spent so far.