The City Council also takes a step toward improving the city forest and decides to apply for grants to fix the Lincoln Street boat ramp.
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.
Cash infusion aids pantry’s fight against hunger
The Westbrook Food Pantry recently received a $15,000 donation from the Oxford Casino, which will go toward addressing food insecurity in the community.
Former Holly’s to become auto detail shop
Cory Sterling of VW Garage across the street bought the former station at 380 Main St.
Voter registration mailings concern some residents
Voters in Cumberland County may have received mailings claiming they are not registered to vote, but they are.
City officials celebrate at Inaugural Ball
The ball was resurrected after a six-year hiatus.
Hotel joins Rock Row
Waterstone Properties today announced that an Element by Westin has signed on to the Rock Row development.
Westbrook High School to stick with co-principals for time being
The team approach to the administration at Westbrook High School is going well, according to the three co-principals, with a lot of positive feedback about improved communication.
Church’s MLK Day of Service benefits those in need
St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Westbrook provides warm meals, health checks, legal advice and cosmetic services.
Westbrook opens state’s first municipal Veteran Services office
The office at the Community Center is up and running to help veterans access benefits and services owed to them.