The project was downsized to include only a stretch of the street, where work is slated to start next week and wrap up before school begins.
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.
Westbrook man peddling his idea of a pub on wheels to councilors
Elliot Storey is looking for approval to operate his 15-seat bicycle on city streets as a vehicle that would serve as a tourist destination and transport.
‘Seeing Orange’ provides updates on work in Westbrook
Westbrook’s ‘Seeing Orange’ program is now up and running. The website features project updates of major works being done downtown.
Concerts a bumper crop at Conant Homestead
The historic homestead has been the host a series of concerts this summer, and the successful events means another year of music on the farm.
City looks to promote cleaner, less costly recycling
With a declining market, Westbrook is paying extra to get rid of recyclables that can’t be recycled.
City Council denies Eagles’ liquor extension
The Westbrook City Council says the club’s plans did not fit with its current zoning.
Bakery buys familiar Flo, the coffee truck
The Daily Grind in Westbrook has sold its familiar, bright orange coffee truck to Bogs Bakery, now based in Portland.
Work begins on Saccarappa Falls
Work to remove the hydropower dam and install fish passages at Saccarappa Falls in Westbrook began this week.
Moving up
Work is underway at the Westbrook restaurant, which closed in late June for the upward expansion and renovations. The restaurant is expected to open later in August with a new second floor.
Westbrook Strong runs on
Nearly 500 runners turned out Saturday for the Westbrook Strong 5K, a charity event honoring the life of the late Matthew Rairdon. Troy Hendricks, a sophomore at Saint Joseph’s College in Standish, was the top finisher.