WINDHAM — After 16 years in the position and a 39-year career in education, RSU 14 Superintendent Sandy Prince will “be greatly missed” when he retires June 30. Prince said education is “one of the most rewarding fields that I have seen.” “I truly think we make a difference on behalf of children. It’s so […]
Jane Vaughan
Jane Vaughan has been a reporter with the Lakes Region Weekly since 2018. She covers nine towns in the Lakes Region and a variety of topics, including local politics and education stories across five school districts. She has experience working in print, digital, and radio journalism and enjoys telling stories across platforms. She holds a BA in English from Wellesley College. Outside of work, Jane enjoys swimming, boxing, and spending time outside. She lives in Cape Elizabeth.
Brewery plans April opening
NEW GLOUCESTER — The community-focused brewery that originally planned to launch in October is nearing the home stretch and plans to open its doors in April. NU Brewery (pronounced “new”), founded by President Chris Ventimiglia of Freeport and CEO Russell Voss of New Gloucester, will be located at 437 Lewiston Road. The pair will create unique […]
Windham/Raymond school superintendent announces retirement
WINDHAM — RSU14 Superintendent Sandy Prince announced his retirement Thursday after 16 years in the role and a 39-year career in education. Prince, who was hired as superintendent for the Windham/Raymond school district in 2003, will retire June 30. He said in a letter to the community that he hopes “the district will have ample […]
RSU 14 updates harassment reporting procedures
WINDHAM — The RSU 14 Board of Directors has adopted new reporting procedures for allegations of harassment and discrimination to ensure that allegations are properly investigated and that the district is in accordance with state and federal guidelines. The old procedures were from 2008-2009, said Chris Howell, assistant superintendent of the Windham-Raymond school district. In […]
Windham delays reopening of town manager search
WINDHAM — The town will wait for spring to reopen its search for a town manager and Interim Town Manager Don Gerrish will remain in his position until June, when the budget is adopted. The Town Council originally expected to appoint a new manager the week of Jan. 14-18. The town advertised the position in November, […]
Symposium focuses on keeping Sebago Lake healthy
STANDISH — Speakers at the Sebago Lake Symposium Feb. 2 advised attendees to help protect the health of the lake, urging “everybody (to do) their own small part.” The event was created to encourage collaboration and discussion between scientists and residents about the lake and its future. Speakers included members of the Maine Department of Inland […]
New bistro born out of love for son
GRAY — Maine-Tex grilled salsa has a new permanent home at Maine-Tex Bistro in Gray, which celebrated its grand opening Jan. 26. Windham resident Stephanie Lay and her severely autistic son Bryce began making grilled salsa out of their home in 2014. It was so popular that it took mere months for the salsa to end […]
Conditions look good for upcoming fishing derbies
Favorable conditions leading up to the Cumberland County and Sebago Lake Fishing Derbies are pointing to a successful time on the ice Feb. 16-17, according to the president of Sebago Lake Rotary Club, the derbies’ sponsor. “Last year, we ended up with 18 inches of ice. This year, it’s looking really good. We keep track […]
Windham residents upset over inaction on mineral extraction
WINDHAM — Residents were frustrated by the lack of action on the part of the Planning Board at its meeting Monday night, with one asking “How many times do we all have to come here and tell you we don’t want any more mineral extractions?” The board considered two sets of amendments to town ordinances. The […]
Pot panel leader blames council for its bias
WINDHAM — The chairwoman of the Retail Adult-Use and Medical Marijuana Establishments Task Force says the fact that the group is one-sided is “on the (Town) Council.” All six of the community members on the nine-member task force have a financial interest in the industry, whether as the owner of a marijuana-related business or as a licensed […]