The town’s old system was unable to treat wastewater, as it was only handling graywater, household water without major contaminants.
Rory Sweeting
Staff Writer
Rory, an experienced reporter from western Massachusetts, joined the Maine Trust for Local News in October 2024. He is a community reporter for Windham, Raymond, Casco, Bridgton, Naples, Standish, Gray, New Gloucester and other towns in the Lakes Region. Rory previously reported for the Greenfield Recorder in Greenfield, Mass., and the Deerfield Valley News in Wilmington, Vt. He holds a bachelor’s degree in professional and creative writing from Goucher College in Maryland.
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Standish narrowly votes down moratorium on large-scale subdivisions
After a lengthy debate, Standish voted down a moratorium on large-scale housing, 3-2. The moratorium would have suspended the approval of such projects for 180 days to allow for revisions to the town’s impact fee ordinance.
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North Windham sewer project progressing
North Windham recently established a Tax-Increment Financing District to pay for their new sewer system, a major step forward in a years-long project.
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Longtime Gray planning director to retire next year
Douglas Webster is retiring from the role of planning director after 17 years of public service in Gray. Some of his notable accomplishments include the redevelopment of the Henry Pennell School, as well as the adoption of a Consistent Comprehensive Plan.
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Fidium Fiber expands coverage in Windham, Lakes Region
Fidium Fiber will expand its fiber network into the Lakes Region. Advocates say that the fiber connection will vastly improve local internet connectivity and spur economic growth.
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Lakes Region towns see mixed results on ballot measures
Several Lakes Region towns voted on ballot measures pertaining to infrastructure improvements and local government reform.
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Food drive takes place at polling places on Election Day
Thanks for Giving Maine held its annual Election Day food drive across several towns in the Lakes Region and beyond. All proceeds from the charity go toward local food banks.
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Standish athlete enters Little East Conference Hall of Fame
Peyton Dostie of Standish was recently inducted into the Little East Conference Hall of Fame for her athletic achievements at the University of Southern Maine.
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New Gloucester farm hosts biennial ‘Running of the Brides’ fundraiser
Misty Coolidge, Mrs. USA 2022 and owner of Coolidge Family Farm in New Gloucester, hosted the “Running of the Brides” 3K to raise money for a local food bank.
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Bridgton Historical Society hosts historic graveyard tour
The Bridgton Historical Society held a tour of the High Street Cemetery to celebrate Halloween. There, they honored several noble and ignoble residents, mentioning both their contributions to the town and their place in wider American history.