Historical photos show Maine’s Thanksgiving generosity
Mainers have been helping each other with food donations in tough times for decades.
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Phillips, Siegel to lead Gorham Town Council
Suzanne Phillips and Seven Siegel have been reinstated as chair and vice chair, respectively.
Historical photos show Maine’s love for soccer
The sport has been popular in Maine for decades.
Gorham Notes: Gorham Sand & Gravel donating Thanksgiving fare
Gorham Sand & Gravel is donating 10 fresh turkeys and 10 hams this year to families in need. Each family is limited to one turkey or ham. Recipients must be able to pick up in Buxton between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26. To sign up, or for more details, call the…
We Love Fairs: Craft and Christmas fairs in Buxton, Gorham, Westbrook and more
Redeemer Lutheran Church Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 410 Main St., Gorham. Homemade crafts and food. St. Anne’s Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Grandma’s attic, baked goods, knits, crafts, children’s games, jewelry,…
We Love to Eat: Community meals offered in Gorham, Portland and Westbrook
Westbrook free Thanksgiving meal – Saturday, Nov. 15, 4:30 to 6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. Traditional meal with desserts. Children’s menu available. Free weekly community meal – Wednesday, Nov. 19, 5 to 6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. A hot meal plus salad, fruit, dessert and beverage is provided…
Gorham elementary school evacuated because of gas leak
Narragansett Elementary School students were dismissed early Wednesday.
Siegel, Hamblen, Dearborn win Gorham council seats
Incumbent Seven Siegel and newcomers Charles Hamblen and Kelly Dearborn won the 6-way race for 3 seats on Town Council.
Washington Academy tops final Varsity Maine volleyball poll
The Raiders edge Class A champion Gorham for the No. 1 spot after successfully defending their Class B title.
First phases get preliminary approval for Gorham fairways development
Troiano Properties, the developer, received preliminary approval from the Planning Board for Phases 1-5 that total 515 housing units.
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news from surrounding communities
No. 1 Westbrook football looking to reach school’s first title game
The Blue Blazes will have to beat B South blueblood Kennebunk, which is gunning for its third straight championship game appearance.
Westbrook breaks ground on workforce housing project
Gov. Janet Mills was on hand for the ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Final Varsity Maine girls soccer poll features a firm No. 1, finally
Bangor emerges from recent three-way tie as sole No. 1 team in last rankings of 2025.
Another showdown of top 2 teams in Varsity Maine football poll on tap
Thornton Academy will play in its third No. 1-versus-No. 2 matchup, and second against Bonny Eagle.
Cold doesn’t halt Westbrook Veterans Day ceremony
The city honored its veterans in an outdoor ceremony.
Standish officials discuss ideas for new Public Works facility
The plans are in the early stages and would feature construction of an expanded facility on the corner of Moody and Northeast roads.
Where to buy Maine-made sweet treats for the holidays
Let Maine’s best bakers and confectioners take some stress out of the season for you.
Watch Varsity Maine’s football highlights from Week 10
The best action from last week’s postseason contests.
Varsity Maine football honor roll for Week 10
The top individual performers during last week’s playoff games.
Westbrook Notes: Blue Blazes football team advances to Class B South title game
The Westbrook High School football team will clash with Kennebunk in the Class B South championship game on Friday, Nov. 14. The game is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Olmstead Field in Westbrook, 125 Stroudwater St. The Portland Press Herald reported that Gio Staples scrambled for 5 yards in the final 30 seconds as the…
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