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Cape Elizabeth blooms during 2025 garden tour

by Dana Richie July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

Meet the gardeners of 4 lawns that were open to visitors this past Saturday.

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Scarborough affordable housing project potentially dead in water

by Dana Richie July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

The Town Council voted to reject a Credit Enhancement Agreement for a 50-unit affordable housing project for seniors 55 and older.

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Westbrook Notes: Canal School playground features United States map

by Robert Lowell July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

Rotary paints U.S. map at Canal School Canal School students in Grades K-4 will find a new addition to their playground when school resumes after summer vacation. A map of the United States has been painted on the pavement. The Westbrook-Gorham Rotary Club contributed the artistic work. The map was produced to inspire “learning and […]

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Reception for Portland Press Herald photography exhibit among upcoming events at Graves Library in Kennebunkport

by Staff Report July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

Banjo Jimmy returns to Graves Library Banjo Jimmy will perform some adventure tunes and other family favorites at Graves Memorial Library in Kennebunkport. Shows will be on Thursday, July 24, and Thursday July 31, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. All ages are welcome to the rain-or-shine event. Preregistration is encouraged. Parking is available on Maine […]

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We Love to Eat: Community meals offered in Buxton, Gray and Westbrook

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

Buxton haddock buffet supper – Saturday, July 26, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation, $5 children, $20 family. Takeout available. Free weekly community meal – Wednesday, July 30, 5 to 6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. A hot meal plus salad, fruit, dessert and beverage […]