Rain is expected Thursday and Friday, but the heaviest showers should wrap up before it’s time for trick-or-treating, forecasters say.
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New aerospace, maritime industry facilities open on Brunswick Landing
The two new facilities were described as pipelines for Maine’s youth to enter the shipbuilding and aerospace fields.
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Westbrook claims the inaugural River Bowl trophy
Blue Blazes down Gorham, 12-10, in football rivalry.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
How Mainers are stepping up to help neighbors, food pantries ahead of SNAP funding lapse
Local organizations are trying to bridge the gap for the nearly 170,000 Maine residents who won’t get food stamps in November — and they’re already seeing a swell in much-needed donations and volunteers.
Posted inElections, Local & State, Nation & World, News, Politics
Graham Platner’s campaign manager steps down, cites wife’s pregnancy
Although unrelated to recent controversies, Kevin Brown’s departure is the latest shake-up for the political newcomer’s insurgent bid for U.S. Senate.
Posted inFact Brief, Local & State, Nation & World, News
Are 40% of homeless people veterans? | Fact brief
The number of homeless veterans fell 8% nationwide between 2023 and 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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We Love Fairs: Community events in Gorham, Scarborough, Westbrook and Windham
Gorham craft and vendor fair – Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Shaw Gym, 75 South St., Gorham. More than 50 vendors and free kids activities. Westbrook Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Anthony Parish at St. Hyacinth’s Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Baked goods, books, […]
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Is the Resilient Yards program your call to action? | Our Sustainable City
In the face of intersecting global catastrophes, connection to our local ecosystem and our neighbors offers a way through the overwhelming uncertainty. Sense of place — the way we perceive and attach meaning to places — impacts how we choose to engage with, inhabit, and collectively care for our community. Built through experiences and relationships, […]
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We Love to Eat: Community meals in Buxton, Gorham, Gray, Westbrook and Windham
Gorham bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 1, 4 to 5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Eat in or takeout. Baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert. $12, $6 under age 12. Follow facebook.com/whiterockcommunityclub for updates. Gray bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 1, 5 to 6 […]
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Maine could vote on stripping protections for transgender students in 2026
The proposed initiative aims to enforce President Donald Trump’s stance on the culture-war issue that sparked a battle with Maine and has polled well for conservatives.