Costumes encouraged for Run the River 5K Discover Downtown Westbrook is again sponsoring its Run the River 5K, Canine 5K and 1K fun run for kids age 10 and younger. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, at Riverbank Park on Main Street. Organizers are encouraging participants to “dress as a […]
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Meadowbrook Equestrian Center recovering after devastating fire
In the wake of the 220-year-old barn being destroyed, the Naples-based center has seen an outpouring of support.
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Sagadahoc County hires caseworker to connect locals with help they need
Sagadahoc County Commissioners approved opioid settlement funds to hire a professional who helps access the resources and services, from addiction help to heating aid.
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New Cape Elizabeth community group supports hands-on learning
Business, nonprofit and community leaders are invited to join the Greater Cape School and Community Alliance to help connect students with learning outside the classroom.
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Sudden shuttering of South Portland electronics repair shop leaves customers in lurch
Gretchen Ascher brought her family heirloom record player to New England Hi-Fi for repair more than a year ago. The shop closed, and she doesn’t know where it is.
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South Portland air quality study finds above-average levels of toxic chemical around tank farms
At the fence line of the Pearl Street tank farm, benzene levels were higher than the state’s ambient average guideline. But the full study has yet to be completed.
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Bigfoot enthusiasts talk legends and close encounters at festival in Eustis
The 2-day festival celebrating Bigfoot kicked off Saturday with expert speakers, vendors and more.
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Gorham Notes: Town’s 261st birthday is next week
Gorham turns 261 Gorham celebrates its birthday on Oct. 30, according to “McLellan’s History of Gorham,” when it was was officially incorporated as a town in 1764. It was previously considered a plantation. Gorham was a land grant named Narragansett No. 7 awarded to 120 soldiers and/or their heirs for military service during the King […]
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Sawyer Road, linking Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth, will not be cut off
The proposed $2 million road removal and marsh restoration project was effectively defeated when towns came to different decisions about its future.
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South Portland police revive women’s self-defense classes
The first two classes filled up in record time.