Art Call for artists for Bridgton’s Art in the Park, Shorey Park, July 16. Spaces for 37 artists and four nonprofit organizations. Information and an application to exhibit at gallery302.com. A paper application can also be picked up at Gallery 302, 112 Main St., Bridgton. Gallery 302, 112 Main St., Bridgton, open noon-4 p.m. Thursday, […]
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 20
Town seeks proposals to preserve local rural land Gorham is looking for potentially developable land in the rural district to be preserved from future development, with or without conservation stakeholders. “This request for information provides prospective respondents with enough information to submit a complete request,” the town said in an announcement on its website. Those […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 20
Explore your life’s story at memoir-writing workshop A series of memoir-writing workshops is being offered at the West Buxton Public Library via Zoom. On Wednesday, Jan. 26, participants will get acquainted and learn Zoom procedures and workshop guidelines. Writing prompts and a fun exercise will also be included. Guest presenter Elizabeth Peavey will discuss “How […]
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 20
Historical society now open twice a week The Westbrook Historical Society, 426 Bridge St., is now open from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Saturdays. The headquarters and museum can be open by special appointment for group meetings or research by calling 854-5588. Library friends to meet Friends of Walker Memorial Library will hold its monthly […]
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Arts Calendar: Jan. 20-30
Art Patty Sawyer, fiber art and quilting, new artist at Gallery 302, 112 Main St., Bridgton. For more information, call 647-2787 or visit gallery302.com. Film Magic Lantern movie theater, 9 Depot St., Bridgton. See magiclanternmovies.com/nowplaying for listings. Music Chase Jobe, 5-8 p.m. every Sunday in January, Skip’s Lounge, 288 Narragansett Trail, Buxton. Free. Jan. 28 […]
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 13
Leading the way High school switches to remote learning An outbreak of COVID-19 canceled in-person learning at Gorham High School until Jan. 12 due to the number of staff who contracted the virus earlier this week. A posting on the school district’s website said the situation would be reevaluated Wednesday afternoon to determine the status […]
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 13
Seniors to be entertained Westbrook Senior Citizens President Michelle LeClerc said the club will meet at 12:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., following a meal at noon. Shrimp scampi with garlic bread, tossed salad and fruit will be served. This meal is for members who have preordered, LeClerc said. […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 13
Police urge motorists to remove snow from vehicles Buxton Police in a recent Facebook posting reminded drivers to clear snow and ice from their windshields and vehicles before heading out. “It is a violation of law to drive with an obstructed view, like a frost-covered window,” the posting said. “Provisions of Maine law also prohibit […]
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Lakes Region Sportsman: Ice angling starts in earnest
While the big lake hasn’t seen any ice yet, I remain confident at least Jordan Bay will lock up by February. But anglers itching to get on the ice need not despair; there are a few smaller lakes and ponds worthy of setting a tip-up or two. Close by in Standish, the Otter Pond chain […]
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We Love to Eat: Jan. 13
Free community meal – Wednesday, Jan. 19, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church and Wayside Food Services. An option for takeout will also be available. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Jan. 29, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation $8; $4, child; $20, […]