Veterans Day ceremony to include musical tributes, readings American Legion Posts 62 and 197 are jointly organizing a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, at Riverbank Park on Main Street. Arty Ledoux, the city’s veterans service officer, will serve as emcee and Mayor Michael Foley will deliver a proclamation. Ledoux will introduce post […]
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Gorham Notes: Nov. 4
Village school reopens after COVID-19 flare-up Village Elementary School in Gorham reopened Tuesday, a day after it was closed “to tighten” safety procedures in the cafeteria in the wake of five active cases of COVID-19 at the school, Principal Jodi Mezzanotte said. The number rose to six cases at the school on Tuesday, according to […]
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Buxton Notes: Nov. 4
Public comment sought in search for new SAD 6 superintendent Maine School Management Association, which is overseeing the search for the next superintendent in School Administrative District 6, will hear public comment during an in-person forum at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, in the cafeteria at Bonny Eagle Middle School, 92 Sokokis Trail, Buxton. The […]
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We Love to Eat: Nov. 4
Bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 6, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary, 15 Lewiston Road, Gray. Two kinds of beans, chop suey, red hot dogs, cole slaw, a variety of casseroles, bread and butter, punch and coffee. All-you-can-eat, $10. Take out bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 6, 4:30-5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, […]
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Arts Calendar: Nov. 5
Art Through Dec. 8 “Call/Response,” Hannah Barnes and Susan Klein, USM Art Gallery, 5 University Way, Gorham. Ongoing Third Thursday Artmart, 7 p.m. via Facebook live, hosted by Gallery 302, showcasing visual and 3D artwork. Visit the gallery’s Facebook page for details. Film Nov. 5-6 Bridgton Twin Drive-In Theater, 383 Portland Road, last weekend of […]
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We Love Fairs and Sales: Nov. 4
Christmas and craft fair – Saturday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Hyacinth’s Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. White elephant sale, silent auction, baked and knitted goods, books, puzzles, jewelry, 50/50 raffle, and local crafters and vendors. Kitchen open all day with hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, clam cakes, french fries, onion rings, beverages and baked […]
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Gorham Notes: Oct. 28
Gorham National Guardsman commended Capt. Christopher Lloyd of Gorham received special recognition following his service as commander of Headquarters Company of the 133rd Engineer Battalion in the Maine National Guard. “The 133rd Engineer Battalion recognizes Capt. Christopher Lloyd’s superior leadership and he was awarded an Army Commendation Medal,” Lt. Col. Shanon Cotta, battalion commander of […]
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Westbrook Notes: Oct. 28
Ground broken for credit union branch on long-vacant lot Atlantic Federal Credit Union commemorated the start of construction for its newest branch, located at 90 Riverside St., in a ceremony Oct. 22. The new branch will be at the corner of Riverside Street and Larrabee Road, a site that has been vacant for years. Westbrook […]
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Buxton Notes: Oct. 28
Toy Box volunteers needed to build holiday cheer The Buxton Toy Box Committee needs volunteers to build a half dozen boxes to collect donations of toys for the holiday giving program. It will be about a half-day project and the date will be set by the availability of volunteers. Supplies will be provided. “We are […]
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We Love to Eat: Oct. 28
Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Oct. 30, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation $8; $4, child; $20, family. Takeout containers will be available for those who do not want to eat inside. Face masks for those who are not vaccinated is suggested and hand sanitizer will be available. Free community […]