Dec. 27, 1995 The Westbrook High School Marching Band flies to Florida today to march in the Citrus Bowl parade in Orlando on Sunday. The parade will be shown on ABC television. Making the trip are 115 students and 20 chaperones. George Bookataub, music director, is in charge. Maine Wireless is seeking a special exception […]
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Holiday Happenings: Dec. 23-Jan. 2
Arts A ChoralArt Christmas, free to stream at choralart.org/Events/christmas/. “A Christmas Carol,” in-person performances through Dec. 24 at Portland Stage, 25A Forest Ave., Portland. $35-$50. Visit portlandstage.org/show/a-christmas-carol/ for more information and schedule. “A Christmas Carol,” in-person performances through Dec. 23 at Footlights Theatre, 190 U.S. Route 1, Falmouth. $20. Visit thefootlightstheatre.com for more information and […]
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Westbrook Notes: Dec. 17
Historical calendars Westbrook Historical Society calendars for 2021 are available for $10 at the society in the community center, 426 Bridge St. The calendar depicts then and now photos. The Historical Society is open from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It can be reached by calling 854-5588. […]
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Buxton Notes: Dec. 17
Carlow assigned committee Newly elected Rep. Nathan Carlow, R-Buxton, has been appointed to serve on the Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities, and Technology. In a statement, Carlow said the “appointment to this committee will allow me to proactively fight for broadband, sustainable energy, and power companies that work for Maine people.” Carlow said he […]
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Gorham Notes: Dec. 17
Town Hall by appointment only The Town Clerk’s office is now open by appointment to keep residents and staff safe due to the rise in COVID-19 cases. All other departments in the municipal center also remain open by appointment only. The Town Clerk’s office can be reached by calling 222-1670 and leaving a message. For […]
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Holiday Happenings: Dec. 16-26
Arts A ChoralArt Christmas, free to stream at choralart.org/Events/christmas/. “A Christmas Carol” performed by Gerald Dickens, Dec. 14-18 via Vimeo, presented by Maine Historical Society. Charles Dickens’ great-great-grandson performs his one-man stage adaptation. Free, registration required at mainehistory.org. “A Christmas Carol,” in-person performances through Dec. 24 at Portland Stage, 25A Forest Ave., Portland. $35-$50. Visit […]
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Looking Back: Dec. 10
Dec. 13, 1995 Resistance to the proposed changes to some Westbrook street names and numbering was so obvious in a public hearing Monday that Mayor Kenneth Lefebvre soon announced that the city doesn’t have to do it. But, Lefebvre said, he wants the decision to be made by this City Council, which leaves office at […]
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Arts Calendar: Dec. 10
Editor’s Note: To submit your in-person or virtual arts event, create a free City Spark account by going to pressherald.com/forecaster-calendar/ and clicking “Add Event.”
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Westbrook Notes: Dec. 10
Triad spreads cheer Volunteer Doris Ames said Gorham/Windham/Westbrook Triad group recently gave donations to several nonprofit groups for Christmas. The checks went to My Place Teen Center, Senior Games, Be A Santa to Seniors (at Home Instead), Neighbors Helping Neighbors (fuel assistance in Windham) and Gorham Fuel Assistance. Triad is a partnership involving law enforcement […]
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We Love to Eat: Dec. 10
Pre-pay drive-thru fish dinner – Friday, Dec. 11, 5-6 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Sponsored by St. Anne’s Knights of Columbus. Dinner includes baked haddock, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, peas, a roll and dessert for $12. For more information, visit gorhamknights.org or call 550-1320.