The Westbrook Police are investigating a series of car burglaries throughout the city and warning residents not to leave any valuable items in their vehicles, especially overnight. Police Chief Paul McCarthy said there have been 38 car burglaries reported in the city in the past two months. He said most of the time, small amounts […]

The City Council passed unanimously a moratorium on construction on paper streets last Friday. City officials have described the moratorium as a “time out” designed to allow the city to take a look at its development ordinances and see whether there are any changes the city deems necessary. In a strange twist in the debate, […]

The City Council passed unanimously a moratorium on construction on paper streets last Friday. City officials have described the moratorium as a “time out” designed to allow the city to take a look at its development ordinances and see whether there are any changes the city deems necessary. In a strange twist in the debate, […]

Aging skin is a natural part of getting older. Although some people choose cosmetic treatments, surgery, hair transplants, or other ways now available, to slow the external signs of aging skin, the fact remains that everyone ages. If you are lucky and live long enough, aging skin will catch up to you and the years […]

In a wrangle over a new public works garage, the Buxton Planning Board is planning to hire its own lawyer. Planning Board Chairman Keith Emery said Monday the board needs its own lawyer because the town attorney was talking with selectmen. “We’re going to have to retain an attorney who knows land use,” Emery said. […]

Gorham Parade Cutlines (Parade 3) – The Gorham parade had participants of all ages, even bicyclists with training wheels.(parade 7) – Kids picked up candy tossed from these antique cars in the parade on Saturday.(parade 9) – Donna Davis, with a camera, and the Red hat ladies of Gorham House ride their float.(parade, dancers) – […]

With school about to begin, police are stepping up enforcement of crosswalk laws to ensure pedestrian safety. Westbrook Police Captain Tom Roth said police have been observing drivers throughout the city failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. With kids soon to be walking to school, police will be strictly enforcing the crosswalk laws. Maine […]

With school about to begin, police are stepping up enforcement of crosswalk laws to ensure pedestrian safety. Westbrook Police Captain Tom Roth said police have been observing drivers throughout the city failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. With kids soon to be walking to school, police will be strictly enforcing the crosswalk laws. Maine […]

The Buxton Garden Club is hosting a Harvest Dinner at the Buxton Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 8. Those who wish to attend are asked to bring a dish made of vegetables or flowers from their gardens and their favorite garden tool. They should be prepared to explain why it’s their favorite tool. For […]

In 1840, the Rev. Zenas Thompson and a group of parishioners erected a church on Main Street. The building still stands at 917 Main St. and houses My Sister’s Closet consignment shop. There were years of inactivity with only occasional services until 1884 when the Rev. Ouillen H. Shinn was called to Saccarappa and his […]