Ward 2 School Committee Representative Veronica Bates resigned Dec. 26, citing health reasons as playing a major part.
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Buxton church meth cleanup underway
Work to decontaminate Buxton United Methodist Church after a suspected methamphetamine lab was found there is expected to be completed in a few weeks.
New heart ‘wonderful,’ but infections plague former firefighter
Tim Smith’s cardiac health is doing well, but infections have put him back in the hospital a number of times.
State Ethics Commission reduces campaign fines for Spiller
Phil Spiller incurred the fines for the late filing of some campaign finance reports during his run for Westbrook mayor.
From fiddling to fireworks, New Year Gorham promises fun celebration
The 12th annual night of family events features the Don Roy Trio, a magician, a Brazilian storyteller, ice skating, contra dancing and more.
Three on January ballot for Buxton board vacancy
The town will elect a member of the Selectboard to fill the unexpired term of the former chairwoman.
Musical holiday light show benefits animals
A Westbrook resident’s synchronized decorations raise money and supplies for the Animal Refuge League.
Westbrook Police boost alert system to help domestic violence victims
The department is purchasing a second Scout Alarm, a notification system that helps police respond more quickly to domestic violence calls.
Westbrook seniors have another opportunity for property tax break
The city hopes more senior residents will take part in the program when it reopens the application process next month.
Lawsuit seeks immediate seating of Kuech on Gorham council
Janet Kuech’s attorney files for a restraining order against the town as part of a lawsuit over the Town Council’s refusal, based on its interpretation of the Town Charter, to allow her to serve.