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Public input to continue on build-out pace of proposed Gorham subdivision

by Robert Lowell January 24, 2024January 24, 2024

The developers of a proposed 391-unit residential project in Gorham Village are asking the town to allow them to build more units per year than is currently allowed.

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Family Dollar awaiting final OK to reopen in Westbrook after being shut down for nearly a year

by Robert Lowell January 24, 2024January 25, 2024

The renovated store, which was closed last February because of a rat problem, will hold a grand opening Feb. 1.

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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 18

by Robert Lowell January 18, 2024January 18, 2024

‘Doppler Doug’ promoted Doug Eaton has been appointed to fill the operations manager vacancy at Public Services following Artie Ledoux’s retirement. Eaton will also continue in his role as the city arborist. “Doug has been an integral part of our team since June 1998,” Mayor Michael Foley said in announcing the appointment. “He began his service […]

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Buxton Notes: Jan. 18

by Robert Lowell January 18, 2024January 16, 2024

Special agent at BEMS to discuss online safety Special Agent David Fife of Homeland Security Investigations will be a guest speaker at Bonny Eagle Middle School from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 31. Fife will discuss internet safety and “how to report abuse and suspicious activity,” according to the school department. The meeting is open […]

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Gorham Notes: Jan. 18

by Robert Lowell January 18, 2024January 16, 2024

NH town hires Jones Former Gorham Police Chief Daniel Jones began duties Jan. 8 as police chief in Litchfield, New Hampshire. Jones relocated to Florida after retiring as Gorham chief in September 2019. He was hired in 2015 to succeed Gorham’s Chief Ronald Shepard who had retired in 2014. Jones’ career has included duty with […]

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Buxton intersection due for state makeover

by Robert Lowell January 17, 2024January 17, 2024

Plans call for a rotary to be installed at the intersection of Broadturn and Portland roads and Route 22.

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2024 Winter Guide: Don’t wing it, prep for the Great Backyard Bird Count

by Robert Lowell January 17, 2024January 12, 2024

Maine Audubon is offering online Birding Basics courses and other activities so participants can gear up for the Great Backyard Bird Count in February.