The four candidates for the Gorham School Committee are running unopposed on the ballot in the municipal election next month. The three candidates for three-year terms on the seven-member board are current Chair Sarah Perkins, Mia Desanctis, and Michelle Littlefield. Nicole Yeo-Fisher is the sole candidate to fill a vacancy for a one-year term left […]
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Westbrook Notes: Oct. 19
Halloween returns to Main Street The Westbrook-Gorham Community Chamber’s annual Halloween on Main Street is ready to roll again after a hiatus during the pandemic. On the Friday before Halloween, Oct. 27, the children’s parade of costumes will begin at 5 p.m. and the costume contest at 5:30. Downtown businesses and local groups along Main […]
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Gorham Notes: Oct. 19
Pumpkin painting Gorham Cooperative Preschool’s annual pumpkin painting event is set for 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. The event will be outdoors on the lawn at 28 Ball Park Road. Donations to support the school will be accepted. Call 839-4706 to learn more. 50 years ago The American Journal reported on Oct. 17, 1973, that […]
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Buxton Notes: Oct. 19
Callaghan guest speaker at democratic committee meeting Former TV journalist Pat Callaghan next week will “share stories, the insights of a seasoned reporter and a behind-the-scenes look at television news” at a meeting of the Hollis-Buxton Democratic Committee. ”During his career, he covered seven Maine governors, interviewed four sitting U.S. presidents and traveled to Northern […]
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Energy consultants sue Vertical Harvest for nonpayment for work in Westbrook
A South Portland energy audit firm, seeking $180,000, claims the company did not compensate them for their services under the terms of a consulting agreement.
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Gorham neighbors cite concerns about big housing project
The Planning Board is considering the pace of construction for the proposed 391-unit project and will make a recommendation to the Town Council.
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Forecaster reporters win Maine Press Association awards
Three staff writers make a strong showing in the annual statewide contest.
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Westbrook Notes: Oct. 12
Musician to entertain seniors Musician Tom Dyhrberg will entertain when Westbrook Senior Citizens meet at noon Monday, Oct. 16, for a meatloaf dinner at the Westbrook Community Center. To reserve a meal, contact Sharon Darche at 415-8092. The group meets at noon on the first and third Monday of each month. Snacks are provided on […]
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Gorham Notes: Oct. 12
Middle school celebrating 20th anniversary Gorham Middle School is observing its 20th anniversary this year. It will throw a party 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14, at the school, 106 Weeks Road, and the public is invited to help the school district celebrate. “We will have a band, games, food trucks and […]
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Buxton Notes: Oct. 12
Musician featured speaker at annual BHHS meeting The Buxton-Hollis Historical Society will conduct its annual meeting at 6 p.m. Oct. 21 at its office at 100 Main St., Buxton. Musician and singer Katherine Rhoda will present a program about vintage music instruments, such as the marxophone, along with piano, violin and guitar. Rhoda grew up […]