A fall trail ride is just the ticket for families seeking something out of the ordinary, whether taking in the foliage along a trail or riding through the surf at a beach. Three stables in the area have trail rides to accommodate beginners: Hearts & Horses Riding Center in Buxton, Carousel Horse Farm in Casco […]
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Fall Guide: Enjoy some local beer with a seasonal twist
The fall season for many means football and apple picking, crisp air and corn mazes, but with a local brewery seemingly around every corner, it also means seasonal beers. Maine has the highest number of breweries per capita, according to the Maine Brewers’ Guild, and Southern Maine has the bulk of them, each offering a […]
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Gorham Notes: Sept. 28
Vandals with guns targeting vehicles The Gorham Police Department is investigating five incidents of vandals shooting at vehicles this week, according to Chief Christopher Sanborn. Police first responded at 8 p.m. Sept. 25 to a report of gun vandalism to a vehicle on South Street. A pellet rifle/BB gun was used and four additional incidents […]
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Westbrook Notes: Aug. 28
Library Friends trip, meeting The Friends of Walker Memorial Library will travel to Maine Wildlife Park Saturday, Sept. 30, for their annual summer trip. Members will meet at the parking lot at 9 a.m. and return between 2 and 3 p.m. Participants should bring a bagged lunch. To become a member, fill out the form […]
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Buxton Notes: Sept. 28
Racoon positive for rabies A racoon from Buxton tested positive for rabies on Sept. 15, according to a post on the town’s Facebook page. “Maine’s Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory confirmed that a racoon from our town tested positive for rabies … Make sure to never touch an animal that is wild or unknown” and […]
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$100,000 donation readies Harris House for restoration
The funding from the Cornelia Warren Community Association allows work to begin to repairing the exterior of the future museum.
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Indoor pickleball facility under construction in South Portland
The 25,500-square-foot Wicked Pickle, with eight courts, will offer lessons and clinics and host tournaments.
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Vandals with guns target Gorham vehicles
The Gorham Police Department is investigating five incidents of vandals shooting at vehicles this week, according to Chief Christopher Sanborn. Police first responded at 8 p.m. Sept. 25 to a report of gun vandalism to a vehicle on South Street. A pellet rifle/BB gun was used and four additional incidents were reported throughout Monday […]
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Appraisal party
The event will be the Buxton-Hollis Historical Society’s first fundraiser since before the pandemic.
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Westbrook Notes: Sept. 21
Barbecue Showdown The fourth annual Rock Row Barbecue Showdown is set for Saturday, Sept. 23. Maine band 12/OC will entertain at the event taking place from noon to 3 p.m. at Quarryside at Rock Row. Local vendors competing for the honor of best BBQ and a $500 cash prize, including Smokin’ J’s Wicked BBQ, Cowbell […]