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Gorham historic building on the block

by Robert Lowell February 8, 2023February 8, 2023

The old building once housed town offices, but now it’s in need of repairs and a new purpose.

American Journal

Gorham looks to rezone rural land, local farmer has concerns

by Robert Lowell February 7, 2023February 8, 2023

The zoning changes would affect three local farms, and at least one owner plans to speak out against the amendments at an upcoming Town Council meeting.

American Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster

A bond of more than 40 years bolstered by bunco

by Mikayla Patel February 7, 2023

Twelve childhood friends meet monthly to socialize and play a fun little dice game.

American Journal

Going the distance: Public works plows rack up a lot of miles

by Robert Lowell February 1, 2023

For each storm, Buxton, Gorham and Westbrook crews together cover 650 lane miles in their mission to rid the roads of snow.

American Journal

500-unit Westbrook apartment project on drawing board

by Robert Lowell February 1, 2023

The complex, at Westbrook Arterial and Larrabee Road, would include 100 units of affordable housing.

American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly

Lakes Region Sportsman: Will the big lake freeze?

by Tom Roth February 1, 2023January 30, 2023

I get asked more times in the winter when Sebago Lake will freeze or if it will freeze at all. I don’t claim to hold any power to see into the future, but a look at the past helps to answer the question. Although the big part of the lake often does not lock up […]

American Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster

Gorham woman revels in retirement as time to reach her peak

by Mikayla Patel January 31, 2023February 2, 2023

Solo adventuring, on the Camino de Santiago and Mount Everest, gives Marieta Atienza, 68, a recently retired nurse, a new lease on life.

American Journal

Westbrook Notes: Feb. 2

by Robert Lowell January 30, 2023January 31, 2023

Coffee and conversation for veterans The next veterans’ coffee session will be at 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St. Westbrook’s Veteran’s Service Officer Arty Ledoux will update veterans on various issues affecting them. Partners for World Health to speak at Woman’s Club Elizabeth McLellan, founder and chief executive office […]