Gorham promoted Maj. Gen. John W. Libby, adjutant general of Maine Army National Guard, recently announced that Keith Gorham of Buxton has been promoted to specialist. Gorham is a member of the 262nd Engineer Company. Perron graduates Pvt. Aaron N. Perron has graduated from the Army’s nine-week basic combat training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. […]

Gorham promoted Maj. Gen. John W. Libby, adjutant general of Maine Army National Guard, recently announced that Keith Gorham of Buxton has been promoted to specialist. Gorham is a member of the 262nd Engineer Company. Perron graduates Pvt. Aaron N. Perron has graduated from the Army’s nine-week basic combat training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. […]

Employing more than 100 people, Hannaford Supermarket will open its new Buxton store Saturday. Jean Harmon, chairwoman of Buxton selectmen, will cut the ribbon in a grand-opening ceremony at 8 a.m. at 24 Portland Road. “This is a wonderful opportunity coming to Buxton,” Harmon said. “I’m confident Hannaford will be a great community neighbor.” American […]

Matthew Robinson sat on the town council Tuesday after his election victory prevailed in a recount on Nov. 29. “I’m just happy with the results. I’ m happy the results stayed,” said Robinson, who was administered the oath of office by Town Clerk Christina Silberman following the recount. He defeated Norm Justice, the former council […]

Holiday fair – Thursday, Nov. 29, 3-8:30 p.m., Pond Cove School, 12 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Sponsored by the Pond Cove Parents Association. Raffle, gifts, products and services from more than 35 local artists and businesses, including handmade jewelry, health and beauty products, scrapbooking, clothing, ceramics, photography and artwork. Prelude Fine Art and Craft […]

Holiday fair – Thursday, Nov. 29, 3-8:30 p.m., Pond Cove School, 12 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth. Sponsored by the Pond Cove Parents Association. Raffle, gifts, products and services from more than 35 local artists and businesses, including handmade jewelry, health and beauty products, scrapbooking, clothing, ceramics, photography and artwork. Prelude Fine Art and Craft […]

The Festival of Trees will celebrate the season Nov. 30-Dec. 8 at Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church with the decoration of dozens of Christmas trees. The festival, now in its seventh year, will also include daily entertainment. The festival is a fundraiser for Westbrook charities. All events take place at the church, at 810 Main St. Viewing […]

The city’s parking ban went into effect Nov. 15 and continues through April 15. Parking is prohibited on any street for more than one hour between the hours of 12:01 a.m. and 6 a.m. The following locations are available for overnight parking: • Mechanic Street Lot (behind CVS) • Church Street Lot (Warren Congregational Church) […]

Dec. 1, 1982 Mayor William O’Gara confirmed is week that he balked when the Westbrook Public Safety Commission asked him last summer if he would accept a list of nominees for police chief who were out-of-staters. . . and hence left out Carmine Russo. His comments and those of Commission Chairman Ronald Doak, made to […]

A recount of ballots for a Gorham town council seat will get under way at 8 a.m. Thursday in the Gorham Municipal Center, 75 South St. Former Town Council Chairman Norm Justice, who was edged by five votes for one of three available terms, requested the recount. In a field of eight candidates, Phillip Csoros […]