The South Buxton Cemetery Association will participate in “Wreaths Across America” this year on Saturday, Dec. 15. Those wishing to buy a wreath costing $15 to honor a veteran should contact Richard “Sandy” Atkinson, president of the association, at 929-6495. On the day of the ceremony next month, wreaths will be laid at 11 a.m. […]

A temporary restraining order granted to the city of Westbrook against a resident has been dissolved by Cumberland County Superior Court. The city had sought the restraining order against Arthur Facteau, 45, of Seavey Street, by filing a civil injunction against him in Superior Court last month. Police Chief Bill Baker had called the civil […]

Christmas craft fair – Friday and Saturday, Nov. 23 and 24, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Anchor Missionary Fellowship, (at the bungalow), intersection of Broadturn and County roads, Scarborough-Buxton town line. Christmas baskets, jewelry, candy, cookies, Christmas bread, cloth wreathes, lots of knit items, sweatshirts, decorations and gifts. Lunch available. Christmas in the country caft fair – […]

Christmas craft fair – Friday and Saturday, Nov. 23 and 24, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Anchor Missionary Fellowship, (at the bungalow), intersection of Broadturn and County roads, Scarborough-Buxton town line. Christmas baskets, jewelry, candy, cookies, Christmas bread, cloth wreathes, lots of knit items, sweatshirts, decorations and gifts. Lunch available. Christmas in the country caft fair – […]

Some experts say families spend up to 70 percent of their total discretionary income in the five weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas, preparing for a magical holiday. Hidden holiday costs like party attire, decorations and incidental gifts add to the confusion. But one thing is certain. Each year Americans spend more and more money to […]

Nov. 24, 1982 Alderman voted 4-3 to take the Public Safety Commission out of the choice of a future police chief or fire chief in Westbrook. It’s a victory for Mayor William O’Gara, who said the commission didn’t take him or the aldermen into its confidence enough when it was choosing three finalists for police […]

Avery Barr a pageant contestant Avery Barr, 16, of Gorham will compete for the title of Miss Maine Teen USA 2008 on Saturday and Sunday at the Sheraton Tara Hotel in South Portland. Avery is the daughter of Don and Kelly Barr. She attends Gorham High School, where she participates in field hockey and indoor […]

The Refugee and Immigration Services program of Catholic Charities has sponsored the Christmas Family Adoption program in Maine for more than 15 years. This year there are more than 60 new refugee families in Portland and Lewiston that could use a special treat for the holidays. Adopting a family is an alternative way to expand […]

The Refugee and Immigration Services program of Catholic Charities has sponsored the Christmas Family Adoption program in Maine for more than 15 years. This year there are more than 60 new refugee families in Portland and Lewiston that could use a special treat for the holidays. Adopting a family is an alternative way to expand […]

The Refugee and Immigration Services program of Catholic Charities has sponsored the Christmas Family Adoption program in Maine for more than 15 years. This year there are more than 60 new refugee families in Portland and Lewiston that could use a special treat for the holidays. Adopting a family is an alternative way to expand […]