I always look forward to reading the American Journal, particularly around election time. I am curious, though how you can call last week’s pick for mayor an endorsement. You start out with: “At some point, the city will probably want to make a change in leadership, but right now things seem to be going relatively […]

We lend our support to Lynda Adams for the elected position of city clerk and feel confident in her ability to commit to the position for the long term. Lynda is completely dedicated to the people of the city and is motivated to work hard on behalf of Westbrook citizens. She is anxious to continue […]

( Show goes on Despite rain, the first Gorham Art Fair Saturday was a success, organizers said. The fair attracted 30 exhibiters and a steady stream of visitors, many arriving under umbrellas, at the Robie Gym on South Street. Boy Scouts from Troop 73 manned concessions stands. Scoutmaster Kevin Southard said the fair was an […]

I hope that when people vote Nov. 6, they vote for Michael Foley for at-large city councilor. I have watched Michael for years in his efforts to serve the Westbrook residents. He served us well as a student representative for two years while he was in high school and he as done a great job […]

I am writing in support of Jim Violette for mayor of Westbrook. As you know, the mayor race is almost like deja vu. A few years ago, the citizens of Westbrook were asked to decide between the same two candidates and by a very small margin, the selection was made. Over the past few years, […]

Three incumbent city councilors are seeking re-election in uncontested races – Ed Symbol, Dotty Aube and Suzanne Joyce. In Ward 3, Symbol is the 41-year-old owner of Full Court Press. He is married with three children, 19, 8 and 6. Symbol hadn’t originally intended to run for re-election, but no one else stepped forward to […]

Holiday fair – Friday, Nov. 2, 4-7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Stephen Martyr Church, Route 5, East Waterboro. Baked goods, books, handcrafted items, white elephant sale, kids’ table and silent auction. Chance to win a bamboo fly rod. Supper available Friday, 4-6 p.m., and lunch Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Country corner […]

A newly revised plan for the controversial, multi-million dollar asphalt plant and quarry in Gorham would move the facility farther away from neighbors and Mosher Road. Danny Shaw, co-owner of Shaw Brothers Construction Inc., said Tuesday the company is “trying to work” with the neighbors, many vigorously opposed to the project. The asphalt plant and […]

Mission Possible Teen Center would like to congratulate Matt Shaw as our Teen of the Month! Matt has been coming to the center for many years now. He is somewhat quiet but has always stood out as someone who is kind, sincere and well rounded. Matt comes to the teen center to make friends, hang […]

New pastor named at First Baptist The Rev. Richard C. Gustafson, Derry, N.H., will be installed as senior pastor at First Baptist Church at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11, at 733 Main St., Westbrook. Gustafson succeeds the Rev. James Smith, who has served three years as the pastor. Gustafson was senior pastor at the […]